Title Page
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Client / Site
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Date and Time of Inspection
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Inspected by
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Location
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Description of worksite activities
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List hazardous chemicals and substances that are handled, stored and disposed of
PEOPLE
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Are all workers trained in safe procedures when working with hazardous chemicals?
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Are all required PPE available and in good condition?
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Are all employees wearing appropriate PPE?
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Are all employees aware of emergency procedures in case of an accident involving hazardous chemicals?
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Do employees follow safe handling instruction of hazardous chemicals?
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Do employees wash their hands after handling chemicals?
WORKING AREA
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Is there an adequate ventilation, when using hazardous chemicals?
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Are eye-wash stations and safety showers provided in areas where corrosive chemicals are handled?
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Is the working area clean and tidy?
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Are exit doors and Emergency exit unobstructed?
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Are chemical spill kits available with instructions on how to use them?
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Are respirators stored in a convenient, clean and sanitary location, and are they adequate for emergencies?
HANDLING
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Are all chemical containers clearly labeled?
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Are all chemical container lids tightly sealed?
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Are all chemical containers free from dents and in good working condition?
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Is all packaging free from leakage?
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Are chemical substances held in their original container?
STORAGE
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Are hazardous chemicals stored properly?
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Is access limited to authorized personnel only?
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Does the location and design of the chemical storage rooms and cabinets pass standard regulations?
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Is there an accurate inventory for the chemicals?
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Are minimum quantities of chemicals stored in the work area?
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Are stored liquid chemicals in a suitable bund?
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Is illumination sufficient?
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Are signs clearly displayed?
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Are aisles unobstructed?
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Are appropriate fire extinguishers available?
DISPOSAL
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Are waste chemicals labeled as waste and stored in a suitable location until final disposal?
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Are containers tightly closed?
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Are standard operating procedures established and are they being followed when cleaning up chemical spills?
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Are “Hazardous Waste” signs in place and clearly visible?
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Are waste chemicals disposed of promptly?
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Are all waste containers stored in waste storage area?
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Are records kept of the chemicals disposed of?
COMPLETION
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Any other observations or recommendations
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Overall assessment
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Inspector's Name and Signature