Title Page
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Select the Division
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
Health and Safety Inspection
Lighting
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Are all lights in good operating condition?
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Are all walking and working areas adequately lit?
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Are light fixtures clean?
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Are protective lenses in good condition?
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Are windows/skylights clean?
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Are work areas free from glare?
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Is the emergency lighting checked once a month?
Ventilation
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Is ductwork free of blockage or damage?
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Are hoods free of blockage or damage?
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Are filters free of blockage or damage?
Floors (Walking/Working Surfaces)
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Are floors clean, dry, clean from debris and clutter?
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Are signs posted where floors are wet?
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Are surfaces free from slip hazards (water, ice, oil, grease, etc.)?
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Are surfaces free from trip hazards (wire, torn carpet, tiles, etc.)?
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Is there good drainage?
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Are anti-fatigue mats in good condition, clean?
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Are aisles marked, clear, and not obstructed?
Stairways
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Are stairs and landings kept clear of debris and clutter?
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Are stairways adequately lit?
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Are steps, treads, etc. in good condition?
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Do steps and landings have non-slip surfaces?
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Are handrails provided on open sides?
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Are handrails in good condition?
GUARDRAILS / BARRIERS
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Located where required
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In good condition
ELEVATED WORK PLATFORMS
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Well maintained and in good condition
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Inspected prior to use
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Workers have been trained
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Properly used
Machines and Guarding
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Are machines in good general condition?
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Are all guards and safety devices in place?
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Are operating controls guarded from accidental start-up?
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Do emergency stop buttons work properly?
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Are safe operating instructions posted on or near equipment?
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Are danger or warning signs clearly posted on equipment?
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Are proper lock-out and tag-out procedures in place?
Power/Hand Tools & Equipment
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Are tools and equipment in good condition?
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Are guards in good condition and working properly?
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Is the required PPE worn when operating tools and equipment?
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Is defective equipment tagged appropriately?
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Are tools stored in their designated areas when not in use?
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Are load limits of hoists maintained?
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Are airlines in good condition and free of leaks?
Ladders
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Are ladders in good condition?
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Are ladders unpainted and free from grease and oil?
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Are ladders properly positioned and secured when in use?
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Are defective ladders tagged to indicate that they are dangerous?
Forklift and Overhead Cranes
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Are Forklifts inspected daily? Use Daily Inspection Checklist for reference
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Are overhead cranes inspected daily? Use Daily Inspection Checklist for reference
Stacking And Storage
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Are shelves and racks sturdy and suitable for weight capacity?
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Are shelves and racks in good condition?
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Are shelves and racks properly secured?
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Are heavier products stored on lower shelves?
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Are materials stored securely on shelves?
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Are materials properly labeled and have WHMS labels if applicable?
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Are shelves and racks free from blocking aisles and exits?
Electrical
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Electrical outlets are not overloaded
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Electrical cords are in good condition
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Electrical cords are covered or secured
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Grounding pins on plugs are present and have not been tampered with
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Clear access to electrical panels
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Breakers in the electrical panel are properly labelled
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No combustible materials stored near the electrical panels
Fire Protection
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Are portable fire extinguishers appropriate and available?
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Are fire extinguishers inspected monthly?
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Is fire fighting equipment clearly marked?
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Are fire alarms in working order?
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Are extinguishers clear from blockage?
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Fire exit signs are lit
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Fire doors are unlocked but closed, and are free of obstruction
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Fire evacuation plan is posted
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Escape routes are planned for persons with disabilities
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Emergency phone numbers are located near all phones
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Emergency lighting is functional
Hazardous Substances
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Hazardous substances are properly labelled
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Hazardous substances are properly stored
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Hazardous substances are properly disposed of
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SDSs are readily available and up to date
Loading Docks
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Dock platforms, bumpers, stairs, steps, ramps, and railings are in good condition
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Floors are clean and free from oil or water
Ergonomics
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Workstations aren’t ergonomically harmful
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Chairs are in good condition
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Items are not too small/big/awkward to use for long periods of time
First Aid
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First aid kit is properly stocked
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Certificates of first aiders are posted near the first aid kit and are current
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WSIB poster is located near the kit
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First aid log sheet is available and being used
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First aid training manual is available
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Emergency eyewash station and/or emergency showers available, as required
Material Handling and Storage
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Sharp edges or corners are protected
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Shelves and racks are protected from tipping
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Shelves and racks are in good condition
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Shelves and racks are loaded only to capacity
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Contents are neatly and safely stored
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All compressed gas cylinders are secured
Sanitation
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Washrooms aren’t filthy
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Soap and warm water are available
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Towels or blowers are available
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There is access to potable (drinkable) water
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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PPE is worn when required
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Workers are trained in the use of PPE
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Steel toe shoes/boots are worn
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Fall protection is worn when required
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Fall protection equipment is available and well maintained
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Hearing protection is available and well maintained
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Hearing protection is worn when required
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Respiratory protection is available and well maintained
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Respiratory protection is worn when required
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Eye and face protection is available and well maintained
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Eye and face protection is worn when required
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Protective clothing is available and well maintained
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Protective clothing is worn when required
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Hand protection is available and well maintained
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Hand protection is worn when required
EXITS AND ENTRANCES
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Are there sufficient exits for quick escape?
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Are doors free from locks fasteners restricting escape?
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Are routes, signs, and doors clearly marked?
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Are exit doors free from obstruction/snow/ice?
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Are exits and exit signs easy to read?
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Are fire hazards away from exits?
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Are mats at entrances in good condition, flat, clean?
Parking Lot
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Parking lot is clear of debris
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Parking lot is clear of potholes or other trip hazards
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Sidewalks and ramps are in good condition
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Sidewalks and ramps are free from ice or have been sanded or salted
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Sidewalks and ramps are free from snow
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Guardrails are installed on ramps and drop-offs, as required
Security
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Visitors must sign into a logbook
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Visitors have read the safety rules
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Workers have been trained in workplace violence and harassment
OTHER IDENTIFIED HAZARDS
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Is there any other identified hazards to be noted?