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  • Site conducted

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location

Chemicals/Flammables

  • Are there any flammable cabinets at this location?

  • Is the cabinet door self-closing?

  • Are there only flammable liquids stored within the cabinets (no other liquids, tools, boxes, or PPE)?

  • Are flammable liquids in approved containers?

  • Are all containers closed?

  • Are there less than 60 gallons of flammable liquids in the cabinet?

  • Are chemicals stored within a containment?

  • Are there signs of current or past leakage within or around the containment?

  • Are containers closed when not in use?

  • Is there a spill response kit in the area?

  • Does the spill kit contain PPE?

  • Does the spill kit contain an adequate amount of absorbents to contain a spill?

  • Are employees using chemicals at this location?

  • Is proper PPE being worn when using chemicals?

  • Are chemicals being left open and unattended?

  • Are employees aware of flammable liquid storage requirements?

  • Do employees know when to clean a spill themselves and when to report?

  • Do employees know where to find a spill response kit?

  • Do employees know how to obtain an SDS for the material?

Ergonomics

  • Do employees perform high repetition tasks (100 reps/hr or 2000 reps/day)?

  • Do the employee's routine tasks require repeated heavy lifting (>20 lbs) or occasional heavy lifting (>50 lbs)?

  • Are they using proper lifting form and lifting safely?

  • Are employees using awkwardly designed tools which cause them to operate the tool outside of a neutral position for an extended period of time?

  • Do employees perform tasks with an awkward head or neck position for an extended period of time?

  • Do employees perform tasks that require awkward back angles to be held for an extended period of time?

  • Do employees perform tasks with an awkward elbow angle for an extended period of time or with extreme force application?

  • Do employees perform tasks with an awkward wrist flexion angle for an extended period of time or with extreme force application?

  • Do employees perform tasks with an awkward back/hip flexion angle for an extended period of time or with extreme force application?

  • Do employees perform tasks with an extreme reaching distance for an extended period of time or with extreme force application?

Employee Questions

  • Do you experience pain or soreness at the end of your shift?

  • Where?

  • If your job is causing you physical discomfort, who do you report it to? (Supervisor, Lead, or EHS are acceptable answers)

Machine Safety/Dress for Safety

  • Are emergency stop buttons visible, distinguishable, and within reach of the operator(s)?

  • Do the emergency stop buttons function correctly? (ask operator to demonstate)

  • Are moving parts of the machine adequately guarded in order to prevent injury?

  • Do safeguards insure that no objects will fall into the moving parts?

  • Are interlocks functional? (ask operator to demonstrate)

  • Are guards and interlocks firmly secured and not easily removable?

  • Is there evidence that safeguards have been tampered with or removed?

  • Is a conveyor present?

  • Are in-running nip points labeled?

  • Is the guard at the in-running nip point adequately spaced to minimize the chances of injury?

  • Are operators working a safe distance away from the in-running nip point(s)?

  • Are employees wearing their hair above their shoulders?

  • Are employees wearing loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in the machine?

  • Are employees wearing firm shoes with slip resistant soles that cover the entire foot?

  • Do employees have long fingernails (more than 1/4" past the fingertip?

Employee Questions

  • Can the employee(s) demonstrate knowledge of the E-Stop locations on their machine?

  • Does the employee understand the purpose of the E-Stop as well as the components it stops and doesn't stop?

  • Is the employee aware of the locations and functions of guards and interlocks?

  • Is the employee aware of the locations of in-running nip points and the hazards they pose?

  • Is the employee aware of the PLI dress for safety requirements?

Mobile Equipment/Pedestrian Safety

  • Are manual pallet jacks used in the area?

  • Are manual pallet jacks stored safely when not in use?

  • Are operators communicating with people both visually and verbally when using a pallet jack within 5 feet of them?

  • Are the loads they are carrying safe and stable?

  • Have all hazards been removed in the area of operation?

  • Are powered pallet jacks being used in the area?

  • Has the operator filled out an inspection form?

  • Can the operator demonstrate the inspection process?

  • Does the operator have their PLI mobile equipment permit on their person?

  • Is the operator sounding their horn in congested areas and blind corners to alert pedestrians?

  • Is the operator positioned to the front and side of the powered pallet jack while it is in operation?

  • Is the operator using the powered pallet jack in an area that is too congested for safe operation?

  • Is the operator communicating both visually and verbally with people within 5 feet of them?

  • Is the load they are carrying safe and stable?

  • Are there any forklifts in use in the area?

  • Is the forklift parked safely (turned off, in neutral, forks on ground, brake engaged)?

  • Has the operator filled out an inspection form?

  • Can the operator demonstrate the inspection process?

  • Does the operator have their PLI mobile equipment permit on their person?

  • Is the operator sounding their horn in congested areas and blind corners to alert pedestrians?

  • Is the operator carrying their load close to the ground and in a manner to avoid an obstructed view?

  • Is the load safe and stable?

  • Is the operator communicating both visually and verbally with people within 5 feet of them?

  • Are pedestrians on alert, communicating both visually and verbally with operators within 5 feet of them?

  • Are pedestrians aware of the five foot rule?

PPE/Knife Use

  • Are there PPE requirements for operators in the area?

  • Are employees properly wearing the PPE required for this area?

  • If chemicals or compressed air are being used, are safety glasses being worn?

  • Are safety glasses un-tinted, with sideshields, and in good condition?

  • Are safety glasses being worn over prescription glasses when applicable?

  • If gloves are required, are employees wearing the correct gloves to address the hazard(s)?

  • Are knives used in this area?

  • Are employees only using knives issued by PLI?

  • Can the blade be left exposed when not in use?

  • If metal-bladed knives are unguarded not automatically retracting, is a cut glove being used on the non-cutting hand?

  • Would a safer knife be feasible for this task?

  • Are employees using proper cutting techniques?

Employee Questions

  • Are employees aware of the PPE requirements for their area?

  • Do employees know when and how to get PPE?

  • If employees use knives, do they know proper cutting techniques?

Housekeeping/Slip, Trip, and Fall

  • Are floors clean and clear of waste?

  • Are floors in good condition?

  • Are personal items such as clothing and lunch boxes in assigned lockers or storage areas?

  • Is the work area clear of hazards?

  • Are aisles unobstructed and clearly and appropriately marked?

  • Are aisles and walkways wide enough to accommodate workers and equipment?

  • Is there an accumulation of waste in the work area?

  • Are waste containers adequate in size and proximity to the areas where waste is produced?

  • Are there any chemicals or rags in general waste containers?

  • Is the waste emptied regularly?

  • Is there clear access to fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and/or eyewash stations?

  • Is there a 36" clearance in front of electrical panels?

  • Are clearance zones in front of emergency equipment and electrical panels clearly marked?

Employee Questions

  • Is the employee aware of the clearance zones for electrical and emergency equipment?

  • Is the employee aware of what red/white and black/yellow tape signify?

  • Is the employee aware of locations for disposal of chemicals and rags?

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