CNP Gas Contractor Construction Worksite Inspection

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Is an Inspector on site?

Was a pre-job briefing performed prior to starting? (1910.269)(D) (CS B1.100) Leadership safety program -Pre-job Inspection)

General Housekeeping is neat and orderly? (1926.25)(SWPHB 4.1)

General work area is protected? (1926.25)

TCDs in good condition/properly placed, number, and spacing/proper taper length? [1926 Subpart G]

Are Vehicle(s) parked correctly according to CNP Safe Work Practices, Laws, and Regulations? (i.e. parked with the flow of traffic, backed in or pull-through, or with-in barricades, cones, or traffic control devices) RS 32:144(La), (SWPHB 7.2.18 - 23)

Traffic control signs are in good condition, properly positioned, in clear view, and has appropriate message. [1926.200 (g) & Part 6 of MUTCD]

Flaggers are visible, utilizing proper flagging techniques, and advanced warning signs are in place? [1926.201 (a) & Part 6 of MUTCD]

Additional comments for this section?

Describe other unsafe findings and flag response.

Appropriate eye protection available & being worn including users who require prescriptive glasses? [1926.102] (SWPHB 2.3)(LSP - PPE Pg 7)

Appropriate hand protection available & worn as required? [1926.951](SWPHB 2.5)(LSP - PPE Pg 6)<br>

Foot protection worn as required? [1926.96](SWPHB 2.6)(LSP - PPE Pg 5)

Hearing protection worn when required? [1926.101](SWPHB 2.8)(LSP - PPE Pg 4)

Hard hats worn on construction site as required? [1926.100](SWPHB 2.7)(LSP - PPE Pg 3)

High visibility safety vests available & worn when necessary (reflective for night time use)? [1926.28] (MUTCD)

Flaggers wearing appropriate ANSI Class II apparel if required? [1926.201] (MUTCD)

Fire Resistant clothing (including hood) is: clean, sized correctly, has no tears, Velcro/zippers in good condition? (LSP - PPE Pg 5)(CNP)

When a potential for a gaseous exposure exists, workers are wearing appropriate cotton clothing & layered correctly? [1910.132(a) &(d)] (SWPHB 2.1 & 2.2) (LSP - PPE Pg 5) (NFPA 2112 & 2113)

Oxygen monitors, gas detectors, etc. being used as required & properly placed when monitoring? (1926.55)(a) & (CNP Resp. Program)

First Aid Kit is on site, fully stocked, and material is not expired?

Fire extinguisher fully charged, inspected monthly, annual inspection tags present, and pin & seal is in place? (1926.150(a) & (CNP SWPHB 4.2.3)

Fire extinguisher properly placed at work site (upwind of the fire hazard)? (CNP C&S Manual) 1926.352(d)<br>

Additional comments for this section?

Describe other unsafe findings and flag response.

Spoil placed 2 ft. away from edge of excavation? [1926.651(j) (2)](LSP - Excavation & trenching)

Is unattended excavations secured and barricaded? (CNP Leadership manual (excavation) Pg.11)

Ladder or means of access and egress being used in excavations > 4 ft.? (1926.651(c)(2)(LSP - Excavation & trenching)

Is water accumulating in excavation?

Is water removal equipment being utilized or is the excavation protected to prevent cave-in? (1926.651(h)(1)) (LSP - Excavation & trenching)

Is the excavation =/> 5' in depth

Is the excavation shored, sloped, benched, or is a trench box/shield being used to protect the workers inside? [1926.652(a)(1)(ii)]

Is hazardous atmosphere monitoring equipment being utilized where potentially oxygen deficient or gaseous atmospheres are present while workers are inside of the excavation? (1926.651(g) (LSP - Excavation & trenching)<br>

Additional comments for this section?

Describe other unsafe findings and flag response.

Hand tools are free of defects and have not been modified? (1910.242(a) (CNP SWPHB)

Tool handles are free of damages? (1910.242(a) (CNP SWPHB)

Hand tools are being used for their intended purpose? (CNP SWPHB 3.0)

Tools with spinning parts such as grinders, circular saws, etc. have protective guards in place? [1926.304(d)] (CNP SWPHB)<br>

Impact tools, hammers kept free of splinters/mushrooms? [1926.301(c)](CNP SWPHB)

Air hose in good condition? [1910.242 (a)] (CNP SWPHB)

Safety clips / retainers are installed on Pneumatic (air) connectors? [1926.302(b)(2) &(b)(1)]<br>

Air hose is properly coupled to connection fitting? 1910.243(b) (CNP SWPHB)

Gas tapping & stopping equipment in good working condition (should not be leaking gas through the O-rings or valves)?(CS B 3.160)

Tapping / Stopping equipment and valves are properly tightened with a wrench? (CS B 3.160)

Welding leads in good condition (No damaged insulation or exposed wires)?1926.351(b)(4)

Compressed gas cylinders are secured & upright? [1926.350(a)](1926.350(a)(4) <br>

Torch hose, regulators, and gauges in good condition?1926.350(f)(3) <br>

Oxygen/acetylene torch units have flash back arrestors installed? [1926.350(f)(4)]<br>

Additional comments for this section?

Describe other unsafe findings and flag response.

Is a ladder present on the work site?

Are the appropriate warning labels present & legible?

Ladder is safe for use? [Periodically 1926.1053(b)(15)] & (Before each use 1910.23(b)

Is the ladder set up for use or being used at this time?

Extension & straight ladders extend 3’ beyond landing? [1926.1053(b)(1)]

Additional comments for this section?

Describe other unsafe findings and flag response.

Electrical cord insulation is intact and in good condition? [1926.404(b)(1)(iii(C)]

Electrical cords inspected & have all prongs intact? [1926.404 (f)]

GFCI’s used for all portable electrical hand tools? [1926.404] (Competent person training required 1926.404(b1)(ii)(B))

Electrical power tools are double insulated or grounded? [1926.302(a)]

Light bulbs for illumination Class I Div. I per NEC requirements? [1926.407(b)]

Additional comments for this section?

Describe other unsafe findings and flag response.

Housekeeping inside the cab of vehicle is adequate? (FMCSR 392.9) (SWPHB 4.1.2)

Housekeeping in bed of vehicle is adequate? (FMCSR 392.9) (SWPHB 4.1.2)

Vehicle & trailer lights in good condition & working properly? (FMCSR 392.7)

Vehicle & trailer tires in good condition? (1926.601(b)(14) (FMCSR 392.7)

Vehicle bumper / Trailer tongue in good shape and free of stress fractures? (FMCSR 392.7)

Are the trailer brake cable and safety chains properly secured to the vehicle? (1926.601(b)(14) (FMCSR 392.7)<br>

Trailer boards, fenders, etc. in good condition?

Spoil, rocks, debris, tools, etc. secured on vehicle / trailer? (FMCSR 392.9 & 393.102)(SWPHB 4.1.2)

Equipment is properly tied down during transport? (1926.601(b)(14) (FMCSR 393.102)<br>

Equipment boom is secured while being transported? (FMCSR 393.130(b)

Generic containers on vehicle and trailer labeled properly with substance inside? CFR 49 173.6(C)(1)

Approved Safety cans for gasoline / Diesel? - (5 gallon or less Metal or Plastic CFR 49 173.6(b)(4), 1910.106 (d)(2), 1926.152(a)(1), (SWPHB 4.2.2) (SWPHB 4.2.5))

Pressurized cylinders are secured during transport? (FMCSR 392.9)

Is excavation equipment on site

Is equipment in good working condition? (1926.601(b)(14)

Housekeeping inside the cab of the equipment is adequate? (1926.601(b)(7)

Is equipment free of oil leaks? (1926.601(b)(14)

Equipment lights in good condition & working properly? (1926.601(b)(2)(ii) & (1926.601(b)(14)?

Boom, loader, attachments, etc. lowered to ground when not in use?(1926.600(a)(3)(i)

Suspended loads free of workers underneath? (1926.651(e)

If equipment is being operated, is driver wearing seatbelt? 1926.602(a)(2)(i) & 1926.602(b)(1)

Additional comments for this section?

Describe other unsafe findings and flag response.

Is a potentially gaseous or hazardous atmosphere present on this job site?

Is atmosphere monitoring equipment (CGI & Oxygen Monitor) being used ?1926.651(g) [Per Company Policies]

Is a fire watch & extinguisher present near the work area? 1926.352(d) [Per Company Policies]

Are workers properly wearing the appropriate flash gear (including hood & gloves)? (1910.132(d)(1)(i) [Per Company Policies]

When working in a gaseous or oxygen deficient atmosphere, is non-entry rescue equipment (harness & Lanyard) being worn while working? (1910.132(d)(1)(i) [CS D-2.140]

Respiratory equipment is used when a hazardous atmosphere requires? 1926.651(g)(2)(i) [Per Company Policies]

Have all the potential ignition sources including power operated equipment, vehicles, motors, etc. been shut down or removed in or near a gaseous atmosphere? [1910.178(c)(2)(I)]<br>

Additional comments for this section?

Describe other unsafe findings and flag response.