Housekeeping Checklist (Workplace)

• Client / Site

• Conducted on (Date and Time)

  Date

• Inspected by

• Location
  Address

General Information

• Description of work

• Take a photo of the workplace

  Media

Floors and Other Areas

• Are floors clean and clear of waste?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are signs posted to warn of wet floors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• REFERENCE: Signage posted to warn wet floors.
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• Are floors in good condition (no holes, worn or loose planks or carpet sticking up)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is anti-slip flooring used where spills, moisture or grease are likely?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No protruding objects such as nails, sharp corners, open cabinet drawers, trailing electrical wires?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the work area clear?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are floors well-drained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all air vents and filters properly maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Aisles and Stairways

• Are aisles unobstructed and clearly marked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are mirrors installed at blind corners?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are safe loading practices used with hand and power trucks, skids, or pallets?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the workplace lighting adequate?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are stairs well lit?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are stairs covered with an anti-slip tread?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are faulty stair treads repaired?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Spill Control

• Are all spills wiped up quickly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are procedures followed as indicated on the material safety data sheet?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are spill absorbents used for greasy, oily, flammable or toxic materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are used rags and absorbents disposed of promptly and safely?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a spill area surrounded by a barrier to prevent a spill from spreading?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Waste Disposal

• Are there adequate number of containers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there separate and approved containers for toxic and flammable waste?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are waste containers located where the waste is produced?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are waste containers emptied regularly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are toxic and flammable waste chemicals handled properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Equipment and Machinery Maintenance

• Are all equipment in good working order, with all necessary guards or safety features operational or in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tools and machinery inspected regularly for wear or leaks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all equipment repaired promptly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are drip pans or absorbent materials used if leaks cannot be stopped at the source?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all machine that splashes oil fitted with a screen or splash guard?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are machines and tools cleaned regularly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all tools and unused materials cleaned up after finishing a job or before leaving the job site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Storage Area

• Are storage areas safe and accessible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all materials stacked securely, blocked or interlocked if possible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are materials stored in areas that do not obstruct stairs, fire escapes, exits or firefighting equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are materials stored in areas that do not interfere with workers or the flow of materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are bins or racks provided where material cannot be piled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all storage areas clearly marked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do workers understand material storage and handling procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention

• Are combustible and flammable materials present only in the quantities needed for the job at hand?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are combustible and flammable materials kept in safety cans during use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hazardous materials stored in approved containers and away from ignition sources?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are sprinkler heads clear of stored material?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguishers inspected and located along commonly travelled routes, and close to possible ignition sources?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are oily or greasy rags placed in metal containers and disposed of regularly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Completion

• Recommendations

• Overall Rating

  Pass

  Fail

• Full Name and Signature of the Inspector

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