Cashman Equipment Company Safety Audit #1

• Cashman safety audit

  

• Safety audit

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

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• Audit started on

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• Audit completed on:

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• Auditors summary

1.0 Previous Inspection

• Items from previous audit have been corrected

• Great job. This shows that safety is a priority.

• Items from previous audit were observed and have NOT been fully corrected

• ATTENTION: Items observed on this audit were repeat observances or uncorrected issues. It is imperative that all items be corrected to insure the safety of your staff and reduce risk of accidents or violation. If you need assistance or would like to discuss any item please call 877-354-5434.

• Risk rating of this facility observed from this audit 1=Best 10=Worst score

• This facility scored a low risk of injuries, accidents or safety violations based on the observations at the time of this audit

• This facility scored a moderate risk of accidents, injuries or violations based on the observations at the time of the audit.

• This facility scored an above average risk of accidents, injuries or violations based on the observations at the time of this audit. Any serious items should be corrected immediately.

• ATTENTION: The facility scored an extremely high risk score which will likely result in accidents, injuries or violations based on the observations at the time of this audit. Any serious items should be corrected immediately.

Manager Safety Awareness

• OSHA general duty clause hazards observed

• All managers have received formal training in safety and health management responsibilities?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Managers verify employees are applying their safety training and following procedures?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Management follows the rules and addresses the safety behavior of others?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Employees feel they have a positive impact on identifying and resolving safety and health issues?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

General Duty Safety Clause 5(a)(1) (GDC)

• OSHA general duty clause hazards observed

• General hazards observed that could cause injury

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• General hazards observed that could cause injury

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• General hazards observed that could cause injury

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• General hazards observed that could cause injury

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• General hazards observed that could cause injury

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Chemical - RTK and GHS compliance - MSDS 1910.1200

• Chemical Hazards Observed

• Are open drums and containers stored on spill containment pallets or pans?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are secondary bottles labeled to meet HMIS or GHS compliance? Do they contain HMIS information or pictograms to indicate hazards along with first aid and specific hazard warning instructions.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an SDS binder available where chemicals are used and has it been updated in the last 12 months?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an updated chemical inventory available with maximum quantity on hand and location?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Chemical Handling and Storage 1910.120

Corrective Actions

• Chemical hazards observed

• Are employees prohibited from eating in areas where hazardous chemicals are present?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are respirators stored in a convenient and clean location?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are respirators inspected and cleaned, sanitized, and maintained regularly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are respirators stored correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have standard operating procedures been established, and are they being followed when chemical spills are cleaned up?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are any chemicals stored or being handled in an unsafe manner?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are employees required to wear personal protective clothing and equipment ( gloves, eye protection, respirators) when handling chemicals

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are open drums and containers stored on spill containment pallets or pans?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are quantities of more than a quart of flammable liquid stored in an approved flammable cabinet?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are metal flammable storage drums grounded properly to prevent sparks and fire?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are approved secondary containers utilized, are they labeled properly and are they compatible with its contents?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Compressed Gasses 1910 Subpart M

• Do you have compressed gas cylinders stored at your facility?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cylinders legibly marked to clearly identify the gas contained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are compressed gas cylinders capped with a metal protective cover when not in use?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are compressed gas cylinders stored to prevent tipping or falling?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Stored away from walkways, gangplanks, aisles, doors, exits, etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Grouped by types and labeled with name of gas

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Full and empty containers separated and stored upright?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Not stored near salts, corrosive chemicals or fumes, dampness?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are compressed-gas cylinders stored in areas protected from external heat sources such as flames, intense radiant heat, electric arcs, or high-temperature lines?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cylinders leaking?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do empty cylinders have their valves closed? 1910.253(b)(2)(iii)

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Confined Space 1910.146

• Do you have confined spaces that have potentially hazardous conditions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are only trained personnel permitted to enter confined spaces? Do they have the appropriate equipment to enter the space safely?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Do you have permit required or non permit required confined space posted properly?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Electrical Safety 1910 Subpart S

• Electrical hazards observed

• Are employees forbidden from working within 10 feet of high-voltage ( over 600 volts)lines?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do switches, receptacles, and junction boxes have tight-fitting covers or face plates?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are energized parts of electrical equipment operating at 50 volts or more enclosed in approved cabinets?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are metal ladders prohibited from use in areas where there could be exposure to energized parts of equipment, fixtures, or circuit conductors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do extension cords have a ground prong?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are electrical appliances - such as refrigerator, coffee pots, vacuum cleaner, polishers and vending machines - grounded (1910.304 (b)(3)(ii)(c)(4)(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do electrical panels and disconnects have 36" radial clearance for emergency access?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are there any electrical cords that are supplying equipment not considered temporary that should be hard wired?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Were there excessive extension cords, surge protectors or overloaded circuits observed?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are electrical panels, disconnects and breakers labeled as to what they control?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Observed electrical panels and disconnects or junction boxes with open slots, uncapped conduit holes, discontinued circuits or uncovered wiring.

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are electrical panels and disconnects labeled with amperage and voltage?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are the facilities maintenance employees trained and using safe Arc Flash 70E and electrical safety procedures when working on HOT circuits?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective actions

• Follow-up

• Select date

  Date

Immediate Corrective Action

• Acceptable

  Unsafe

Emergency Equipment 1910.157 and 120

• Emergency equipment issues

• Spill kits available where required, inspected and adequate for amount and type of chemicals on site?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are eyewash stations, showers and fire blankets available, inspected and working properly?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are first aid kits available, applicable for the facility, stocked and readily available?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Emergency Preparedness 1910.38

• Emergency preparedness issues observed

• Evacuation plan displayed and understood by all employees?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are there equipment specific energy control procedures in place and utilized?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Evacuation plan and maps displayed and understood by all employees?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Do employees know where to go (a safe zone) and do you have roll call procedures in place?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Do you conduct mock drills annually to prepare workers and staff for an emergency?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are emergency numbers posted and up to date in a conspicuous location?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Do you have spill kit or emergency supply's stored in a location that is safely accessible in an emergency evacuation?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Fire Prevention 29 CFR 1910.39

• Fire prevention hazards observed

• Are all spills of flammable or combustible liquids cleaned up promptly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are safety cans used for dispensing flammable or combustible liquids?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are " NO SMOKING" signs posted in areas where flammable or combustible materials are used or stored?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all solvent waste and flammable liquids kept in fire resistant, covered container until they are removed from the work site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are bulk drums of flammable liquids grounded and bonded to containers during dispensing?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is paper, trash and flammable material stored away from potential fire or combustion hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do storage rooms for flammable and combustible liquids have explosion-proof lighting?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do storage rooms for flammable and combustible liquids have mechanical or gravity ventilation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all flammable kept in closed containers when not in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are approved containers and tanks used for the storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Oily rags and combustible refuse stored in covered metal containers?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Fire alarm system functioning correctly?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Sprinkler systems

• Do metal guards protect sprinkler heads where they could be physically damaged?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Where sprinklers systems are permanently installed, are the nozzle heads directed or arranged so that water will not be spayed into operating electrical switchboards and equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is proper clearance maintained below sprinkler heads?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have automated sprinkler systems and risers been certified within the last 5 years and are they clear of materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tested annually?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Corrective Actions

• Are Fire Extinguishers inspected monthly, documented and clear of obstructions?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are fire extinguishers mounted within 75 feet for a Class A fire or 50 feet for a Class B fire?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees trained to used fire extinguisher?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguishing signs posted at least 7 feet off the ground?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Corrective Actions

Environmental Hazards

• Environmental issues were observed!

• Do you conduct weekly documented hazardous waste area inspections?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Is hazardous waste labeled legibly and properly with contents, accumulation start date and EPA I.D.?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Observed potential sewer or storm drain pollution.

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Have employees that handle hazardous waste been trained on spill and leak procedures?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Ergonomics: Title 8 section 5110 and 5(a)(1) (GDC)

• Ergonomic hazards observed

• Can work be done without repetitive twisting, bending or lifting? Is the work area above shoulder level?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Can employees keep their hands or wrists in a neutral position when they are working?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Where workers are exposed to strains and sprains do you conduct warmup exercises or rotate workers to prevent repetitive motion injuries?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• If workers have to push or pull objects using great amounts of force, are mechanical aids provided?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are there sufficient rest breaks, in addition to scheduled rest breaks, to relieve stress from repetitive-motion tasks?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Is work arranged so that workers are not required to lift and carry too much weight?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are pressure points on body parts such as wrists, forearms and backs of thighs avoided?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are workers exposed to excessive vibration from tools or equipment?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are chairs and work benches adjusted, positioned, and arranged to minimize strain on the body?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are tools, instruments, and machinery shaped, positioned, and handled so that tasks can be performed comfortably?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are mechanical assists available to the worker performing materials-handling tasks?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Exits 1910 Subpart E

• Means of egress deficiencies observed

• Exits clear of obstructions?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are doors on cold-storage rooms provided with inside release mechanisms that release the latches and open the doors?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Where exit doors open directly onto a street, alley, or other area where vehicles may be operated, are adequate barriers and warnings provided to prevent employees from stepping directly into traffic?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Emergency exit lighting and illuminated exits in place and operable?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Where exits are not visible are directional signs provided?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are exit doors able to open from the direction of exit travel without the use of a key or special knowledge or effort?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Machine Guarding 1910 Subpart O

• Machine Guarding Hazards Observed

• Are radial arm saw guarded and so arranged that the cutting head will gently return to the back of the table when released?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fan blades protected with a guard having opening no larger than 1/2 inch when operating within seven feet of the floor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do saws used for ripping have anti-kickback devices and spreaders?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If machines is cleaned with compressed air, is air pressure controlled and personal protective equipment or other safeguards used to protect operators and workers from eye and bodily harm?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do arbors and mandrels have firm and secure bearings, and are they free from play?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are machines constructed to be free from excessive vibration when the largest size tool is mounted and run at full speed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are provisions made to prevent machines from automatically starting when power is restored following a power failure or shut down?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an employee training for safe methods of machine operation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate supervision to ensure that employees follow safe machine operating procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is machinery and equipment clean and properly maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is sufficient clearance provided around and between machines to allow for safe operation, setup, servicing, material handling and waste removal?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is equipment and machinery securely placed and anchored when necessary to prevent tipping or other movement that could result in personal injury?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the non current-carrying metal parts of electrically-operated machines bonded and grounded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are manually operated valves and switches that control the operation of equipment and machines clearly identified and readily accessible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all emergency stop buttons colored red?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are pulleys and belts (within seven feet of the floor or working level) properly guarded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all moving chains and gears properly guarded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Guards firmly secured and not easily removable?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Observed removed or damaged machine guards. SERIOUS HAZARD?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Guards prevent workers from reaching under, around or behind guarded area?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Foot trundle or foot pedal safety guards are in place?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Point-of-operation guards provided and in place?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Observed bypassed safety switches or interlocks. SERIOUS HAZARD<br>

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Pinch points and inward running rollers are properly guarded?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Belts, chains, gears, sprockets, pulleys and flywheels guarded?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Machine controls within easy reach of the operator, to include shut off switch?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Guards provided for any other hazardous moving part of the machine?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Lockout Tagout (Control of Hazardous Energy) 29CFR 1910.147

• Control of hazardous energy (LOTO) issues observed

• Have written Lockout/Tagout procedures been developed for all hazardous equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have the required periodic audits of energy control procedures been performed and documented? 1910.147(c)(6)(ii)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is Lockout/Tagout equipment available? Are all lockouts documented?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have employees performing lockout tagout been effectively trained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Corrective Actions

Housekeeping 1910.22

• Housekeeping hazards observed

• Entry and walkways kept clear of materials and blockage?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are footpaths in good condition?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are railings in good condition?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are fall preventive measures in place and used where gaps occur in railings?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Stairs and risers kept clear?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Intersections kept clear of boxes, pallets, etc?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Inspections and Procedures 5(a)(1) (GDC)

• Control of hazardous energy (LOTO) or Inspection issues observed

• Are weekly hazardous waste inspections performed if applicable?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are you conducting monthly period safety inspections to document a safe work environment?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Do you inspect eyewash stations, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers and any other emergency equipment regularly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Corrective Actions

Machine Shop and Maintenance Areas 1910.215, Subpart P,Q,O, & Shop areas

• shop area was inspected

Ladders: portable

• Do portable metal ladders have legible signs reading "CAUTION"- Do Not Use Around Electrical Equipment," or equivalent wording?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When portable rung ladders are used to gain access to elevated platforms, roofs, and the like, does the ladder always extended at least three feet above the elevated surface?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees instructed not to use the top step of ordinary stepladders as a step?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees prohibited from using ladders that broken, missing steps, rungs, cleats, broken side rails, or other faulty parts?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all ladders in good condition, joints between steps and side rails tight, all hardware and fittings securely attached, and moveable parts operating freely without binding or undue play?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are non-slip safety feet on all ladders except step ladders?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ladder rung and steps free from grease and oil?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees prohibited from placing a ladder in front of doors opening towards the ladder except when the door is blocked opened, locked, or guarded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees prohibited from placing ladders on boxes, barrels, or other unstable bases?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees instructed to face ladders when ascending and descending?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ladders over 6' and other equipment safely secured to prevent falling?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Hand tools and equipment 1910.242

• Are maintenance records kept to show PM or other regular maintenance on equipment and to verify equipment in facility is kept in safe working condition?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Do employees use appropriate safety glasses, face shields, and similar equipment when using hand tools or equipment that might produce flying materials or be subject to breakage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are broken or fractured handles on hammers, axes, or similar equipment replaced promptly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are appropriate handles used on files and similar tools?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are jacks checked periodically to ensure they are in good operating condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tool handles wedged tightly in the head of all tools?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all cord-connected, electrically-operated tools and equipment either grounded or of the approved double -insulated type?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are pneumatic and hydraulic hoses on power-operated tools checked regularly for deterioration or damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hand tools such as chisels or punches that develop mushroomed heads reconditioned or replaced promptly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do grinders, saws, and similar equipment have appropriate safety guards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are power tools used with the shield or guard that the manufacturer recommends?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are portable circular saws equipped with guards above and below the base shoe?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are circular saw guards checked to ensure guarding of lower blade portion?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are rotating or moving parts of equipment guarded to prevent physical contact?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are effect guards in place over belts, pulleys, chains, and sprockets on equipment such as concrete mixers, air compressors, and the like?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hand tools in safe working order? Are electrical cords in good condition?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Welding and cutting 1910.252

• Are signs posted that read "DANGER - NO SMOKING," or the equivalent?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are regulator-pressure adjusting screws released when welding or cutting is stopped for an extended period of time?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When welders work in confined spaces is the atmosphere monitored and is there a means for quick evacuation in an emergency?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do employees check for adequate ventilation where welding or cutting is performed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do employees use appropriate PPE when exposed to hazards of welding, cutting, or brazing operations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do eye-protection helmets, hand shields, and goggles meet appropriate standards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When objects to weld cannot be moved and fire hazards cannot be removed, are used to confine heat, slag, and sparks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire watchers assigned when welding or cutting is performed in locations where a fire might develope?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Before hot work begins, are drums, barrels, tanks, and other containers thoroughly cleaned and testes so that no substances remain could explode, ignite, or produce toxic vapors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do the means for connecting cable lengths have adequate insulation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is work and electrode lead cables frequently inspected for wear and damage and replaced when needed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are welders forbidden to coil or loop welding electrode cable around their bodies?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is suitable fire-extinguishing equipment available for immediate use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees required to shut off the electric Owner to the welders when no one is using it?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is open circuit (no load) voltage of arc welding and cutting machine as low as possible and not more than the recommended limits?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are electrodes removed from holders when not in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When welding is the proper ventilation in place, is there a shield to protect other workers and are employees trained on safe welding and hot work procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do you allow only authorized and trained personnel to use welding, cutting, or brazing equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are compressed gas cylinders regularly examined for signs of defects, deep rusting, or leakage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Before regulators are removed, is valve closed and then gas released from regulator?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are liquified gases stored and shipped with valve end up and with valve covers in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do cylinders without fixed hand wheels have keys, handles, or non adjustable wrenches on stem valves wHen in service?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Unless secured on special truck, are regulators removed and valve-protection caps put in place before moving cylinder?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cylinders, cylinder valves, coupling, regulators, hoses, and apparatus kept free of oily or greasy substances?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees prohibited from using cylinders as rollers or support?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cylinders kept away from heat sources?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are empty cylinders appropriately marked, their valves closed, and valve protection-caps placed on them?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Corrective Actions

Abrasive wheel Grinders 1910.215

• Is cleanliness maintained around grinders?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are bench and pedestal grinders permanently secured if they are not going to be moved?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are right angle grinders equipped with guards when they are not being used for internal grinding where the material being worked on provides adequate protection?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Do employees wear ANSI-approved goggle or face shield when grinding?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the maximum RPM rating of each abrasive wheel comparable with the RPM rating of the grinding motor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does each grinder an individual on/off switch?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is each electrically operated grinder effectively ground?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Before new abrasive wheels are mounted, are they visually inspected and ring tested?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are dust collectors and powered exhausts provided on grinder used in operations that produce large amounts of dust?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Bench Grinders - Shields in place, tool rest adjusted within 1/16", grinder securely mounted, no non-ferrous material in wheel? 1910.215(b)(1)(iii)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the adjustable tongue guard on the top side of the grinder used and kept adjusted to within 1/4 inch of the wheel?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the grinder equipped with flanges?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do side guards cover the spindle, nut, flange projections, and 75 percent of the wheel diameter?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the angular exposure of the grinding wheel periphery and sides for safety guards on grinders meet the following?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Bench and floor stand grinder- not to exceed 90 degrees or 1/4 of the periphery

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Table Saws - Are table saw and portable saw blades properly guarded to prevent injury?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Cranes and hoists 1910.178

• Have cranes been inspected?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cranes visually inspected for defective component before the start of any work shift?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are electrically -operated cranes effectively grounded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a crane preventive maintenance program established?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all operators trained and provided the operator's manual for the particular crane being operated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are operating controls clearly identified?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a fire extinguisher provided at the operators station?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the rated capacity visibly marked on each crane?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is an audible warning device marked on each crane?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is sufficient lighting provided for the operator to perform the work safely?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cranes with booms that could fall backwards, equipped with boom stops?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does each crane have a certificate indicating that required testing and examinations have been performed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are crane inspection and maintenance records maintained and available examination?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yes

  No

  N/A

Corrective Actions

Spray finishing Operations

• Spray finishing operations was inspected?

• Do ducts have access doors to allow cleaning?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the electric motors for the exhaust fans placed outside booths or ducts?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are belts and pulleys inside the booth fully enclosed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is adequate ventilation ensured before starting spray finish operations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is mechanical ventilation used when spraying in enclosed areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When using mechanical ventilation during spraying operation, is it ensured that it will not recirculate contaminated air?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the spray area free of hot surfaces?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the spray area at least 20 feet from flames, sparks, operating electrical motors, and other ignition sources?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are portable lamps used to illuminate spray areas suitable for use in hazardous location?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is approved respirator equipment provided and used during spraying operations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do solvents used for cleaning have a flash point of 100 degrees F or more?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire-control sprinkler heads kept clean?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are "NO SMOKING" signs posted in the spray areas, paint booths, and paint storage areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the spray are clean of combustible residue?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are spray booth constructed of metal, masonry, or other substantial non combustible material?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are spray booths floors and baffles non combustible and easily cleaned?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is infrared drying apparatus kept out of the spray are during spraying operations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the spry booth completely ventilated before the drying apparatus is used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the electric drying apparatus properly grounded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all drying spaces have adequate ventilation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are lighting fixtures for spray booths located outside of the booth, and the interior lighted through sealed clear panels?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Corrective Actions

Dock and Warehouse Safety 1910 Subpart N

• Dock and warehouse hazards observed

• Aisles and forklift zones are indicated to protect pedestrians?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Loading area is clean and uncluttered to prevent falling objects, slips, trips or fall hazards?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are heavy or bulky objects stored on lower shelves?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Pallets must be in good condition. Empty pallets must be stored flat or in a contained area to prevent injury. No broken or protruding wood or nails. No pallets on edge. Avoid storing empty pallets in quantities or densities in excess of O.H. fire sprinkler combustible load ratings.

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are rack uprights and beams in good condition? Bent racks and beams must be repaired or replaced.

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• All rack uprights over 6' should be bolted down to prevent tipping or falling?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Guardrails and/or covers are provided to protect personnel from the hazards of open sides of stairs, platforms, floor openings, floor holes, mezzanines, equipment pits, and other possible fall hazards.

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Fall hazards are protected with restraint and signage?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Wheel chock required and utilized when loading or unloading trailers with forklifts?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are open docks with a fall hazard that exceeds 36" protected with a restraint and warning signage?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Forklifts and Pallet Jacks 1910.178

• Forklift hazards observed

• Have electric pallet jack operators been trained and certified on their use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are motor hand and hand/rider trucks so designed that the brake are applied and power to the drive motor shut off when the operator releases his/her grip on the device that controls the travel?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do forklift and lift operators have current training certifications and are they operating the trucks safely?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Forklifts - Are daily or pre-shift industrial truck inspections being done and documented? 1910.178(g)(7)

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are forklifts in safe working condition? Tires good, horn works, backup alarm operational, no cracks in hoses, chains even and greased, etc.

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are current forklift safety rules posted in areas where forklifts are used?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are industrial trucks with internal combustion engines that are operated in buildings or enclosed areas checked to ensure such operations do not cause harmful concentrations of dangerous gases or fumes?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is substantial overhead protective equipment provided on high-lift rider equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is directional lighting provided on each industrial truck that operates in an area with less than two foot-candles per square foot of general lighting?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does each industrial truck have a warning horn, whistle, gong, or other device that can be clearly heard above the normal noise in the operation area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the brakes on each industrial truck capable of bringing the vehicle to a complete and safe stop when fully loaded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Will the industrial truck's parking brake effectively prevent the vehicle from moving when unattended?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are industrial trucks operation in areas of flammable gases or vapors, combustible dust, or ignitable fibers approved for such locations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Corrective Actions

Material handling

• Material handling inspected

• Is there a safe clearance for moving equipment through aisles and doorways?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are aisles permanently marked kept clear to allow safe passage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are motorized vehicles and mechanized equipment inspected daily or before use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are vehicles shut off and brakes set before loading and unloading?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are containers of combustibles or flammable properly stacked and stabilized when they are being moved?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are trucks and trailers secure from movement during loading and unloading?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are dock (dock plates) used during loading and unloading operation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are dock plates and loading ramps adequately constructed maintained to support imposed loads?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hand trucks maintained in safe operating condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are chutes equipped with side boards of sufficient height to prevent materials from falling off?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• At the delivery end of rollers of chutes, are provisions made to brake the movement of materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are materials handled at a uniform level to prevent lifting or twisting injuries?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are material-handling aids used to lift or transfer heavy or awkward objects?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are pallets usually inspected before loading or moving them?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do you use hooks with safety latches or other devices when hoisting materials, so that slings or load attachments cannot accidentally slip off the hoist hooks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are securing chains, ropes, checkers, or slings adequate for the job?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When equipment or materials are being hoisted, do you ensure that no one will be passing under the suspended loads?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are materials stored so that they prevent sprains or strains when employees retrieve them?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Corrective Actions

Noise Exposure 1910.95

• Noise from equipment or process was found to exceed safe Decibel levels of 85 DB

• Are noise levels in any areas at or above 90 decibels for an 8 hour period?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• If yes are employees required to wear hearing protection and is it well stocked and readily available?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Do you have a written Hearing Conservation Program?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do you conduct annual audiometric testing for workers exposed to excessive noise?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are areas posted where hearing protection is required?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Personal Protective Equipment -PPE 1910.132

• PPE hazards

• Personal protective equipment is well stocked and available for the hazards present at this facility?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Fall protection PPE is available where applicable and areas where required are posted to restrict access to trained personnel only?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are respirators or dust masks being utilized properly where applicable?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Do you have a written Respiratory Program if respirator use is required? Are all employees using respirators trained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all workers using PPE been trained on the proper use, fit and limitations of the PPE?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are engineering controls in place to protect workers before PPE is utilized?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Employee Training 29CFR part 128

• Employee training issues observed

• Blood Borne Pathogens - Does the employer have documentation of training, including the contents of the training sessions, names and qualifications of trainers, names and job titles of those trained? (Note: Documentation must be kept for three years.) 1910.1030(h)(2)(ii)

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Confined Space - Does the employer have documentation of each employee’s name, the signatures or initials of trainers and the dates of the train- ing? 1910.146(g)(4)

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Facility conducts comprehensive employee hazard training and ensures all participate; in addition, employees can demonstrate proficiency in, and support of areas covered by training?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Hazard Communication - Does the employer maintain documentation of the employee name and contents of haz- ardous communication training? 1910.1200(h)(3)

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Lockout Tagout - Does the employer have certification that training has been accomplished and kept up to date including each employees name and training dates? 1910. 147(c)(7)(iv)

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• New Employee Training: are all employees being trained properly before beginning work for specific hazards associated with their task and general hazards in the facility. Additionally are they trained where emergency equipment and supplies are located and what to do in an emergency or spill of a chemical?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Other training deficiencies noted where applicable

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Personal Protective Equipment - Does the employer have certification with employee’s name, date and subject for personal protective equipment training? 1910.132(f)(4)

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Respirator training, fit testing and medical evaluations are completed when required?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

transportation

• Vehicle hazard inspection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has daily vehicle inspection been completed?

  Sign

• Are employees required to wear seat belts?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees encouraged not to engage in fatigue driving?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do employee who operate vehicles on public thoroughfares have operator licenses?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are vehicle equipped with the proper amount of load securing devices and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all interior packaging/loads secure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are vehicles equipped with emergency triangles (F 550's and above)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are motor vehicles trained in defensive driving and proper use of the vehicle?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does each van, bus, or truck used to transport employees have an adequate number of seats?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are vehicles equipped with lamps, brakes, horns, mirrors, windshields and turn signals that are in good repair?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are transport vehicles equipped with handrails, steps, stirrups, or other similar devices so employees can safely mount or dismount?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a fully charged fire extinguisher, in good condition, with at least a 5lbs ABC rating maintained in each employee transport vehicle?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When sharp cutting tools are carried in passenger compartments of employee transport vehicles, are they placed in closed boxes or containers that are secured in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees prohibited from riding on top of any load that can shift, topple, or otherwise become unstable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are materials that could shift and enter the cab secured or barricaded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees prohibit from using cellular phones and other distractive driving, I.e. Reading or writing while driving?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hands free devices provided?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are vehicles equipped with first aid kits, tire jacks, and tire lug wrench?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are vehicles equipped with an accident kit?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Office Areas

• Office areas were inspected and hazards were found.

• Exit paths are free of boxes/materials at all times?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Aisles, walkways, and work areas are free of trip and fall hazards (i.e. torn carpets, turned up edges of door mats, boxes etc.)

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Illuminated exit and emergency lighting working properly?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• First aid kits and fire extinguishers available and inspected regularly?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• 36” clearance is maintained in front of all electrical panels and fire extinguishers?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Electrical cords and plugs are in good condition: not frayed, taped, spliced, covered with carpet or the ground prong missing?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Work and storage areas are free of improper storage (e.g., heavy, high and/or unstable storage)

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Shelf and wall units over 6' or by exit aisles are secured to prevent tip over?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Computer work stations and work areas are ergonomically correct and workers are working safely?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• The use of space heaters is kept to a minimum and the area around them kept clear of combustible materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Corrective Actions

Postings: State and Federal - Department of Labor and State required.

• State and federal required posting

• State and federal posters are current and the information that is required to be filled out by the employer is up to date?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Warning Signs and Labels 1910.16

• Warning signs, labels and postings

• Warning signs, stickers or labels were placed in areas or on equipment to notify or warn employees of specific hazards.

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Are areas where PPE is critical and hazards are prevalent posted to remind workers to wear their assigned PPE?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Written Plans and Procedures. Title 8 3203 and OSH act

• Written plans and procedures were checked.

• Is your company's General Safety or IIPP written program up to date and being applied? Has it been reviewed and signed by an officer of the company in the last year?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Do you have required written plans such as a respiratory protection program , a chemical hygiene plan, a lockout tagout program or noise exposure program in place and being applied per the plan?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Do you have a written emergency preparedness program or fire safety program and is it complied with?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

• Do you have documented employee accountability program in place with progressive discipline for safety violations?

  Acceptable

  Unsafe

Corrective Actions

Fall protection

Serial #s

• Serial #s

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hardware

Visual and touch inspection

• Cracks or breaks

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Distortion (twist or bends)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Rough or sharp edges

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Broken/distorted grommets

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Modification by users (i.e. additional holes)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Tongue buckle should overlap the buckle frame and move freely back and forth in their socket

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Roller of tongue buckle overlap the buckle frame on frame

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Bars must be straight

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• All springs must be in working condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Webbing

Visual and touch inspection

• Cuts, nicks, or tears

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Broken fibers/cracks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Overall deterioration

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Modification by user

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Fray/abrasions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Discoloration of material (Depending on cause of discoloration)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hard or shiny spots (Indicates heat damage)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Webbing thickness uneven (Indicates possible fall)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Mildew (Clean harness)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Missing straps

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Undue stretching (Indicates possible falls)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Burnt,charred or melted fibers (Indicates heat damage)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Material marked with permanent marker (Check with manufacturer)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Excessive hardness or brittleness (Indicates heat or uv damage)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Stitching

Visual and touch inspection

• Pulled stitches

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Stitching that is missing

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Hard and shiny spots (Indicates heat damage)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cut stitches

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Discoloration of stitching (Depending on cause of discoloration)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Labling system

Visual inspection

• Manufacturing date (Remove from service if past adopted service life policy)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tag missing or not legible (Remove from service)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Storage and cleaning

Visual inspection

• Storage area clean, dry

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Free from exposure of fumes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Free from exposure to heat, steam, or long periods of sunlight and corrosive elements

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Not stored next to batteries

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is fall protection gear clean

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Shock absorbing lanyard

Webbing

Visual and touch inspection

• Cuts, nicks, or tears

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Broken fibers/cracks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Overall deterioration

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Modification by user

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Fray/abrasions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Discoloration of material (Depending on cause of discoloration)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hard or shiny spots (Indicates heat damage)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Webbing thickness uneven (Indicates possible fall)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Mildew (Clean harness)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Missing straps

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Undue stretching (Indicates possible falls)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Burnt,charred or melted fibers (Indicates heat damage)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Material marked with permanent marker (Check with manufacturer)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Excessive hardness or brittleness (Indicates heat or uv damage)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Knots in lanyard

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Stitching

Visual and touch inspection

• Pulled stitches

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Stitching that is missing

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Hard and shiny spots (Indicates heat damage)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cut stitches

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Discoloration of stitching (Depending on cause of discoloration)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Snap hooks

Visual and manual inspection

• Snap hooks should be of the self-locking type

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• No hooks or eye distortion (twists, bends or elongation)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Latch/keeper should seat into the nose w/o binding

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Latch/keeper should not be distorted or obstructed

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Overall deterioration/excessive wear

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Modification by the user

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Rust/pitting/corrosion

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• No cracks

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• No excessive wear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No missing parts

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• No rough or sharp areas

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Snap hook locking mechanism

• Disengage locking mechanism and open keeper (keeper should open freely)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Disengage locking mechanism and release (locking mechanism should return to engaged position

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Snap hook keeper

• Check keeper spring action by opening the keeper and releasing. (Keeper should return to closed position without hanging up it should not close slowly.)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Push on keeper without engaging locking mechanism (keeper should not open)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Check to see the keeper is seated firmly on the snap hook nose- there should be no side play. (Lateral movement)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Labling system

Visual inspection

• Manufacturing date (Remove from service if past adopted service life policy)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tag missing or not legible (Remove from service)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Storage and cleaning

Visual inspection

• Storage area clean, dry

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Free from exposure of fumes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Free from exposure to heat, steam, or long periods of sunlight and corrosive elements

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Not stored next to batteries

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is fall protection gear clean

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Unsafe or Unsafe condition observed

• An unsafe act was observed by the auditor

Element

• Was an employee or manager involved?

  Employee

  Manager

  Temp employee

• Description of unsafe act

• Department or Area

• Equipment or machine involved

• Spoke with employee and reported to manager

• Had to stop employee and council on safe procedures

• Photo of issue

  Media

• Name

• Description of unsafe act

• Spoke with manager involved

• Add media

  Media

• A contractor or visitor was involved

• Name if possible

• Company

• Description of unsafe act

• Add media

  Media

• An unsafe condition was observed

Element

• Select Equipment Hazard Environmental Ergonomic Noise Chemical Slip trip or fall Guarding Design Cut or scrape Pinch or crush

  • Equipment
  • Hazard
  • Environmental
  • Ergonomic
  • Noise
  • Chemical
  • Slip trip or fall
  • Guarding
  • Design
  • Cut or scrape
  • Pinch or crush

• Describe the unsafe condition

• Drawings

  Drawing

• Photo

  Media

• Reported to manager

• A plan was made to correct the item/s

• Reviewed audit items with staff

• Reviewed with:

• Safety Manager Signature

  Sign

• Supervisor Or Manager Signature

  Sign

• I have received and acknowledged the attached safety audit.

• Select date

  Date