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Sprinkler System
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Are sprinkler heads unobstructed (18" clearance)?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.159(c)(10)<br>Sprinkler spacing. The employer shall assure that sprinklers are spaced to provide a maximum protection area per sprinkler, a minimum of interference to the discharge pattern by building or structural members or building contents and suitable sensitivity to possible fire hazards. The minimum vertical clearance between sprinklers and material below shall be 18 inches (45.7 cm).<br>
House Keeping
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Are good housekeeping standards maintained? (Look for trash, rodents, large amounts of paperwork stacked up, clean surfaces)<br><br>29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1)<br>All places of employment, passageways, storerooms, and service rooms shall be kept clean and orderly and in a sanitary condition.<br>
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Are spills cleaned up immediately?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.22(a)(2)<br>The floor of every workroom shall be maintained in a clean and, so far as possible, a dry condition. Where wet processes are used, drainage shall be maintained, and false floors, platforms, mats, or other dry standing places should be provided where practicable.<br>
Exits
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Exits are readily accessible at all times?<br><br>29 CFR 1917.122(c)<br>Exits shall be readily accessible and sufficient in number to provide employees with a convenient means of escape in emergencies. A clear passage to the exit shall be maintained.<br><br>29 CFR 1926.34(c)<br>"Maintenance and workmanship." Means of egress shall be continually maintained free of all obstructions or impediments to full instant use in the case of fire or other emergency.<br><br>
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Exit routes are clearly marked to provide a line of sight to the exit?<br><br>29 CFR 1917.122(a)<br>Employee exits shall be clearly marked.<br><br>29 CFR 1926.34(b)<br>"Exit marking." Exits shall be marked by a readily visible sign. Access to exits shall be marked by readily visible signs in all cases where the exit or way to reach it is not immediately visible to the occupants.<br><br>
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Every identified exit leads directly outside or to a walkway, refuge area, public way, or open space with access to the outside?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.36(f)(1) Design requirements for exit routes<br>An Exit Must Lead Outside. An exit must lead directly outside or to a street, walkway, refuge area, or to an open space with access to the outside.
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All identified exits are unlocked?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.36(d)<br>An exit door must be unlocked.
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The width of the exit route is 28 inches or greater?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.36(g)(2)<br>An exit access must be at least 28 inches (71.1 cm) wide at all points. Where there is only one exit access leading to an exit or exit discharge, the width of the exit and exit discharge must be at least equal to the width of the exit access.
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Revolving, sliding, roll up, and overhead doors are not considered or used as a required exit door?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.36(e)<br>A side-hinged exit door must be used.<br> <br>1910.36(e)(1)<br>A side-hinged door must be used to connect any room to an exit route.<br>
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Designated exits are provided with illuminated exit signs with the word "EXIT"?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.37(a)(4)<br>Safeguards designed to protect employees during an emergency (e.g., sprinkler systems, alarm systems, fire doors, exit lighting) must be in proper working order at all times.
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Doors, passageways, or stairways that may be confused as exits and are not exits are appropriately marked?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.37(b)(5)<br>Each doorway or passage along an exit access that could be mistaken for an exit must be marked "Not an Exit" or similar designation, or be identified by a sign indicating its actual use (e.g., closet).
Hazard Communication
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Each product container is labeled with the identity of product name and appropriate hazard warnings?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.1200(a)(2)<br>This occupational safety and health standard is intended to address comprehensively the issue of classifying the potential hazards of chemicals, and communicating information concerning hazards and appropriate protective measures to employees, and to preempt any legislative or regulatory enactments of a state, or political subdivision of a state, pertaining to this subject. Classifying the potential hazards of chemicals and communicating information concerning hazards and appropriate protective measures to employees, may include, for example, but is not limited to, provisions for: developing and maintaining a written hazard communication program for the workplace, including lists of hazardous chemicals present; labeling of containers of chemicals in the workplace, as well as of containers of chemicals being shipped to other workplaces; preparation and distribution of safety data sheets to employees and downstream employers; and development and implementation of employee training programs regarding hazards of chemicals and protective measures. Under section 18 of the Act, no state or political subdivision of a state may adopt or enforce any requirement relating to the issue addressed by this Federal standard, except pursuant to a Federally-approved state plan.
Fire Extinguishers
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Fire extinguisher locations are identified by a sign or other means?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1)<br>The employer shall provide portable fire extinguishers and shall mount, locate and identify them so that they are readily accessible to employees without subjecting the employees to possible injury.
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Fire extinguishers are unobstructed?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1)<br>The employer shall provide portable fire extinguishers and shall mount, locate and identify them so that they are readily accessible to employees without subjecting the employees to possible injury.
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Fire extinguishers are mounted to the wall?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.157(c)(1)<br>The employer shall provide portable fire extinguishers and shall mount, locate and identify them so that they are readily accessible to employees without subjecting the employees to possible injury.
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Do fire extinguisher tags include: maintenance and inspection dates, date of purchase, Underwriters Laboratories (UL) approval, and initials of the inspector?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.157(c)(4)<br>The employer shall assure that portable fire extinguishers are maintained in a fully charged and operable condition and kept in their designated places at all times except during use.<br><br>29 CFR 1910.157(e)(3)<br>The employer shall assure that portable fire extinguishers are subjected to an annual maintenance check. Stored pressure extinguishers do not require an internal examination. The employer shall record the annual maintenance date and retain this record for one year after the last entry or the life of the shell, whichever is less. The record shall be available to the Assistant Secretary upon request.<br><br>29 CFR 1910.157(e)(4)<br>The employer shall assure that stored pressure dry chemical extinguishers that require a 12-year hydrostatic test are emptied and subjected to applicable maintenance procedures every 6 years. Dry chemical extinguishers having non-refillable disposable containers are exempt from this requirement. When recharging or hydrostatic testing is performed, the 6-year requirement begins from that date.<br><br>29 CFR 1910.157(e)(1)<br>The employer shall be responsible for the inspection, maintenance and testing of all portable fire extinguishers in the workplace.<br>
Walking and Working Surfaces
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All hatchways, wall, and floor openings are guarded/covered?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.23(a)(3)<br>Every hatchway and chute floor opening shall be guarded by one of the following: <br><br>1910.23(a)(3)(i)<br>Hinged floor opening cover of standard strength and construction equipped with standard railings or permanently attached thereto so as to leave only one exposed side. When the opening is not in use, the cover shall be closed or the exposed side shall be guarded at both top and intermediate positions by removable standard railings.<br>
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Stair treads are non-slip and are in good repair? <br><br>29 CFR 1910.24(f)<br>"Stair treads." All treads shall be reasonably slip-resistant and the nosings shall be of nonslip finish. Welded bar grating treads without nosings are acceptable providing the leading edge can be readily identified by personnel descending the stairway and provided the tread is serrated or is of definite nonslip design. Rise height and tread width shall be uniform throughout any flight of stairs including any foundation structure used as one or more treads of the stairs.<br>
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Walkways, stairways, and aisle ways are free of obstructions? <br><br>29 CFR 1910.22(b)<br>"Aisles and passageways."<br> <br>1910.22(b)(1)<br>Where mechanical handling equipment is used, sufficient safe clearances shall be allowed for aisles, at loading docks, through doorways and wherever turns or passage must be made. Aisles and passageways shall be kept clear and in good repairs, with no obstruction across or in aisles that could create a hazard.<br><br>1910.22(a)(2)<br>The floor of every workroom shall be maintained in a clean and, so far as possible, a dry condition. Where wet processes are used, drainage shall be maintained, and false floors, platforms, mats, or other dry standing places should be provided where practicable.<br><br><br><br>
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Carpets are well secured to the floor and not worn or frayed?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1)<br>All places of employment, passageways, storerooms, and service rooms shall be kept clean and orderly and in a sanitary condition.<br>
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Floor mats are not curled up and are free from wear and tear?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1)<br>All places of employment, passageways, storerooms, and service rooms shall be kept clean and orderly and in a sanitary condition.<br>
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Fixed stairways have a minimum width of 22 inches?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.24(d)<br>"Stair width." Fixed stairways shall have a minimum width of 22 inches.<br>
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Work surfaces and floors are clean and dry? <br><br>29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1)<br>All places of employment, passageways, storerooms, and service rooms shall be kept clean and orderly and in a sanitary condition.<br> <br>1910.22(a)(2)<br>The floor of every workroom shall be maintained in a clean and, so far as possible, a dry condition. Where wet processes are used, drainage shall be maintained, and false floors, platforms, mats, or other dry standing places should be provided where practicable.<br>
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Stored material is piled, stacked, or racked in a manner to prevent tipping, falling, collapsing, rolling, or spreading? <br><br>29 CFR 1926.250(a)(1)<br>All materials stored in tiers shall be stacked, racked, blocked, interlocked, or otherwise secured to prevent sliding, falling or collapse.<br>
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For wheelchair accessibility, aisles are at least 36 inches in width continuously. (Should be no less than 32 inches at any point) <br><br>29 CFR 1910.36(g)(2)<br>An exit access must be at least 28 inches (71.1 cm) wide at all points. Where there is only one exit access leading to an exit or exit discharge, the width of the exit and exit discharge must be at least equal to the width of the exit access.<br><br>ADAAG <br>A15.1.7.2.2 Wheelchair Spaces - Side Entry. Under certain circumstances, a 32-inch clear opening will not provide sufficient width to accommodate a turn into an amusement ride. The amount of clear space needed within the ride, and the size and position of the opening are interrelated. Additional space for maneuvering and a wider door will be needed where a side opening is centered on the ride. For example, where a 42-inch opening is provided, a minimum clear space of 60 inches in length and 36 inches in depth is needed (see Fig. A9). This is necessary to ensure adequate space for maneuvering. For additional guidance refer to Figure 3 (Wheelchair Turning Space) and Figure 4 (Minimum Clear Floor Space for Wheelchairs) on minimum space requirements.<br>
Electrical
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Extension cords are used only for temporary services? (No more than 90 days and cords should be taped down) <br><br>29 CFR 1926.416(e)(2)<br>Extension cords shall not be fastened with staples, hung from nails, or suspended by wire.<br><br>29 CFR 1910.305(a)(2)<br>Temporary wiring. Except as specifically modified in this paragraph, all other requirements of this subpart for permanent wiring shall also apply to temporary wiring installations.<br> 1910.305(a)(2)(i)<br>Temporary electrical power and lighting installations of 600 volts, nominal, or less may be used only as follows:<br> 1910.305(a)(2)(i)(A)<br>During and for remodeling, maintenance, or repair of buildings, structures, or equipment, and similar activities;<br> 1910.305(a)(2)(i)(B)<br>For a period not to exceed 90 days for Christmas decorative lighting, carnivals, and similar purposes; or<br> 1910.305(a)(2)(i)(C)<br>For experimental or development work, and during emergencies.<br> 1910.305(a)(2)(ii)<br>Temporary wiring shall be removed immediately upon completion of the project or purpose for which the wiring was installed.<br><br><br>
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A 30 inch clearance is maintained around electrical panels?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.303(g)(1)(i)(B)<br>The width of working space in front of the electric equipment shall be the width of the equipment or 762 mm (30 in.), whichever is greater. In all cases, the working space shall permit at least a 90-degree opening of equipment doors or hinged panels; and<br> 1910.303(g)(1)(i)(C)<br>The work space shall be clear and extend from the grade, floor, or platform to the height required by paragraph (g)(1)(vi) of this section. However, other equipment associated with the electrical installation and located above or below the electric equipment may extend not more than 153 mm (6 in.) beyond the front of the electric equipment.
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Exterior lights are functioning?<br><br>29 CFR 1915.82(a)(1)<br>The employer shall ensure that each work area and walkway is adequately lighted whenever an employee is present.
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Power strips, surge protectors, and extension cords are not "daisy chained"?<br><br>
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Are electrical boxes clearly marked to indicate the purpose of each circuit breaker?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.303(f)(5)(i)<br>Where circuit breakers or fuses are applied in compliance with the series combination ratings marked on the equipment by the manufacturer, the equipment enclosures shall be legibly marked in the field to indicate that the equipment has been applied with a series combination rating.
Documentation
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Tests and inspections on emergency light sources are completed and documented? <br><br>29 CFR 1910.37(a)(4)<br>Safeguards designed to protect employees during an emergency (e.g., sprinkler systems, alarm systems, fire doors, exit lighting) must be in proper working order at all times.<br><br>29 CFR 1910.37(a)(4)<br>Safeguards designed to protect employees during an emergency (e.g., sprinkler systems, alarm systems, fire doors, exit lighting) must be in proper working order at all times.
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Emergency evacuation plans are posted throughout the facility, include "You Are Here" designations, and are color coded according to different emergency plans?<br><br>29 CFR 1910.38(b)<br>Written and oral emergency action plans. An emergency action plan must be in writing, kept in the workplace, and available to employees for review. However, an employer with 10 or fewer employees may communicate the plan orally to employees.
