Corp-EHS: Safety Walk - Outdoor areas

• Document No.

• Audit title

• Client / Site

• Location

  Select

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Personnel present/joined

• Other information/remarks

Around the Building

• Is the address sign or number easily visible from the street?

• Are garbage containers emptied on a regular basis?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is waste stored in appropriate waste or recycling storage areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the property kept clear of litter, combustibles, hazardous materials, old batteries, etc.?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If present, is the security system working properly? Are procedures on how to use it posted?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If present, are smoking areas clean? Is an appropriate cigarette butt receptacle available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Parking Lot

• Are appropriate signs posted (e.g., no parking in fire routes, etc.)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the parking areas free from trip hazards (e.g., no pot holes, cracks, etc.)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the lighting adequate in the area and walkways at night?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the parking lot kept free of debris?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• In winter, is the parking lot free from ice and snow?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Stairs

• Are stairs, stairwells, and landings kept clear and unobstructed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• In winter, are stairs, stairwells, and landings kept clear from ice and snow?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are stairways adequately lit?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are stairs, treads, hand rails, and any guards secure and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do treads and landings have nonskid surfaces and they are in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Exits / Fire Safety

• Are all emergency exits, exit doors, landings, and steps from the building well marked, unblocked, and kept in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• In winter, are exits kept free from ice and snow?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• In winter, is the roof area over the exits free of falling ice and snow hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are exit doors, landings, and steps well lit? Are the lights over the exit doors working and in good repair?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• In winter, is the access ramp clear of ice and snow, and is there good traction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Can the building be easily accessed by the fire department? Are fire lanes accessible and posted?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the fire department hose connections kept clear, accessible and have caps?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the electrical service entrance area clear of trees and branches?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all electrical wires out of reach of the public?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the chimney (if present) appear in good repair with the correct clearances?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Grounds

• Are walkways clear and in good condition? Are there any holes or trip hazards on grounds where workers/public may walk?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• In winter, are ice and snow cleared promptly from walkways?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is security lighting functioning properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are exit routes (from the grounds) well marked, and kept clear and unobstructed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is fencing is in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is any outdoor machinery in good repair?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are workers using machinery properly trained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do workers have adequate protection from the elements (sun, cold)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do workers who require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) know how to use it properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Storage Shed

• Are hazardous products adequately stored and labelled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are incompatible materials stored separately?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the shed or area secured and access limited?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there any sign of leaks or spills?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are “No Smoking” signs posted when flammable products are stored?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the storage area protected from exposure to heat, moisture, vibration, flame, etc. as appropriate for the products stored?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is equipment and machinery in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are any required PPE available to workers and they have clear instructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Loading Areas

• If required, are pedestrian walkways clearly marked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are vehicles and/or loads secured from accidental movement?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the area kept free of obstructions or debris?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are any lifting devices, racking systems, etc. in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If required, are machine guards in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Visually, does it look like material handling and manual material handling procedures are being followed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A