General Construction Safety Compliance Audit

• This is a detailed jobsite conditions safety compliance audit, including detailed OSHA specific requirements. Mark any observed risks or hazardous conditions on the jobsite.
  
  TAKE AS MANY PICTURES AS POSSIBLE OF ANY AND ALL SAFETY CONCERNS.

• Project Name/Location

• Lead Mechanic or Subcontractor Name

• General Contractor

• Audit conducted on

  Date
• Location of work site
  Address

General

• Select the temperature range for today (only select one).

  Select < 32° F 33-55° F 56-70° F 71-90° F 91-100° F > 100° F

  • < 32° F
  • 33-55° F
  • 56-70° F
  • 71-90° F
  • 91-100° F
  • > 100° F

• Select site weather conditions at time of this inspection (select all that apply).

  Select Sunny Cloudy Rainy Windy >10 MPH OTHER

  • Sunny
  • Cloudy
  • Rainy
  • Windy >10 MPH
  • OTHER

• Describe weather conditions on site today

• Select the ground conditions at this job site (only select one)

  Dry

  Wet

  Muddy

  Snow/Ice

  OTHER

• Describe ground condition on site today.

• Current activities being undertaken on site (select all that apply)

  Select General Abatement Demolition Formwork Reinforce Steel Steel Erection Mechanical Electrical Plumbing Roofing Drywall Painting Sitework/Excavation Stair Installation Cleanup OTHER

  • General
  • Abatement
  • Demolition
  • Formwork
  • Reinforce Steel
  • Steel Erection
  • Mechanical
  • Electrical
  • Plumbing
  • Roofing
  • Drywall
  • Painting
  • Sitework/Excavation
  • Stair Installation
  • Cleanup
  • OTHER

• Describe activities being undertaken on site

Site Safety Inspection

General Site Safety and Safe Work Practices

• Were the general site and safe work practices inspected in this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Are safe entry and exits points clearly marked? 1926.200

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is site perimeter fenced off appropriately to protect the public with proper signage posted? 1926.200

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a Competent Person in-charge of the work site with at least an OSHA 30 card? 29 U.S.C. § 654, 5(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Materials properly stacked and staged to avoid damage, falling or collapse? 1926.250(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Materials properly stored to avoid blocking exits and proper aisle created for material access? 1926.250(a)(3)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are materials not stored within 6' of any hoistway or inside floor openings, nor within 10' of an exterior wall? 1926.250(b)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are proper lifting techniques and equipment being used to avoid strains/sprains? 29 U.S.C. § 654, 5(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are duct jacks inspected on a daily basis, with an inspection record tag attached to the equipment? 1910.244(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Paperwork

• Were site paperwork inspected in this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is a current copy of the Safety Manual and/or Site Specific Work Plan on site? 29 U.S.C. § 654, 5(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are weekly toolbox safety talk meetings being conducted, documented and turned-in? 1926.21(b) (2)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Was a daily work plan or job hazard/safety analysis (JHA/JSA) completed for today's tasks? (As required)

  Yes

  N/A

• Did the JHA/JSA match the hazard(s) present and the task(s) being performed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

First Aid, Fire Prevention and Emergency Procedures

• Were first aid kits and emergency action plans inspected in this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is there a WRITTEN emergency action plan and has it been discussed with all employees? 1926.35(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extinguishers in place on every work level, clearly marked and easily accessible? 1926.150(a)(3)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extinguishers serviced within the last year? (check punch mark on tabs) 1926.150(a)(4)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the first aid kit in its designated location and readily accessible to all employees? 1926.50(d)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a first aid kit provided, properly stocked and inventoried WEEKLY? 1926.50(d)(2)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does at least one person onsite have a current CPR/1st Aid certification? 1926.50(c)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Was Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) inspected in this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is head protection worn correctly, at all times? 1926.100

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is appropriate eye and face protection being worn correctly, at all times? 1926.102(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are proper hand and arm protections being worn for the task? 1926.95(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are safety vests or safety shirts being worn correctly, at all times? 1926.10(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is proper footwear being worn and in good condition? 1926.96<br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is hearing protection worn in designated areas or as needed? 1926.101(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is additional PPE used when/where required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• List the additional PPE being used:

Hand and Power Tools

• Were hand and power tools inspected in this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Are all hand and power tools in good condition and inspected before each use? 1926.300(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are defective hand and power tools tagged and removed from service? 1926.301(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are power cords in good condition and laid-out to avoid contact with water, pinch points, moving equipment, etc? 1910.334(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all tool guards in place and operable? 1926.300(b)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all electrically powered tools double insulated or have a ground plug? 1926.302(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tools stored correctly, safely and properly secured when not in use? 29 U.S.C. § 654, 5(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees using the proper tool for the task they are performing? 29 U.S.C. § 654, 5(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees using two hand on tools that are designed to do so? 29 U.S.C. § 654, 5(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are dust collectors and exhausts provided on tools that are used in silica-disturbing procedures (drilling, jack-hammering, etc...)? 1926.1153(c)(2)(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Powder Actuated Tools

• Are powder actuated tools in operation at this job and were they inspected in this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Does operator have proper training and certification for the tool being used? 1926.302(e)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all safety guards in place while operating the tool? 1926.302(e)(3)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are proper eye, face and ear protection being used during operation? 1926.302(e)(4)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are proper warning signs posted and/or is the operator using a warning call ("Fire In The Hole") during operation? 29 U.S.C. § 654, 5(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Ladders & Stairways

• Were ladders or stairs in operation at this job and were they inspected in this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Items Inspected

  Select Portable Ladders Job-Built Ladders Extension Ladders Stairways

  • Portable Ladders
  • Job-Built Ladders
  • Extension Ladders
  • Stairways

Portable Ladders

• Are the areas around the tops and bottoms of ladders kept clean and clear? 1926.1053(b)(9)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees using 3-points of contact, and not carrying anything, while climbing up or down the ladder? 1926.1053(b)(22)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the ladder the correct height for the task? 29 U.S.C. § 654, 5(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are users inspecting ladders before each use (ask and/or inspect ladder)? 1926.1053(b)(15)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all ladders Industrial strength? (Class 1, 1A & 1AA - ONLY) 1926.1053(b)(3)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ladders being used according to manufacturers instructions? 1926.1053(b)(4)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the ladders setup properly with locking spreader bars locked into place? 1926.1053(a)(8)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all ladders have proper, legible labels? 1926.1053

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are rungs free of mud, grease, oil or other substances which could affect safe climbing? 1926.1053(b)(2)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are defective ladders labeled and removed from the work area? 1926.1053(b)(16)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Where work is performed within 6' of a fall hazard (open edge, guardrail, etc.), is a PFAS being worn and properly anchored? 1926.501(b)(15)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Extension Ladders

• Are the areas around the tops and bottoms of ladders kept clean and clear? 1926.1053(b)(9)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ropes, pulleys and treads in a good state of repair? 1926.1053(b)(16)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the ladder setup at a 4 to 1 ratio? 1926.1053(b)(5)(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the ladder tied-off, staked down or stabilized in some other manner? 1926.1053(b)(8)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the ladder extend at least 36" above the landing? 1926.1053(b)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are rungs free of mud, grease, oil or other substances which could affect safe climbing? 1926.1053(b)(2)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are defective ladders labeled and removed from the work area? 1926.1053(b)(16)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Job-Built Ladders

• Are the areas around the tops and bottoms of ladders kept clean and clear? 1926.1053(b)(9)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the ladder built to ANSI standards, including minimum 2x6 side rails, 2x4 rungs, and cleats INSERTED between each rung? ANSI A14.4-1979

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the ladder properly secured and stabilized? 1926.1053(b)(8)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is ladder setup at a 4 to 1 ratio? 1926.1053(b)(5)(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do the side rails extend at least 36" above the landing? 1926.1053(b)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are rungs free of mud, grease, oil or other substances that could affect safe climbing? 1926.1053(b)(2)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are defective ladders labeled and/or disabled from use? 1926.1053(b)(17)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Stairways

• Do all stairwells have at least 5 ftc of lighting? 1926.56

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is at least one well braced handrail properly installed with no open edges? 1926.1052(c)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are metal stair casings fully filled with something solid (cement, wood, etc.)? 1926.1052(b)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are risers free of mud, grease, oil, trash, tools, materials or other substances that could affect safe climbing? 1926.1052(a)(7)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are open edges of stairs protected by proper guardrails? 1926.1052(c)(12)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are inadequate or incomplete stairways labeled and secured to prevent usage? 29 U.S.C. § 654, 5(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Where work is performed on a ladder or raised platform while ON the stairs, is a PFAS being worn and properly anchored? 1926.501(b)(15)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Housekeeping & Sanitation

• Site housekeeping and sanitation inspected in this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• If used, are the portable containers used to dispense drinking water in good condition, clean and clearly marked for DRINKING ONLY? 1926.51(a)(3)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Trash cans/bags available near the water dispenser for trash and cups? 1926.51(a)(5)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are boards free of nails or have nails been bent/placed as to not be a safety hazard? 1926.25(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all impalement hazards properly marked and/or protected to limit their hazard? 29 U.S.C. § 654, 5(a)1

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are floors and walk areas clear of trash, tools and materials? 1926.25(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is site generally orderly, with waste materials disposed of correctly? 1926.25(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there sufficient port-a-johns available on this job (1 unit for every 10 employees working 40 hours) and are they maintained in a sanitary manner? 1926.51(c)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are asbestos hazards properly marked and have we viewed the Asbestos Abatement certificate to identify the EXACT location of all asbestos containing materials? 1926.1101(f)(2)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are controls, tools and procedures in place to ensure respirable silica remains below action level (25 μg/m3) and being used throughout the job? 1926.1153(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Equipment Operations

• Are equipment operations to be inspected in this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Are all equipment operators licensed to operate their respective equipment? 1926.454(a) & 1910.178(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all operators have valid training/license cards in their possession at the time of usage? 1926.453(b)(2)(ii) & 1910.178(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are daily pre-start inspections and function tests being conducted and documented? 1926.453(b)(2)(i) & 1910.178(p)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all guardrail systems (if required) in place and functional (to include access ladders, gates, chains, etc.)? ANSI A92.2-1969

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If so equipped, are seat belts being worn during operation? 1926.602(a)(2)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is equipment being operated in a safe and proper manner for the conditions on the job site? 1910.178(m)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If required, is proper fall restraint being used during operation? 1926.453(b)(2)(v)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all out-of-service equipment properly tagged and removed from work areas to prevent improper usage? 1910.178(p)(1) & 1926.453(b)(2)(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fall Protection and Roof Work Safety

• Fall protection or roof work inspected in this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Items Inspected

  Select Fall Protection Roof Work

  • Fall Protection
  • Roof Work

Fall Protection

• Are fall preventive measures in place and used where required? 1926.501(b)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all fall protection equipment visually inspected prior to each use (ask employee and/or inspect equipment)? 1926.502(d)(21)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all work above six feet (6') and within fifteen feet (15') of an edge/opening being done safely with proper PFAS? (Venture policy)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all floor openings fully barricaded or protected with a secured cover and labelled "Hole/Hoyo"? 1926.502(b)(11)/1926.502(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all material, tools and work being performed at least 6' from the fall hazard? 1926.250(b)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• For work where PFAS can not be used and passive fall protection is not installed, do we have a written work plan with a safety monitor assigned? 1926.502(h)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is area near the fall hazard free of unnecessary trash, tools and materials? 1926.502(d)(16)(iii)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Roof Work

• Is there proper, safe roof access and are our employees using this access?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the roof free of unnecessary trash, tools and materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all floor openings fully barricaded or protected with a secured cover and labelled "Hole/Hoyo"? 1926.502(b)(11)/1926.502(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When cutting roof holes, is proper PFAS being used and catch-platform used below? 1926.501(b)(4)(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are roof edges protected by guardrails, parapet walls or cabling or is there a warning line system at least 15' from the edge? 1926.502(a)(2)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do guardrails, parapet walls or cable rails provide at least 39" of fall protection? 1926.502(b)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all material, tools and work being performed at least 6' from the fall hazard? 1926.250(b)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Where PFAS can not be used and guardrails are not installed, do we have a written work plan with a safety monitor assigned? 1926.502(h)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Scaffolding

• Scaffolds to be inspected in this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Are scaffolds designed by qualified personnel? 1926.451(a)(6)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all scaffolds inspected by a Competent Person daily, before accessing or using that scaffold? 1926.451(f)(3)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are scaffolds barricaded to prevent tools and material from falling? 1926.451(h)(2)(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are scaffolds accessible by a designed ladder or scaffold staircase? 1926.451(e)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is each scaffold deck fully planked and are planks properly secured to prevent movement? 1926.451(b)(1)(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is scaffold adequately secured to building, when required, and cross braced? 1926.451(c)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are guard rails installed on all scaffolds above 10 feet? 1926.451(g)(4)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are scaffold footings stable, secure and free of unstable propping objects (barrels, boxes, loose brick or concrete blocks etc)? 1926.451(c)(2)(ii)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are scaffold decks maintained generally clean and items secured and away from the edge? 1926.451(h)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If using a baker's scaffold, are wheels locked when being used for work purposes? 1926.452(w)(2)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If using a baker's scaffold that is being moved, are all occupants made aware of the movement? 1926.452(w)(10)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical Safety

• Electrical safety to be inspected this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is there sufficient general lighting available to meet the minimum 3 ftc lighting requirement? 1926.56

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there sufficient lighting on stairs and marked access/egress points to meet the minimum 5 ftc lighting requirement? 1926.56

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all temporary lights properly guarded? 1926.405(a)(2)(ii)(e)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all temporary lights at least 8 feet off the ground, or hung as high as possible? 1926.403(i)(2)(i)(d)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There are no broken plugs, sockets or switches - temp in good condition? 1926.403(b)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• GFCI available for use with all electrically powered construction tools? 1926.404(b)(1)(ii)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All electrical components (j-boxes, panel cans, etc.) properly concealed with no open holes or exposed energized components? 1926.403(b)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are proper volt and warning signs displayed on energized electrical panels? 1926.403(g)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

• Is LOTO being used on this job and inspected this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Are tags properly marked with names, dates, phone numbers and company information? 1926.417(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are proper lockout devices sufficient to prevent accidental contact with any energized components? 1926.416(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the Venture LOTO procedures being followed properly and completely? (Venture policy)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees properly protected from ALL energy sources (not just electrical)? 29 U.S.C. § 654, 5(a)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

HAZCOM

• HAZCOM safety to be inspected this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Is there a copy of the Venture HAZCOM program available on site? 1910.1200(h)(2)(iii)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are Safety Data Sheets (SDS) available for all chemicals? 1910.1200(g)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have risk assessments been completed and discussed with employees using non-routine hazardous substances? 1910.1200(e)(1)(ii)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all containers labelled correctly? 1910.1200(f)(1)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is adequate ventilation provided, as required or necessary? 1926.57(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Confined Spaces

• Confined spaces safety to be inspected this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Was air quality testing completed and documented for each Confined Space on the job? 1926.1203(e)(2)(iii)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do we have a site specific plan for any Permit Required Confined Space entries? 1926.1203(h)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a confined space emergency plan in place? 1926.1204(i)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all workers completed confined space safety training in entry, attendant and supervisor responsibilities? 1926.1207

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Welding, Cutting, Brazing and Burning

• Is welding, cutting, brazing or burning being conducted and inspect this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Has a "Hot Work Permit" been completed (either Venture's or the GC's) and is it readily available at the task location?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a fire extinguisher within 25' of these activities and is the tag current? 1926.352(d)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all compressed gas cylinders secured and stored in an up-right position? (With caps when not in use) 1926.350(a)(7)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are appropriate PPE and screens being used for the task at hand? 1926.352(b)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are STRIKERS the ONLY means for ignition purposes? 1926.350(g)(3)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a Fire Watch assigned and are they present on the job? 1926.352(e)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Cranes & Lifts

• Is a crane or helicopter lift being conducted and inspected this audit?

  Yes

  N/A

• Was a pre-lift safety meeting conducted with the GC, the Superintendent and the operator, before operation? 1926.551(b) &

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have adequate communications been established for this crane lift? 1926.1400(f)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all annual certifications and daily inspections being conducted and are they up-to-date, respectively? 1926.1412(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the crane operator properly licensed for this unit? 1926.1427(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the swing radius or control zone properly protected? 1926.1424(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tag lines being used to control the load? (When required) 1926.1408

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are wind and weather conditions safe for operation? 1910.180(c)(1)(iv) &1926.1417(n)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a qualified signal person assigned and assisting with the operation? 1926.1428(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all rigging equipment in acceptable condition with proper labels intact? 1926.251(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the ground and roof conditions suitable for the weight crane, helicopter and/or units to be lifted? 1926.1402(a)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has a Critical Lift Plan been written, implemented and discussed with the whole crew, for all loads exceeding 75% of the crane lifting capacity? (Venture policy)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General Comments

• Any further comments or recommendations arising from this inspection?

• Add any additional relevant photos

  Media

• Have all required corrective actions been added as Actions to this inspection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Please add any corrective actions to the appropriate questions above before completing this report

Sign Off

• Name & Signature of Inspector

  Sign

• Name & Signature of Lead Mechanic or Subcontractor Lead

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