Management Safety Audit

Facility Secure & Associates identified with ID Badge?

Emergency Action Plan Maps are prominently posted?

Exit doors can be opened from inside the facility without a key or special code in the event of an emergency?

Exit routes & doors are free from obstruction?

Fire Extinguishers are readily available and locations clearly identified?

Fire Extinguishers inspected monthly and documented on tags?

Severe Weather Shelters identified and clearly marked?

Work areas adequately illuminated?

Work areas kept clean and orderly?

Aisles and passageways kept clear and accessible?

Is there safe clearance for walking in aisles where mechanical handling equipment is operated?

Are all associates in production areas wearing proper PPE (Safety Glasses and Safety Toe Shoes)?

Is PPE being used properly?

Do Associates working on or servicing equipment place safety locks on energy isolating devices?

Are Energy Isolation Lists developed and available?

Are tools and equipment used by associates maintained in good condition?

Are tools properly stored when not in use?

Are broken or damaged tools and equipment removed from service until repaired or replaced?

Is there sufficient clearance around and between machines for safe operation, servicing, material handling, and waste removal?

Is the Emergency Stop switch/button within reach of the Operator's position?

Are pulleys, belts, gears or other moving parts that could create a hazard within 7 feet of the floor properly guarded?

Is there adequate protection for the Operator and other Associates in the machine area from hazards created at the point of operation?

Are machine guards properly secured and require a tool for removal?

Do presses require 2 hands in order to operate? (2-hand palm button activation)

Are Safety Data Sheets (SDS's) available to Associates for chemicals within the workplace?

Are containers containing chemicals properly labeled?

Are flammable products kept in a closed Flammable Safety Cabinet when not in use?

Are Compressed Gas Cylinders legibly marked to identify the gas contained?

Are Compressed Gas Cylinders stored in areas protected from extreme heat and/or damage?

Are Compressed Gas Cylinders stored and transported in an upright and secured position?

Are Empty and Full cylinders identified and stored separately?

Are Oxygen cylinders stored separately from Fuel cylinders?

Are electrical cords, cables and wiring intact and secure?

Are electrical boxes, panels and conduit properly sealed and secured (no open knock-out holes / conduit is not pulled away from boxes or panels leaving exposed wiring)?

If exposed wiring or frayed cords are identified, are they repaired or replaced promptly?

Are disconnect switches and circuit breakers labeled to indicate their use or equipment serviced?

Are extension cords and multi-plug power strips used only as temporary power supply?

Electrical cabinet and panel doors kept securely closed.

Clearance of 3 feet maintained in front of electrical cabinets?

Are Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs) inspected at the beginning of each shift in which it will be used?

Are vehicles shut off and brakes set prior to being left unattended?

Are hand-trucks maintained in safe operating condition?

Are eyewash stations available at battery charging/handling locations?

Are materials and product stacked securely?

Items stored in racks above 7 feet from the ground properly stacked and wrapped or banded?

Are Hoists & Cranes labeled as to capacity legible from the Operator's location?

Are stops provided at the safe limits of travel for trolley hoists?

Are hooks on hoists & cranes self-locking or provided with a safety latch?

Are slings, chains, and other rigging immediately removed from service if found to be damaged?

Are associates wearing respiratory protection equipment properly trained and using equipment properly?

Proper use, care & maintenance of respiratory protection being enforced?

Are regular inspections and evaluations performed to determine continued effectiveness of the program?

Secondary Containment provided under drums of chemicals, oil, etc.?

Chemicals, Oil, and other products that could harm the environment not stored outside not under roof?

Chemicals properly disposed of?

Nothing stored or left outside that could contaminate storm water run-off?

Perimeter fence in good condition?

Gates closed and secured?

No Trespassing signage in place and legible?

Exterior grounds maintained in clean and orderly condition?

Break room maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?

Locker rooms maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?

Restroom facilities maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?

Any findings not covered by other sections?