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  • Audit title

  • Client / Site

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  • Location
  • Personnel

1.0 - Mandatory Work Postings

  • 1.1 - Is the complete Labor Law Poster - latest version posted?

  • 1.2 - Is the Workers' Compensation Notice Poster - latest version posted?

  • 1.3 - Is the OSHA 300 Log posted by February 1 for the previous calendar year?

  • 1.4 - Are the latest versions of the Quality Policy and HSE Policy Statements posted?

  • 1.5 - Is there a list of Emergency Phone Numbers posted by telephones?

2.0 - Fire Prevention

  • 2.1 - Evacuation plan displayed and understood by all employees?

  • 2.2 - Evacuation procedures discussed regularly? (3 to 4 times a year)

  • 2.3 - Extinguishers in place, clearly marked for type of fire?

  • 2.4 - Extinguishers recently serviced? (Check 6 monthly punch mark on tabs.)

  • 2.5 - Extinguishers being inspected monthly and documented?

  • 2.6 - Extinguisher clear of obstructions?

  • 2.7 - Indicator signs 2.1 m above floor level?

  • 2.8 - Adequate direction notices for fire exits?

  • 2.9 - Exit doors easily opened from inside and free of locks or fastening devices that would restrict escape?

  • 2.10 - Exits clear of obstructions?

  • 2.11 - Fire alarm system functioning correctly?

3.0 - General Lighting

  • 3.1 - Good natural lighting?

  • 3.2 - Reflected light from walls & ceilings not causing glare to employees?

  • 3.3 - Mercury fluorescent light bulbs properly disposed or recycled as universal waste?

  • 3.4 - Emergency exit lighting existing and operable?

4.0 - Building Safety

  • 4.1 - Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  • 4.2 - Entry and walkways kept clear?

  • 4.3 - Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  • 4.4 - Intersections kept clear of boxes, over stacking, etc?

  • 4.5 - Stair and risers kept clear?

  • 4.6 - Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  • 4.7 - Are railings in good condition?

  • 4.8 - Are fall preventive measures in place and used where gaps occur in railings?

  • 4.9 - Are loading dock doors closed or barriers available when open?

  • 4.10 - Are slip, trip and fall hazards controlled?

  • 4.11 - Loading area clean and clutter free?

5.0 - Work Stations

  • 5.1 - Clear of clutter in line with the 5s good housekeeping initiatives?

  • 5.2 - Tools not in use kept in place?

  • 5.3 - No damaged chairs, hand carts, ladders, electrical cords, hand tools, etc.?

  • 5.4 - Ergonomically sound work stations (keyboard and mouse placement, monitor height, armrests on chairs, shelving height, etc.?

  • 5.5 - Work height correct for the type of work and the employee?

  • 5.6 - No sharp edges?

6.0 - Waste and Recycling

  • 6.1 - Waste and recycling bins located at suitable points around work areas?

  • 6.2 - Bins emptied regularly?

  • 6.3 - Are aluminum cans or plastic bottles recycled?

  • 6.4 - Is cardboard being recycled?

  • 6.5 - Are spent batteries recycled?

  • 6.6 - Are spent toners being recycled?

  • 6.7 - Are energy and gas conservation measures in place?

  • 6.8 - Are water conservation measures in place?

  • 6.9 - Is there a paper recycling program in place?

  • 6.10 - Is there a computer and or monitor recycling program in place?

  • 6.11 - Are copy machines set with default 2-sided printing options?

7.0 - Emergency Equipment and Supplies

  • 7.1 - Are Emergency Action Response Plans oavailable for the facility?

  • 7.2 - Is personal protective equipment well maintained and issued to employees?

  • 7.3 - Are portable eyewash stations well maintained?

  • 7.4 - Are ladders and/or steps tools available in areas where needed?

  • 7.5 - Are utility carts,hand trucks or dollies available to move supplies in work areas?

  • 7.6 - Are flammable or combustible liquids adequately stored and labeled?

  • 9.2 - Safety switches tested every 6 months and tests recorded?

  • 7.8 - Are file cabinets and book shelves anchored to walls in earthquake prone areas?

8.0 - Machines

  • 8.1 - Are they kept clean?

  • 8.2 - Are the floors around the machines kept clean?

  • 8.3 - Guards in good condition?

  • 8.4 - Starting and stopping devices within easy reach of operator?

  • 8.5 - Waste/off cuts removed and stored safely?

  • 8.6 - Drip pans on floor to prevent spillage?

  • 8.7 - Adequate work space?

  • 8.8 - Is lighting adequate?

  • 8.9 - Noise levels controlled?

  • 8.10 - No bending or stooping required?

  • 8.11 - Are floor mats available?

  • 8.12 - Operators trained/inducted into the operation of the machines?

  • 8.13 - Is the training recorded?

  • 8.14 - Do operators comply with the training?

  • 8.15 - Are lockout procedures implemented and followed?

  • 8.16 - Are gas bottles secured?

9.0 - Electrical Safety

  • 9.1 - Are areas in front of electrical circuit breaker boxes kept clear ( 36 inches minimum)

  • 9.2 - Do electrical outlets near water supplies have Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) and do they work?

  • 9.3 - Are power strip cords overloaded?

  • 9.4 - Are garbage disposal on/off switches in kitchen areas clearly labeled?

  • 9.5 - Are there any broken plugs, sockets, switches of wall plates?

  • 9.6 - No power cords or extension cords across walkways?

  • 9.9 - Portable power tools in good condition?

10.0 - Chemical Safety

  • 10.1 - Hazardous Substance Register complete and available?

  • 10.2 - Material Safety Data Sheets available for all chemicals?

  • 10.3 - Risk assessments completed for hazardous substances?

  • 10.4 - All containers labelled correctly?

  • 10.5 - Unused substances disposed of?

  • 10.6 - Do special storage conditions apply?

  • 10.7 - If applicable are special storage conditions followed?

  • 10.8 - Workers trained in the use of hazardous substances?

  • 10.9 - If required is special PPE available?

  • 10.10 - Is adequate ventilation provided?

  • 10.11 - Are eye washes and showers easily accessed?

11.0 Ladders

  • 11.1 - Are all ladders Industrial strength? (Non Household rated, check label.)

  • 11.2 - Are ladders in good condition?

  • 11.3 - If used for electrical work are they non conductive? (Wood or fibre glass.)

  • 11.4 - Used according to instructions?

  • 11.5 - For extension ladders are ropes, pulleys and treads in a good state of repair?

12.0 - First Aid Facilities

  • 12.1 - Are First Aid Kits and their contents clean?

  • 12.2 - Are contents regularly checked?

  • 12.3 - No contents past their expiration date?

  • 12.4 - First Aid Kits clearly labelled?

  • 12.5 - Is there easy access to the first aid kits?

  • 12.6 - Employees aware of location of first aid kits?

  • 12.7 - Are emergency telephone numbers displayed?

13.0 - Office Hazards

  • 13.1 - Condition of filing cabinets?

  • 13.2 - Condition of chairs? (Five star bases.)

  • 13.3 - Desks in good condition? (No damage.)

  • 13.4 - Screen Based Equipment positioned to reduce glare from windows etc?

  • 13.5 - Photocopiers positioned to avoid fumes?

  • 13.6 - Tasks designed to prevent Occupational Overuse Syndrome? (Breaks included.)

  • 13.7 - Air conditioning systems regularly maintained?

  • 13.8 - Stable non-slip floor coverings in good condition?

14.0 - Vehicle Condition

  • 14.1 - Schedule maintenance performed?

  • 14.2 - Condition of tires?

  • 14.3 - Brake performance?

  • 14.4 - Lights? (Check operation of brake, indicator and reversing lights)

  • 14.5 - Condition of drivers seat?

  • 14.6 - Condition of other seats?

  • 14.7 - First aid kit supplied and adequate?

  • 14.8 - Storage provisions?

15.0 Lab Work Area

  • 15.1 - Is the Chemical Hygiene Plan available for the laboratory and revised as necessary?

  • 15.2 - Are compressed gas cylinders properly secured and labeled?

  • 15.3 - Is the CHP labeling system being effectively implemented?

  • 15.4 - Are fume hoods being effectively inspected and maintained?

  • 15.5 - Are spill prevention kits and supplies readily available?

  • 15.6 - Are initial and yearly CHP lab specific health and safety training sessions performed and documented for all employees?

  • 15.7 - Are housekeeping and safety inspections being performed?

  • 15.8 - Were employees observed wearing proper PPE - ie - lab coats, safety glasses, gloves, canvas shoes.

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