IAEC RESAP - Section 3: Warehouse and Covered Storage (version 2)

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Section 3: Warehouse and Covered Storage

3.1 Shelves, bins and racks are designed, constructed, and used in a manner that safely contains the material and equipment in stock. Criteria: * Shelves, bins and racks are visibly marked with the maximum capacity of material weight. * Shelves, bins and racks are designed to hold materials in place to lessen the chances of falling. * Shelves, bins and racks are designed or anchored to avoid tipping. Ref: 29 CFR 1910 Subpart N
3.2 Materials stored in a safe and orderly manner Criteria: * Materials are stacked and stored according to type, size, color, length and weight. * Storage bins are labeled and easily identified. * Similar type materials are stored in the same immediate area (i.e. all bolts, UG sleeves, UG elbows are grouped together). * No sharp or protruding objects are extending from storage positions to catch clothing or injure a person passing in aisles. Ref: 29 CFR 1910.176
3.3 Aisles and walkways are clear paths for pedestrian use and are designated accordingly where equipment crosses or shares these pathways. Criteria: * Aisles and walkways have no obstructions and are separated from work areas. * Surfaces are in very good condition. * Low clearances are marked with signs. Ref: 29 CFR 1910.22
3.4 Docks and safety rails are in good condition nd meet regulatory requirements. Criteria: * Safety rails are in place for docks with 48" or more elevation. * Wheel chocks or other means are available for securing vehicles while loading or unloading. * Dock plates or ramps are available to bridge the gap when using lift trucks. Ref: 29 CFR 1910.23
3.5 Overhead storage - is adequate, orderly and meets all related requirements. Including weight ratings and capacities.

Section 3: Summary

3.6 The overall evaluation of the onsite field observation team for this section of the assessment is as follows: Criteria: * Strong performance - Questions evaluated as exceeds or satisfies all requirements * Satisfactory performance - Questions evaluated as satisfies all requirements, could be a small number evaluated as exceeds. * Generally satisfactory with minor areas for improvement - Questions evaluated as satisfies all or most requirements, improvement areas are minor. * Ket attentions areas for improvement - Questions evaluated as partially satisfies or fails to satisfy requirements in important improvement areas.