Caruso & McGovern Construction, Inc. Safety Audit

Audit Title

Client / Site

Personnel

Observers

# of people observed

Location of Observation Site Name Address City State

Observation Items

Work Zone Safety

1. Adequate warning signs

2. Flaggers/Police Details being utilized properly

4. Actively Managing Work Area - Good Housekeeping

Communication & Risk Assessment

1. A complete, well-written, Job brief has been performed identifying the hazards and risks associated with the job and the steps put in place to reduce those risks. (Ie: proximity of energized lines, grounding, shoring, low hanging pipes, etc.)

2. Crew Members are focused on the task at hand and demonstrate a clear understanding of job hazards and conditions.

Methods and Procedures

1. Follows proper grounding procedures

2. Were required notifications and proper permits obtained (Confined Space, hot work, area work permit, etc.)

3. Were Three points of contact utilized

6. Is housekeeping of the trucks adequate?

7. Is Proper PPE being utilized?

8. Understands the consequences of not wearing proper PPE that protects from the hazards of the job

9.Using the correct equipment and tools for the job

10. Maintains the equipment and tools in good working condition

11. Uses equipment or tools in a way that protects them and others in the immediate area.

Work Practices

1.Maintains awareness of other activities in the work area ie.( moving equipment near excavations, confined areas, traffic, etc.)

2.Takes precautions and maintains a safe position when working in unique conditions

3.Uses a safe route for the movement of materials

4.Uses their bodies and hands in safe manner

Workplace environment

1.Proper site preparation has been performed

2.Exits/escape routes are clearly defined and visible

3. Fire extinguishers, spill cleanup, first aid and burn kits visible, accessible, inspected, and fully stocked.

4. Uses wheel chocks properly

5. Equipment properly grounded

6. Vehicles properly positioned at work site.

7.housekeeping of vehicles or equipment is acceptable

8. Cargo and loads are contained, tied down, and secured in a manner that prevents it from becoming unsafe.

9. Pintle latch is closed and pin is inserted.

10. Trailer electrical cord is securely connected.

Excavation

1. Has a dig safe number assigned to the work site

2. All underground facilities have been identified (ie gas, electric, telephone, water)

3. Method used for identifying the underground facilities is an accepted practice.

4. Soil classification and protective systems have been identified and are in place.

5. Has proper soil setback been maintained? (24 inches)

6. Are workers clear from equipment and out of swing radius when digging, moving, or handling loads is in progress?

7. has proper access/egress been established? (Ladder at 4' in depth, no more than 25' travel and extending 3' above the excavation

8. Has adequate protection been provided for the excavation if it left open unattended?