Sort Out The Junk

The First Step

Sorting through objects in the workplace is the first step. Everything that moves should have a tag-- tools, parts, furniture and personal objects. While the procedure is simple, the decisions are sometimes agonizing.

Who Decides?

This can be a delicate issue. Generally, let the person who uses or owns the item decides. When several people within the work group use the item, negotiation may be required.

The Tags

	Allocate a central "Red Tag Area" where items go that cannot be simply thrown in the trash. Include disposal instructions if necessary. Appoint a review board for questionable items. (You may not need the item but someone else may need it.)
	Allocate a "Yellow Tag" location near the workplace.  Review on a specific date.  Store occasionally necessary items in out of the way locations.
	Leave "Green Tag" items in the workplace.  Set their final location later.