Machine Shop Inspection Checklist

• Supervisor and Room Number

• Building

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

A. General Work Environment

• General housekeeping

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire extinguishers/ electrical panels unobstructed and inspected

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exits/aisles/passageways kept clear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical cords maintained

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Shop rules posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Portable ladders or stepstools available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

B. Work Practices

• Training has been completed and documented

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Undergraduate work properly supervised

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Food and drinks are prohibited

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Unauthorized access to shop is prohibited

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Machine guards are in place during use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tools are kept in good condition with regular maintenance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tools are used according to their proper function and purpose

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tools are inspected prior to use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Damaged or unsafe tools are taken out of service

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tools are de-energized and locked out for maintenance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

C. Emergency Information

• Telephone located in space

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency telephone numbers posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Spill control materials available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency stop buttons present

  Yes

  No

  N/A

D. Personal Protective Equipment/ Dress Code

• Personal Protective Equipment Hazard Assessment completed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety glasses required and worn

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Loose clothing prohibited

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Long hair and beards contained

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Jewelry removed prior to work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Open-toed shoes prohibited

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A variety of hearing protection is available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

E. Chemical Safety Issues

• Chemicals/ flammable liquids properly stored and labeled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Oily rags collected and disposed of properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Used oil/ hazardous waste stored, labeled and disposed of properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

F. Hand and Portable Power Tools

• Tools are well-maintained and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tools are stored properly and securely

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Powered tools are grounded or double insulated

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection for wet or outdoor locations

  Yes

  No

  N/A

G. Pneumatic Powered Tools

• Air hoses are in good condition, including couplings and fittings

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Compressed air is not used for cleaning employees or clothing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tools are not hoisted by the air hose

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• End nozzle pressure for cleaning equipment does not exceed 30 psi

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Compressed air tanks have been inspected

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Noise measurements have been taken when necessary

  Yes

  No

  N/A

H. Liquid Fuel-Powered Tools

• Tools are powered off and allowed to cool before refueling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tools are used outdoors whenever possible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Adequate ventilation is provided when tools are used indoors

  Yes

  No

  N/A

I. Hydraulic Powered Tools

• Hydraulic fluids are of an approved type, either fire-resistant or insulated, as needed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Manufacturer's recommended safe operating pressure is not exceeded in hoses, valves, pipes, filters or other fittings

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hydraulic hoses, couplings and fittings are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

J. Powder-Actuated Tools

• Operators have been properly trained and qualified

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Proper shielding is available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tools and fasteners not in use are properly secured from authorized use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

K. Cutting/ Welding

• Hot work checklist is available and employed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Compressed gas cylinders are stored and secured properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Proper personal protective equipment available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Welding arc is properly shielded from other works

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Flammables and combustibles are properly isolated

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Portable fire extinguisher is available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire code permit available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

L. Hoisting/Rigging Issues

• Appropriate equipment is available in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Slings, hoists, chains, ropes are regularly inspected and documentation is available.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Users have been trained on hoisting and rigging practices

  Yes

  No

  N/A