Manufacturing / Warehouse EHS Inspection

• Document No.

• Audit Title

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• Location
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• Personnel

• Disclaimer: While Residential Elevators Safety Committee makes every attempt to recognize and locate hazards at the time of this inspection, we do not warrant nor guarantee that all hazards were discovered or observed during this inspection. We recommend, and it is required, to conduct periodic safety inspections on an ongoing basis as new or recurring hazards may develop at any time. Please contact Heather Melendez , Safety Manager in order to discuss the specific rules and regulations pertaining to the items addressed in this report.

• Auditors summary

• Program rating 10 being best (little or no risk) and1 being worst (high risk for injury or fines)

1.0 Previous inspection

• Has the last inspection been reviewed, items corrected and documented?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

2.0 Office area

• Are aisles, walkways, and work areas free of trip and fall hazards (i.e. torn carpets, turned up edges of door mats, boxes etc.)?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are exit paths free of boxes/materials at all times?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are illuminated exit and emergency lighting working properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are work and storage areas free from improper storage (e.g., heavy, high and/or unstable storage)?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are 36” clearances maintained in front of all electrical panels and fire extinguishers?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are electrical cords and plugs in good condition (i.e., not frayed, taped, spliced, or ground prong missing)?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are computer work stations and work areas ergonomically correct and employees working safely?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

3.0 Control of hazardous energy - Lockout Tagout 1910.147

• Are proper LOTO devices available for all energy sources?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

4.0 Chemical handling and storage 1910.120

• Are open drums and containers properly stored on spill containment pallets or pans?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are employees using appropriate PPE for the chemicals being handled (gloves, goggles, safety glasses, face shields, aprons, etc.)?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• If applicable Is there a spill plan in place with sufficient spill response supplies?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

5.0 Chemical - RTK and GHS compliance - SDS 1910.1200

• Is the SDS binder up to date (annual inventory of chemicals), accessible, and well organized?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

6.0 Compressed gas 1910 Subpart M

• Are compressed gas cylinders stored in a secure manner to prevent them from tipping?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are combustible gas cylinders stored outdoors?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are compressed gas cylinders properly separated according to their contents (Oxygen and combustible gases separated by 20’ or by appropriate firewall)?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are there appropriate type / size fire extinguishers adjacent to the compressed gas storage areas?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

7.0 Dock and warehouse safety 1910 Subpart N

• Are loading areas clean and tidy to prevent falling objects, slips trips or fall hazards?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Do employees use proper lifting techniques for the materials being handled?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are propane tanks stored correctly and are the tank exchange and/or tank filling areas properly maintained with appropriate signage and area is free of trash?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Is there adequate natural or mechanical ventilation to control any potential atmospheric hazards and is the atmosphere being tested for CO?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are dock doors closed when not in use (closed doors should seal well with the floor and dock leveling plate)?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are pallets in good condition (no broken or protruding wood or nails), empties stored properly (not on edge and stacked in quantities or densities in compliance with fire sprinkler combustible load ratings)?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are battery charging/changing areas designated for that purpose and contain appropriate emergency flushing facilities (i.e. eyewash and shower)?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are wheel chocks and/or trailer restraint systems working properly?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are compliant eye wash station available for employees where chemical hazards are present (within 10 seconds)?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are visitors and drivers remaining in designated safe areas and walkways?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are original capacity, operation and maintenance instruction plates, tags or decals on powered industrial trucks in place and legible?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are products and containers that are heavy or most frequently moved by hand stored at rack heights that minimize bending / stooping or excess reach to pick up or place?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are pallets in good condition (no broken or protruding wood or nails), empties stored properly and not stored on edge?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are overhead lighting, skylights and roofs in good condition? Check for leaks, broken panels / light bulbs and missing bulb shields.

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are guardrails and/or covers provided to protect personnel from the hazards of open sides of stairs, platforms, floor openings, floor holes, mezzanines, equipment pits, and other possible fall hazards?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are aisles and forklift zones demarcated to protect pedestrians?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are open docks with a fall hazard that exceeds 48" protected with a restraint and warning signage?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

9.0 Ergonomics Title 8 section 5110 and 5(a)(1) (GDC)

• Can work be done without repetitive twisting, bending or lifting of the arms above the shoulder level?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Can employees keep their hands or wrists in a neutral position when they are working?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Where workers are exposed to strains and sprains are warmup exercises conducted or rotation of workers required to prevent repetitive motion injuries?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• If workers have to push or pull objects using great amounts of force, are mechanical aids provided?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are there sufficient rest breaks, in addition to scheduled rest breaks, to relieve stress from repetitive-motion tasks?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Is work arranged so that workers are not required to lift and carry too much weight?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are pressure points on body parts such as wrists, forearms, backs of thighs avoided?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are chairs and work benches adjusted, positioned, and arranged to minimize strain on the body?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are mechanical assists available to the worker performing materials-handling tasks?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

10.0 Housekeeping 1910.22

• Are walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are footpaths in good condition?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are railings in good condition?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are stairs and risers kept clear?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are intersections kept clear of boxes, etc?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

11.0 Emergency preparedness 1910.38

• Are evacuation plan and maps displayed and understood by all employees?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Do employees know where to go (a safe zone) and are roll-call procedures in place?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are emergency numbers posted and up to date in a conspicuous location?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

12.0 Electrical safety 1910 Subpart S

• Do electrical panels and disconnects have 36" radial clearance for emergency access?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are electrical panels, disconnects and breakers labeled as to what they control?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are electrical panels and disconnects labeled with amperage and voltage?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are electrical outlets, junction boxes and other electrical components properly covered?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are extension cords in good repair, properly grounded, etc.?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

13.0 Emergency equipment 1910.157 and 120

• Are first aid kits available, applicable for the facility, stocked and readily accessible?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are spill kits available where required, inspected and adequate for amount and type of chemicals on site?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are appropriate type and size fire extinguishers and fire equipment inspected and unblocked with 36" of minimum clearance?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

14.0 Exits 1910 Subpart E

• Are exits clearly marked and clear of obstructions?<br>

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are locked emergency exit doors provided with inside release mechanisms that release the latches and open the doors?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are adequate direction notices for routes of emergency exits displayed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Where exit doors open directly onto a street, alley, or other area where vehicles may be operated, are adequate barriers and warnings provided to prevent employees from stepping directly into traffic?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are emergency exit lights operable?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

15.0 - Fire Prevention 29 CFR 1910.39

• Is storage a minimum of 18” below sprinkler heads?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is fire alarm system functioning correctly?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Have fire extinguishers been annually hydrostatically tested and tagged and monthly inspection completed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are extinguishers clear of obstructions and raised from the ground?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

16.0 Forklifts and pallet jacks 1910.178

• Do operators have current licenses to operate? 1910.178(1)(6)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Do forklifts have functioning warning devices such as back-up alarms, strobes, or horns?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are horns used during backing, entering blind corners and other potentially dangerous situations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are seat belts worn by operators?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do forklifts travel at safe speeds?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are daily or pre-shift industrial truck inspections conducted? 1910.178(g)(7)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

17.0 Overhead Cranes

• Are overhead cranes, supporting structures, electrical and control systems appear to be in good condition / working properly / undamaged?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are overhead cranes subject to annual periodic inspections and daily / pre-use frequent inspections? 1910.179(j)(1)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are load ratings marked for each crane?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are operators and signal persons trained in safe use and operating capacities / limitations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are drop zones barricaded / workers warned of overhead crane operations in their work area?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Have hooks, attachments, slings, etc. been chosen for proper capacity / application by a qualified person and inspected prior to use?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

18.0 General conditions

• Are pallets, racks and shelving in good condition / undamaged?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are guardrails present in areas of overhead storage above offices or platforms?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are materials stacked properly and not leaning?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are materials secure and not leaning off the edges of the racks?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are empty wood pallets stack heights limited to 12 feet and plastic limited to 6 feet unless building is permitted for high pile storage and sprinklered accordingly?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are pallet racks weight limit plate located in a visible area? These plates should indicate load size, weight limits and configuration information for the rack. 1910.250<br><br>

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are items that are stacked over 12’ wrapped or banded to prevent falling or shifting?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there any lifting above shoulder height being observed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are employees using ladders properly?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are the correct type, size, duty, material ladders chosen for the task?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are ladders in good repair with all required decals legible?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

19.0 General Duty Safety Clause 5(a)(1) (GDC)

• The employer must provide a safe and healthy workplace for all workers. Were unsafe or unhealthy general conditions observed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

20.0 Inspections and procedures 5(a)(1) (GDC)

• Are monthly Safety and Health inspections conducted to document a safe work environment?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

21.0 Machine guarding 1910 Subpart O

• Do guards provide protection from hazardous moving parts of the machines?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are belts and chain drives guarded?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Do guards prevent workers’ hands or body parts from making contact with moving parts?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are gears, sprockets, pulleys, and flywheels guarded?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Have pinch points and inward running rollers been properly guarded?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

22.0 Machine shop and maintenance area 1910.215, Subpart P,Q,O

• When welding, is proper ventilation in place and is there a shield to protect other workers from UV light?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Have employees been trained on safe welding and hot work procedures?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Is there clearance between the wheel side and the guard of not more than 1/16 inch on bench grinders? 1910.215(b)(1)(iii)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

23.0 Personal protective equipment -PPE 1910.132

• Are workers using PPE properly and have they been appropriately trained?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Is safety footwear such as steel-toed work boots worn where applicable?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are gloves worn where applicable and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are high-visibility vests, etc. worn in areas where applicable?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

24.0 State and federal postings. DOL and State req.

• Are state and federal postings current and the information that is required to be filled out by the employer up to date.

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are forklift safety rules posted in areas where forklifts are present?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

25.0 Unsafe acts and conditions 5(a)(1) (GDC)

• Were unsafe acts observed and either the employee told to stop the act immediately or the supervisor notified?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Were unsafe conditions not captured by this inspection checklist observed and serious conditions brought to the attention of the supervisor to be corrected immediately?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

26.0 Written plans and procedures. Title 8 3203 and OSH act

• Is the Health and Safety Program up to date and being applied?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Is there a written emergency preparedness program and/or fire safety program and is it being followed?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Is there a documented employee accountability program in place with progressive discipline for safety violations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Is there a substance abuse program in place and enforced?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

27.0 Environmental

• If applicable, is there a Hazardous Waste Plan which addresses handling, storage, labeling, disposal, etc. considerations?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Have employees that handle hazardous waste been trained for spill or leak procedures?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• On site representative

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• Date and time complete.

  Date

28.0 Personnel / Signatures

• Facility Representative

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• Residential Elevators , Representative

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