I conducted research on Brazilian organizations that have already applied or currently apply the 10S Program, and here is a comprehensive overview with concrete examples.

In the industrial sector, companies such as Petrobras have used 10S practices in internal quality and safety programs. Embraer applied 10S as part of its culture of continuous improvement and factory organization. Vale incorporated 10S into safety and social responsibility initiatives in its operational units. Fiat Automóveis (Betim/MG) adopted 10S in training and production processes to reinforce discipline and organization.

In the educational field, institutions like Senai and Sesi promoted the 10S Program in technical training courses and quality initiatives. Federal and State Universities applied 10S in extension projects and laboratory management. Municipal schools used the program to encourage discipline, teamwork, and social responsibility among students.

In the public sector and services, public hospitals applied 10S to improve organization, cleanliness, and safety in healthcare environments. City halls (prefeituras) in Minas Gerais and São Paulo implemented 10S in public offices and community projects. The Correios (Brazilian Postal Service) adopted 10S practices in operational units to improve efficiency and customer service.

The observed impacts of the 10S Program include:

• Waste reduction and greater operational efficiency.

• Cleaner and safer environments, especially in hospitals and factories.

• Strengthening of ethics and social responsibility, bringing companies closer to the community.

• A more disciplined and collaborative organizational culture....

10S LECTURE

Presentation of the 10S Program lasting one hour, which can be delivered either in person or remotely. Slides are shown with the main principles and examples of applications. The format is ideal for presentation at conferences, seminars, team meetings, and as an introduction to the program within the organization.

INTRODUCTION TO THE 10S COURSE

Designed for organizations planning to implement the 10S Program. Presentation time is two hours, which can be conducted in person or remotely, if the organization has already decided on implementation. It can also be used as decision support, in which case the duration is extended to four hours to allow interaction with questions and answers....

10S COURSE – Part 1

Intended for organizations that have already decided to implement the 10S Program. Duration of 8 (eight) hours, divided into two sessions of 4 (four) hours each. It can be conducted in person or remotely.

10S COURSE – Part 2

A continuation of Part 1, providing detailed guidance on implementation, with examples and common mistakes. At the end, the Implementation Plan is prepared. Duration of 8 (eight) hours, divided into two sessions of 4 (four) hours each. It can be conducted in person or remotely....

Exercises and Practices 10S PROGRAM

How is the Sense of Use in your company, your home, etc.?

Reflect on the following items, for example:

• Unnecessary equipment, materials, and data

• Appropriateness of information

• Bureaucracy

• Operational availability of equipment

• Time usage

• Daily waste

• Existence of operational standards

And the Sense of Organization?

Consider:

• Readability of equipment, facilities, and files

• Tool storage system

• Visual communication – identification of all areas

• Presence of items out of place

Sense of Cleanliness/Hygiene

Consider:

• Bathrooms – are they all clean?

• Workstations

• Common areas

• Equipment

• Floors

• Dust emission

• Employee clothing

Sense of Health

Consider:

• Current behavior regarding the previous 3S’s

• Lighting

• Noise/Vibration

• Temperature

• Handling of toxic, volatile, and/or explosive materials

• Other sources of danger

• Employee concern for their own health

• Promotion of practical and educational preventive health activities (have you participated?)

Sense of Self-Discipline

Consider:

• Compliance with operational procedures established by the company

• Dissemination of concepts and information

• Motivation, creativity, and communication

Sense of Determination and Unity

Consider:

• Transparency of management in company operations

• People’s engagement with results

• Dissemination of information to foster commitment

Sense of Training

Consider:

• Number of training hours provided by the company to employees

• Training in cutting-edge technology

• Methods used to motivate employees for self-development

Sense of Economy and Waste Reduction

Consider:

• Waste of materials, equipment, work hours (rework), etc.

• Methods for acquiring materials and equipment

• Ways to encourage employees to reduce waste

Sense of Moral and Ethical Principles

Consider:

• Employee commitment to quality customer service

• Ethics in work conduct

• Concern for productivity

Sense of Social Responsibility

Consider:

• Volunteer work

• Employee health and safety

• Treatment of suppliers

• Relationship with government agencies

• Environmental concern

• Practices adopted with internal stakeholders

• Customer service