Hand & Portable Power Tools

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

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  Address

• Are all tools and equipment used by employees at their workplace in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hand tools such as chisels and punches, which develop mushroomed heads during use, reconditioned or replaced as necessary?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are broken or fractured handles on hammers, axes and similar tools replaced?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tool handles wedged tightly in the head of all tools?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are appropriate handles used on files and similar tools?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tool cutting edges kept sharp so the tool will move smoothly without binding or skipping?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are lever-type tools straight and unbent from excessive force?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are portable circular saws equipped with guards above and below the base shoe?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are circular saw guards free moving (i.e., not wired or wedged open)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all AC-powered tools effectively grounded or a double-insulated type with cords in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• For AC-powered tools used outdoors, is GFCI protection provided?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do powered tools have 'dead-man' switches?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Carpentry Machine Guarding & Safety

• Are appropriate guarding methods provided to protect workers from hazards created by the point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips, and sparks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are table saws guarded by a device that rests on the worktable, completely covers the saw, and can adjust itself to the thickness of the material being cut?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are push sticks or blocks available and used for saws and other cutting equipment to feed smaller pieces of stock?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are radial arm saws provided with release return mechanisms? The saw arm when released by the operator should return to its original position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are saws used for ripping equipped with a fence, anti-kickback pawls and a spreader bar?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are provisions made to prevent machines from automatically restarting when power is restored after a power interruption?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all (a) moving chains and gears and (b) pulleys and belts that are within 7 feet (2.1 meters) of the floor or working level properly guarded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fan blades protected with a guard having openings no larger than l/2 inch (1.3 centimeters), when operating within 7 feet (2.1 meters) of the floor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are any foot-operated switches guarded or located to prevent accidental actuation by personnel or falling objects?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is equipment and machinery securely anchored to prevent tipping or other movement during operation that could result in personal injury?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are manually operated valves and switches controlling the operation of equipment and machines clearly identified and readily accessible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a power shut-off switch within reach of the operator’s position at each machine?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the supervisor prohibit loose clothing, ties, long hair, and jewelry that may catch in moving machinery?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do compressed air guns/nozzles limit dead end pressure to 30 psi (2 bar)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Abrasive Wheels

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Before new abrasive wheels are mounted, are they visually inspected and ring tested?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do side guards cover the spindle, nut, and flange and 75 percent of the wheel?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the spark arrestors on the topside of the grinder used and kept adjusted to within 1/4 inch (6.5mm) of the wheel?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the eye shields in place and in good working condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the work rest used and kept adjusted to within 1/8 inch (3 mm) of the wheel?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all abrasive wheel rpm rated for the rpm of the grinder motor? The grinder motor rpm should not exceed the wheel rating

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is grinding on the side of the wheel prohibited?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are bench and pedestal grinders permanently anchored?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a face shield available and its use required when the grinder is used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical Safety

• Are electrical machinery and appliances grounded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do extension cords being used have a grounding conductor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do plug adapters provide necessary ground conductor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all disconnecting switches and circuit breakers labeled, in both English and the local language, to indicate their use, or the equipment served?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all interior wiring systems include provisions for grounding metal parts of electrical raceways, equipment and enclosures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all electrical conduits, raceways and enclosures securely fastened in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all energized parts of electrical circuits and equipment guarded against accidental contact by proper cabinets, covers, or enclosures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is sufficient access and working space provided and maintained about all electrical equipment to permit ready and safe operations and maintenance?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all unused openings (including knockouts) in electrical enclosures and fittings closed with appropriate covers, plugs, or plates?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are electrical enclosures such as switches, receptacles, and junction boxes, provided with tightfitting covers or plates?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are extension cords used outdoors equipped with GFCI protection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Housekeeping/Premises Condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are accumulations of wood dust routinely (e.g., monthly) removed from elevated surfaces such as ductwork, roof supports, etc.?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is wood dust cleaned up from the floor regularly to prevent the dust creating a slipping hazard?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are walking surfaces kept dry or appropriate means taken to assure the surfaces are slip-resistant?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all spilled hazardous materials or liquids, cleaned up immediately and according to proper procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a clean up kit with a supply of absorbent materials and appropriate neutralizers located near the area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is scrap, debris and waste stored safely and removed from the worksite promptly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is heavy stock properly and safely secured for storage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Paint Shop Safety

• Are paint booth filters changed regularly to prevent air flow loss from clogged filters?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are paint or solvent-soaked rags placed into a covered metal container?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is explosion-proof lighting in good condition with no broken globes or covers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are sources of ignition (flames, sparks, electric motors) kept at least 20 feet (6.1 meters) from the paint booth?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are containers of flammable and toxic chemicals kept closed when not in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all spray finishing (except with spray cans) performed in a ventilated spray booth?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the spray finishing equipment interlocked so it cannot be operated without the exhaust ventilation turned on?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the spray finishing booth equipped with a turntable so the operator can rotate the piece and always spray towards the booth exhaust?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are eye wash facilities within the work area where employees are exposed to corrosive materials or other chemicals hazardous to the eyes?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Chemical Safety

• Are solvent-based glues, wood finishes, thinners, and solvents stored in containers approved for flammable liquid storage? Are the containers properly labeled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are flammable liquids properly stored in approved flammable storage cabinets when not in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When flammable or toxic chemicals are in use, is the ventilation adequate to ensure that vapor concentrations do not buildup in the shop?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the flammable storage cabinet only used to store flammable and combustible material, and not ordinary storage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all spilled hazardous materials or liquids, cleaned up immediately and according to proper procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the appropriate PPE (protective goggles, a face shield, and chemical-resistant gloves and apron) located in battery charging areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a clean up kit with a supply of absorbent materials and appropriate neutralizers located in battery charging areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are eye wash facilities that provide a flow rate of 0.4 liters for 15 minutes located within the work area where employees are exposed to corrosive materials, or other chemicals hazardous to the eyes?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is wood dust from saws and other wood working equipment controlled with local exhaust ventilation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipment

• Are approved safety glasses required to be worn at all times in areas where there is a risk of eye injuries from flying chips, splinters, sparks and other solid materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are protective goggles or face shields worn over safety glasses where there is any danger of chemical splashes?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hard hats provided and worn where the danger of overhead falling objects exists?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hard hats free of damage to the shell and suspension system?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is appropriate foot protection required where there is the risk of foot injuries from falling objects, crushing, or hot, corrosive, or toxic substances?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are abrasion-resistance gloves worn for handling materials with sharp edges, splinters or other surfaces that can cause severe cuts, lacerations, abrasions or punctures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are chemical-resistant gloves worn to prevent skin contact with harmful chemicals (e.g., solvent-based glues, paints and thinners, fuels, acids)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is hearing protection (e.g. ear plugs or muffs) properly worn when workplace noise levels exceed the Department’s occupational exposure limits?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are proper respirators available and worn by employees exposed to airborne chemical substance hazards (e.g., high concentrations of dusts, welding fumes, solvent vapors)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a schedule to replace the cartridges in chemical respirators (e.g., monthly)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all protective equipment maintained and stored in a clean, functioning condition and ready for use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Ladders

• Are all ladders used by employees at their workplace in overall good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ladders free of sharp edges, splinters, splits, decay, and broken rungs, spreaders, locking clamps, or side rails?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are wooden ladders unpainted to prevent hiding any damage, or cracks in the wood?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the joints between the steps and side rails tight, are the hardware and fittings securely attached, and do the movable parts operate freely without binding or undue movement?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do stepladder spreaders or locking devices securely hold the front and back sections of the ladder in the open position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ropes for extension ladders in good condition (not frayed or badly worn)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the rungs or steps clean (free of mud, grease or oil)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the steps uniformly spaced, 1 foot (0.3 meter), and parallel and level when the ladder is in position for use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If there are any damaged ladders on the site, are they tagged for destruction or repair and kept out of service?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the use of ladders while working with AC-powered tools, or when working on or near an electrical system or circuit, limited to wood or fiberglass ladders only (no metal ladders)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ladders rated to support a minimum of 250 pounds (113 kilograms), or do they have a type 1 duty rating? A type 1A ladder that can support 300 pounds (135 kilograms) is preferred

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are stepladders a maximum of 20 feet (6 meters) long?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are straight ladders a maximum of 30 feet (9 meters) long?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are extension ladders a maximum of 60 feet (18 meters) long?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the straight or extension ladder placed at a pitch of 1:4 (i.e., 1 foot or 0.3 meter out for each 4 feet or 1.3 meters up)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the straight or extension ladder placed to prevent slipping and is the top of the ladder tied in position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• For any ladder placed in front of a doorway, is the door locked or blocked from the other side so that it cannot be opened and hit the ladder?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ladders tall enough to reach the objects the workers need to retrieve?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ladders not placed on boxes, barrels, tables, or other materials to gain additional height?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are workers staying (at a minimum) lower than two steps from the top on a stepladder, or four steps from the top on a single section or extension ladder?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are workers not climbing on the bracing on the back legs of the stepladder?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there no more than one person on the ladder at a time?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are provisions made to not carry tools and materials by hand (e.g., are tool belts, a rope and pail provided)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If a ladder is used to provide access to an elevated platform or roof, do the side rails extend at least 36 inches (91 centimeters) above the platform or roof edge?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are rolling stairs available and used instead of a ladder when possible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hoists

• Is the rated capacity permanently marked on the hoist or load block?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the load lifted by the hoist never exceed the rated load capacity?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hoists used on a normal basis inspected by the operator monthly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the controls and operating mechanisms of the hoists checked for proper operation; the parts checked for leakage, cracks, deformation, or damage; the hoist rope and chain inspected for damage; the synthetic web strap for wear, tears, or other damage; and the hook latch for proper operation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hoists used on a normal basis inspected by a qualified inspector annually?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the annual inspection records kept and readily available to the operators?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hoists that are not in regular service (not used for a period of one month or more, but less than one year) inspected before the operator uses them?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hoists that are not used for more than one year inspected by a qualified inspector before they are used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are modified or repaired hoists inspected by a qualified inspector before they are used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has a preventive maintenance program been established for the hoist based on the hoist manufacturer’s recommendations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are replacement parts for the hoist, if not supplied by the manufacturer, equivalent to the manufacturer’s specifications?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Action Items

• Item to correct

  Yes

  No

  N/A