Manufacturing Monthly Inspection

• Company Name

  Select

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

General

• Floors: clean, dry, free from debris, clutter and trip hazards

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Signs are posted when floors are wet (e.g., when floors are washed, spills)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Aisles are marked, clear and unobstructed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Stairs and landings kept clear and unobstructed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Stairwells adequately lit; steps, treads, etc., in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Furniture/office equipment secure from tipping; appropriate for work being done

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exits, Entrances and Exterior Parking Lot

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Doors are not blocked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Routes, signs and doors clearly marked; exit signs easy to see; outside entrances and parking lots are clearly lit

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Walkways and parking lots are free from snow, ice, water, grease, etc.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Outdoor stairs made of grating so that water and snow cannot build up on them

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exits, Entrances and Exterior Parking Lot

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lighting levels adequate; work areas free from glare

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Air quality adequate

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Temperature and humidity adequate

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Noise levels appropriate, signs indicating hearing protection required where noise levels are high

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Workers trained in the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Safety Board

• Postings: Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Policies: Health and Safety; Violence and Harassment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• "Prevention Starts Here" poster

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• WSIB "In Case of Injury" poster

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Employment Standards Act poster

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Name of health and safety representative

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Workplace Inspection Report

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency Procedures and Numbers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Protection and Warning Systems

• Emergency lighting; adequate lighting, tested and record of annual inspection

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Portable fire extinguishers: appropriate type, readily available and inspected

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire exit doors: in good repair, unlocked and free from obstruction (both sides)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire/emergency alarm systems operational; fire exit signs lit

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire and evacuation plan is posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Workers know the plan (ask a worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do we have annual fire drill completed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hygiene and First Aid

• Washrooms are clean (chemicals are stored)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Washing facility available (soap, warm water)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First aid kits: supply inventory; treatment log; first aid training manual

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First aid certificates are posted and valid

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency eyewash (or showers) available and in working order

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Employees know how to get first aid when needed (ask a worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yes

  No

  N/A

Material Handling and Storage

• Materials are neatly and safely stored

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All material over head level is adequately "wrapped"

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage shelves are loaded only to capacity and heavy, awkward items are lower

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Racking system appears to be in good condition and safe

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Wrapping machines operate safely and have functioning guard/sensor

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Step/ladders have non-slip surfaces and are in good condition. Secured when stored

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Step/ladders are positioned and secured safely when in use (observe worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Dock boards (bridge plates) used when loading or unloading from dock to truck

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Chocks are being used on wheels of truck trailers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Forklift operators are trained (ask worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Forklift Pre Use Inspection is being completed (Check records)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Work done above 3m follows "Working from Heights" policy and procedures

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hazardous Substances

• Hazardous substances are properly labelled, stored and disposed of (observe)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A safety data sheet (SDS) for each product is available and accessible (ask worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Flammable products stored properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• PPE is available and worn (observe)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Training in PPE use and care (ask worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• PPE is maintained (ask worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• WHMIS training: Safe use and storage of hazardous substances (ask worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical

• Extension cords are secured and in good condition (no exposed wires or bent prongs)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Machines properly grounded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Portable hand tools are grounded or double insulated; cord in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Clear access to electrical panels and no combustible material stored/posted within 24 inches around

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yes

  No

  N/A

Tools and Machinery

• Guarding and safety devices in place

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Start/Stop switches clearly marked and easy to reach

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safe operating procedures available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lockout procedures available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Defective tools are tagged and removed from service

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Proper training given in the safe use of tools and machinery

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Manufacturers' manuals available for all tools and machinery

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Security

• Visitor/contractor rules are in place

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency numbers for internal and external contacts are easily available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety measures are in place for anyone working alone (ask worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Working with money: Safe procedures and emergency procedures are in place

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Training on workplace violence and harassment (ask worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Other

• Add any other safety issues below