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  • Site conducted

  • Document No.

  • Audit Title

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

Previous Inspection

Previous Inspection

  • Date of last inspection:

  • Score:

  • Description of discrepancy:

  • Are there any outstanding actions?

LSR 1. Risk Assessment

LSR 1. Risk Assessment

  • Risk Assessment Audit Questions:

  • Is a Risk Assessment being completed?<br>

  • Is there evidence of T-5s or other forms of safety meetings being conducted and documentation made available?<br>

  • Are emergency phone numbers posted near phones and kept up-to-date?<br>

  • Are SDSs up-to-date and readily available?<br>

  • Are first aid kits stocked with no expired products?<br>

  • Are first aid kits easily accessible?<br>

  • Is a trained first aider available on site?<br>

  • Are CRH Life Saving Rules (LSR) posted?<br>

  • Are emergency lighting and exit signs routinely checked and properly maintained?<br>

  • Are all emergency exits in buildings properly identified?<br>

  • Are all emergency exits in buildings free of obstructions?<br>

  • Is a blanket or stretcher made available?

  • Are radio communication with loaders and ground employees being utilized?

  • Do plant horns work for start up?

  • Are control house windows clear, with no obstructions to silos or load outs?

LSR 9. Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

LSR 9. Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • PPE Audit Questions:

  • Are hard hats being used?

  • Are high visibility safety vests or shirts being worn?

  • Are safety glasses or goggles being used?

  • Are safety toe boots being worn?

  • Is hearing protection available and used when required?

  • Are proper gloves available and worn when required?

  • Are loose clothing, adornments, and hair suitably controlled/confined to prevent entanglement with any machinery and device?

  • Are all PPE being worn in good condition?

  • Are dust masks made readily available?

  • Does the supervisor/foreman have extra PPE?

  • Is the appropriate PPE made available for welding?

  • If respirators are used (other than dust masks worn on a voluntary basis) employees are medically qualified, trained and fit tested for respirator use?

  • If there is a risk of drowning, are life jackets made available?

Arc Flash Required PPE

  • Arc Flash PPE Audit Questions:

  • Is flash resistant clothing, coveralls or uniform in good condition and readily available?

  • Is Arc Flash hard hat with face shield in good condition and readily available?

  • Is adequate gloves made available with Arc Flash equipment in good condition?

  • Document date on gloves:

LSR 3. Isolation of Operating Machinery and Electrical Safety

Isolation of Operating Machinery and Electrical Safety

  • LOTO Audit Questions:

  • Is Lockout/Tagout manual/ policy up-to-date and being used properly?<br>

  • Are valves covers and lockout equipment devices available?<br>

  • Does each employee have their own lock?<br>

Mobile Equipment During Maintenance

  • LOTO for Mobile Equipment

  • Are steering wheel covers and other lockout equipment devices available and being used?

  • Are wheel chocks and jack stands available and used?

LSR 3. Isolation of Operating Machinery and Electrical Safety

Electrical Safety

  • Electrical Audit Questions:

  • Is all of the electrical wiring free of damage and fray?<br>

  • Are extension cords in good condition?<br>

  • Are electrical equipment operating between 50 and 600 volts protected against accidental contact by an approved cabinet or other enclosure?

  • Are GFCI provided on outlets around water and all extension cords?<br>

  • Is there a 3-foot clearance around electrical boxes?<br>

  • Are all electrical panels, breakers and disconnect boxes identified properly with Arc Flash labels?<br>

  • Are disconnects labeled to show what they control?

  • Is there sufficient access and working space provided and maintained around all electrical equipment including access to disconnect devices?<br>

  • Are permanent splices in cables insulated, in good condition, and sealed from moisture?<br>

  • Are electrical cords across walk-ways protected/covered?<br>

  • Are there extension cords used in place of permanent wiring?<br>

  • Are all electrical switches, breakers, etc. properly labeled with what they operate?<br>

  • Is the Motor Control Center (MCC) entrances clearly identified as DANGER and restricted to authorized personnel?<br>

  • Are there no extraneous combustible/flammable materials stored in MCC rooms?<br>

Fire Protection/Prevention

Fire Protection/Prevention

  • Fire Safety Audit Questions:

  • Are smoke detectors working properly?<br>

  • Are carbon monoxide detectors working properly, if applicable? Mechanic Shops, Offices Connected to Shops, Where Fuel Burners are used, etc.

  • Are fire extinguishers strategically located?<br>

  • Are all of the fire extinguishers visible and accessible?<br>

  • Do fuel dispensing areas have proper signage and adequate fire suppression readily available?<br>

  • Are monthly fire extinguisher inspections being logged?

  • Are "no smoking" signs/labels posted around flammable materials?<br>

  • Are flammable liquids stored in approved safety cans and containers?<br>

  • Are containers of flammable/combustible materials stored in a flammable storage cabinet or other isolated areas and proper signage in place?

  • Are flammable storage areas vented properly?

  • Are spill kits/absorbent available?<br>

LSR 6. Working at Heights

LSR 6. Working at Heights

  • Working at Heights Audit Questions:

  • Is fall protection in good working condition?<br>

  • *Are employees/subcontractors working above 6 feet?<br>

  • Are employees/subcontractors equipped with adequate fall protection?<br>

  • Are all ramps bermed half the distance of the largest equipment being used on ramps?<br>

  • Are chains or self-closing gates in use at top of all Fixed Vertical Ladders (FVLs)?<br>

  • Are all FVL more the 19 feet in length equipped with cage that extends at least 36 inches above the landing & starts not more than 7 feet from the bottom of the ladder, or are equipped with center-line fall protection?<br><br>

Ladder Safety

  • Ladder Safety Audit Questions:

  • Are ladders in good condition without damages?<br>

  • Are ladders being inspected before each use?<br>

  • Are ladders being inspected monthly? (Monthly inspection stickers are in place and up-to-date.)<br>

  • Are labeling/ marking on ladders legible?<br>

  • Do all ladders have the capacity rating posted?<br>

  • Do all portable ladders have safety feet?<br>

Stairs and Walkways

Stairs and Walkways

  • Stairs and Walkways Audit Questions:

  • Are all stairs and walkways in good working condition? (Kept clear and properly identified) <br>

  • Is there proper height on all handrails, at least 42 inches?<br>

  • Are non-slip mats, gratings, false floors, and other like materials used in areas where slipping is a concern?

  • Are all mats, grates, etc. in good repair?

  • Are there toe boards on all walkways?

  • Do toe boards meet specifications and in good repair?

  • Are housekeeping practices carried out to ensure work areas are safe from trip/fall hazards?

LSR 10. Safety of Materials Under Pressure

LSR 10. Safety of Materials Under Pressure

  • Safety of Materials Under Pressure Audit Questions:

  • Are all compressed gas cylinders secured in safe manner and properly capped when not in use?

  • Are oxygen cylinders stored away from flammable materials and at least 25 feet from flammable gas cylinders?

  • Are required inspections performed on all pressure vessels/ compressors?

  • Are storage areas for cylinder bottles labeled, "Full" or "Empty"?

  • Does all high pressure lines have the approved high pressure clamp? No radiator clamps?

  • Is compressed air used for cleaning purposes regulated to 30 pounds?

LSR 7. Lifting Operations

LSR 7. Lifting Operations

  • Lifting Operations Audit Questions:

  • Do all lifting implements such as straps, cables and chains have their load limit identified, as applicable?

  • Are lifting hoists inspected prior to each use with proper load limits posted?

  • Are employees only lifting objects less than 50 pounds on their own?

  • Are all hooks equipped with safety latches in good working condition?

LSR 4. Machinery Guarding

LSR 4. Machine Guarding

  • Machine Guarding Audit Questions:

  • Are all points-of-operations and pinch points guarded?

  • Is there barrier guards on moving machinery parts?

  • Are all floor holes, floor openings, hatchways, manholes, wall openings, and skylights properly guarded?

  • Are all open sided floors, platforms and runways four feet or more above ground or floor level properly guarded and have toe boards installed?

  • Are belts/pulleys enclosed?

  • Are light bulbs guarded?

  • Are all belts and pulleys within 42 inches from the ground fully guarded?

  • Are all conveyor systems, within 7 feet of a walking/working surface, equipped with a shut-off cable or guard?

  • Are auto start systems identified by signage and have audible or visual alarms to warn employees in the area?

Hot Work

Hot Work

  • Hot Work Audit Questions:

  • Are welding operations screened to prevent flash injuries?

  • Are extra fire extinguishers present for welding operations?

  • Is proper eye protection being worn for work being done?

LSR 2. Equipment Safety

LSR 2. Equipment Safety

Pedestrian/Vehicle Segregation

  • Pedestrian/Vehicle Segregation Audit Questions:

  • Are traffic flow signs posted, positioned appropriately and visible?

  • Are the appropriate signs in place around site? (Phone Use, Do Not Enter, Speed Limit, Pedestrian Crossing)

  • Is there a Pedestrian Segregation written plan in place?

Mobile Equipment

  • Mobile Equipment Audit Questions:

  • Are daily pre-use equipment inspections being done?

  • Is there a 3-Points of Contact decal in place on steps of all equipment?

  • Are wheel chocks made available and used when required?

  • Do employees understand and comply with the mobile phone policy?

  • Do all pieces of mobile equipment have slow moving vehicle signs, strobe light, and reflective tape?

  • Single Equipment Audit: (At a minimum, add one piece of equipment to the audit.)

  • Equipment
  • Equipment Number:

  • Is the equipment operator qualified?

  • Is the Operator Manual present?

  • Is good housekeeping practices being used in cab of equipment?

  • Are seat and seat belts in good condition?

  • Are mirrors adjusted properly and in good condition?

  • Does the back-up alarm work properly?

  • Are access steps and railing in good working condition?<br>

  • Are parking brakes capable of holding mobile equipment, with typical load, on a max grade?

Company Vehicles

  • Single Company Vehicle Audit: (At a minimum, add one company vehicle to this audit)

  • Company Vehicle
  • Company Vehicle Number:

  • Is the vehicle kept clean?

  • Are tires in good condition and have good tread depth?

  • Are mirrors in good working condition?

  • Does the driver have current proof of insurance and vehicle registration?

  • Are seat belts in good condition?

LSR 5. Confined Space Entry

LSR 5. Confined Space Entry

  • Confined Space Audit Questions?

  • Is the Confined Space Manual in place and being used properly?

  • Is the Confined Space Monitor being calibrated and logged before use?

  • Are bump tests being performed before each entry and logged?

  • Are all confined space areas properly labeled?

Hand and Portable Powered Tools

Hand and Portable Powered Tools

  • Hand and Portable Power Tools Audit Questions:

  • Are all hand and portable power tools in good operating condition, equipped with ground wires and have no defects in wiring?

  • Do all portable equipment have necessary guarding devices?

  • Are trigger locks absent on hand-held tools?

Railroad Operations and Equipment

Railroad Operations and Equipment

  • Railroad Audit Questions:

  • Does the site have an appropriate number of wheel chocks near the rail loading area?

  • Are track mobiles equipped with functional air brakes?

  • Are employees conducting rail loading/unloading operations equipped with fall protection equipment when required?

  • Is appropriate signage posted at plant? (controlled crossings, notifications of all rail hazards)

Stockpile Operations

Stockpile Operations

  • Stockpile Operation Audit Questions:

  • Are appropriate signage for drawdown stockpiles present and visible?

  • Do dump points have a slight uphill grade and level side to side?

  • Are dump points being inspected by plant manager (or designee) prior to the start of dumping?

  • Are drawdown covered stockpiles where mobile equipment is used have overhead indicators of draw points?

Mining Operations and Equipment

Mining Operations and Equipment

  • Mining Audit Questions:

  • Do elevated roadways have adequate berms where required to mid-axle height of the largest vehicle?

  • Are haulage ways maintained in good condition?

  • Is mine signage appropriate for conditions and operations?

  • Are high walls appropriately sloped and/or scaled to remove loose/ hanging materials or beamed to prevent access?

  • Are floor conditions in the active face (where mining operations are advancing) acceptable for operations?

  • Are dump points sloped appropriately?

  • Are benches adequately marked for safety, regarding blasting/ loading operations?

  • Are dust control measures being used during haulage operations?

  • Are blast safety measures in place and understood by all affected parties?

  • Is the general condition of material transfer equipment being maintained? ( i.e. conveyor, crusher systems etc.)

Housekeeping

Housekeeping

  • Housekeeping Audit Questions:

  • Is the site practicing good housekeeping in all buildings?

  • Are microwaves and refrigerators maintained in a sanitary and safe operational condition?

  • Is the site practicing good housekeeping of restrooms?

  • Is portable restrooms provided on-site if needed and maintained?

  • Is the site practicing good housekeeping throughout the site?

  • Are outside storage areas in good condition?

  • Are garbage containers provided and used?

  • Is the entrance to the yard and office clean and tidy?

  • Are all containers labeled and labeled correctly?

  • Are eyewash stations easily accessible and maintained?

Environmental Housekeeping

Houskeeping

  • Housekeeping Audit Questions:

  • Are all containers used to catch oil covered and/or not exposed to the weather?

  • Is containment in good condition with no leaks and cracks?

  • Are there stains on the ground around the site that need to be cleaned up? (check around fuel station)

  • Are all reasonably accessible areas immediately downstream of each outfall?

  • Are areas where water runoff water leaves the site free of visible silt or containment laden runoff? (Use site map to locate these areas)

  • Are dumpsters being kept closed?

  • Is wind blown trash being removed and placed in trash containers?

  • Is there evidence of offsite tracking of materials or sediment?

  • Are Used Oil tanks properly labeled as "Used Oil"? (Should not be labeled as Waste Oil)

  • Are all on-site containers, containing fluids, labeled as to their content?

  • Are SDSs available for contents of all containers on-site?

  • *Does the facility have proper structural controls? (berms, ponds)

  • Is structural controls effective and maintained?

  • Major concerns

  • concerns
  • Description:

  • Photos to aid with description:

  • *Overall how do you rate the upkeep of the facility? (10 being excellent)

Documentation

Documentation On File

  • Documentation Audit Questions:

  • Where are Weekly Safety Talks including roster and materials kept?

  • Is there proof of all employees operating equipment being trained on-site and at local safety office?

  • Is there proof of all drivers being trained in the company safe driving programs (DDC or Smith System)?

  • Is there documentation of all required employees completing LOTO training on-site and at local safety office?

  • Is there documentation for all required employees who perform confined space entrance completing required training on-site and at local safety office?

  • Is there proof of all employees completing fall protection on-site and at local safety office?

  • Is there documentation that employees have received rigging and lifting training on-site and at local safety office?

  • Is there documentation that employees have received pressurized system training on-site and at local safety office?

  • Is there proof of employee engagement in Near Miss/Potential Hazards reporting, behavior observations, and/or mentoring on-site and/or at local safety office?

  • If blasting at site is there proof that employees received blasting awareness training on-site and at local safety office?

  • Is there documentation that employees have received Arc Flash training on-site and at local safety office?

Unsafe Conditions

  • Other unsafe behavior and conditions observed on site:

  • unsafe observation
  • Description of observed:

  • Pictures to aid in observation:

  • Overall how do you rate the overall safety of the site 10 being fully compliant? (Please add comments to better aid site manager/staff)

Signatures

  • Check the box to approve that the above audit was done by a Safety Representative?

  • Safety Representative Signature:

  • Title:

  • Have the Site Manager or Site Representative check the box, agreeing that they received a briefing after the completion of the audit.

  • Site Manager/Site Representative Signature:

  • Title:

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