Information
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Audit title
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Client / Site
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Names of workers on site
- Jonathan Brown
- David Casonguay
- Samuel Mullen
- Connor Francis
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Conducted on
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Location
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Personnel
Identify hazards
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Poor housekeeping <br>
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Remove garbage and debris, notify supervisor
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Other workers
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Communicate with other workers l so they know you are on site, watch where other trades are. Observe for competency.
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Weather conditions - snow, ice, mud, water, heat
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Wear correct ppe or clothing, watch footing on uneven ground (choose path), use 3 point contact, sunscreen for skin in the summer. Remember to hydrate yourself and allow for acclimatization.
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Fire extinguishers
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Yearly inspection done, check before taking into house, monthly inspections
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Working with chemicals, concrete and other products
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Follow msds, wear correct ppe
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Spill potential
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Spill kit and msds on hand, follow emergency response procedures
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Noise level
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Wear hearing protection for noise levels above 85 dba. Ear plugs or ear muffs.
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Heavy lifting
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Ask for assistance, use ergonomic considerations (lift with legs)
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Power tools
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Follow safe work practices, follow manufactures directions
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Unclear instructions
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Contact supervisor for clarification
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Working alone
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Have cell phone or two way radio, keep in frequent contact
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Public or occupied surrounding houses
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Deny public access, watch for children, watch for pedestrians in the vicinity of where you are working.
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Flammables or combustables
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Extinguish all cigarettes, follow msds, rid area of ignition sources
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PPE
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Csa approved hard hats, steel toed boots, safety vests at all times, specialized ppe such as safety glasses and face shield when cutting and respirators when applying flammables or working with concrete and dust.
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Fueling vehicles
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Follow safe job procedure, turn off ignition, no smoking or answering cell phone while fueling.
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Unloading and loading of equipment
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Follow safe work practices and job procedures for heavy lifting. Use ergonomic considerations such as lifting with legs, pushing instead of pulling, keeping loads close to body, do not reach.
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Electricity
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Inspect all cords for defects, must be double insulated, must be grounded.
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Fumes and exhaust
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Ensure adequate ventilation at all times, especially when working in basements
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Overhead hazards
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Let others know you are there, CSA approved hard hats.
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Repetitive work, fatigue
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Take breaks, rotate workers, stay hydrated, be rested.