Monthly Safety & Housekeeping Inspection Checklist

• Site conducted

  Select

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

GENERAL FACILITY

• Aisles and floors free of slip and trip hazards<br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Corners, out-of-way places clean and orderly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Work places, tables, and benches clean and orderly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Desks, files, supervisor's areas, office neat

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Wash rooms and fountains clean and sanitary, disposal containers adequate

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hand soap or other cleaning agent and warm water provided

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hand towels or some other means of drying hands available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Restroom has sanitary toilet seat cover and adequate toilet paper

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sidewalks and parking lots in good condition (walking surface, holes, ice)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Employee break areas clean and orderly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Require Safety Communication Postings

• Company Health and Safety Policy current and posted? ( IIPP)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are regulatory posters current and posted (WCB/WSIB, OHS)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Company H&S documentation posted (Newsletter, etc)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• CA Locations - Prop 65 Warning Accurate and posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Site Map with Evacuation and Rally Point posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency Contacts and Emergency Services/Response posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Bench Grinder Operating Instructions posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Forklift Operating Instructions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety data sheets up to date & available to employees (post phone number, website to access)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hazardous materials properly labeled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Piping systems labeled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety Rules / Code of Safe Practices posted and enforced

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hazard Communication Program current and accessible to employees

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention, Emergencies and Exits

• Exits and aisles leading to exits visible, clearly marked, kept clean and with a pathway of at least 28 inches wide

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Non-exits properly labeled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exit signs illuminated and tested

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extinguishers provided and checked Monthly, training conducted with all persons expected to use extinguishers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Accessibility of fire extinguishers ( easily accessible and identified )

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hoses, sprinkler heads and valves unobstructed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The minimum vertical clearance between automatic sprinklers & material below at least 18 inches

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Flammable liquids stored in approved safety can/cabinet, with self closing doors/ lids

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No oxidizing materials stored in Flammable liquids cabinet

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Test emergency lighting equipment as required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Test fire/security detection/protection devices as required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire doors kept closed at all times. ( most office doors are designated as fire doors)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• "No Smoking" signs posted in required areas

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No Smoking rules/regulations enforced

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency valves / switches clearly marked and accessible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Lights and Ventilation

• General lighting adequate and working properly. Fluorescent tubes have protective sleeves

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Task lighting adequate

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ventilation system adequate and working properly.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency lighting in place and working.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Air recirculating systems inspected on a regular basis

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Walking and Working Surfaces

• Floor openings and platforms or workstations 48 inches or higher guarded by a cover, a guardrail (top rails must be a minimum of 42" with a mid-rail. 4" toe boards must be in place if potential for falling objects)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Grates or covers over floor openings such as floor drains, secured

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Step risers on stairs uniform from top to bottom

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are steps on stairs and stairways provided with a surface that renders slip resistant? Handrails provided?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Aisles, stairs and passageways kept clear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Aisles clearly marked for pedestrian traffic

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Wet surfaces cleaned up or covered with non-slip materials

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Mirrors used at intersections/ warehouse and adjusted properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Changes of direction or elevations readily identifiable (painted yellow - example)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Mezzanines marked with rating and not overweight

  Yes

  No

  N/A

First Aid

• Emergency eye washes and showers properly located, identified, inspected, (with tag) unobstructed, and training conducted.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sufficient water pressure to eye wash and showers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First aid cabinets well stocked, clean & accessible, no items have expired use dates

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Bloodborne pathogens kits available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First aid providers names/certificates posted - MRO Letter required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Medical waste container available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Trash Receptacles

• Trash receptacles provided and used

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Trash receptacles emptied regularly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical

• Electrical boxes provided with required covers ( all open spaces are have block outs)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Temporary wiring in safe condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Temporary wiring only used on temporary projects

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Permanent wiring in safe condition No open or exposed plugs or wires, all wires are protected from abrasion.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical panels closed when not being accessed .

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical rooms are kept locked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical panels unobstructed must be clear for 30" wide and 36" to the front

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All disconnects must be clearly labeled, and legible.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Power tools grounded or double insulated ( 3 prong )

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All electrical outlets marked for Voltage ( Over 110 Volts )

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Yard

• Are spill kits readily available (training conducted and procedures posted)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yard is clean; rack aisles clear, free from debris etc

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yard lights are working

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fencing is in good condition and free from debris

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Propane exchange area has appropriate PPE ( cryogenic gloves and apron, face shield, safety goggles)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Propane exchange and fueling area has protocol posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Ladders and Elevated Platforms

• Are portable ladders numbered and in good condition with slip proof feet and no cracks, paint or splinters on the rungs (inspected and steamed cleaned monthly)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fixed metal ladders painted or treated to resist corrosion & rusting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the fixed ladder's clearance distance at least 36 inches between the nearest permanent object and the centerline of the rungs

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the fixed ladder's clearance distance at least 7 inches between the backside of the ladder from the center of the rung to the nearest permanent object

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the ladder extend 3.5 feet above the parapet or landing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Elevated platforms (over 4 feet high) equipped with 42" railing, intermediate railing and toe boards

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Head clearance (7' or more) provided from the floor to the ceiling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipment & Housekeeping

• Safety glasses with approved side shields (meeting Z87.1 )

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Proper safety boots worn (CSA approved)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Chemical resistant gloves worn where appropriate

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hearing protection properly used (when required and training conducted)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hearing protection dispensers appropriately positioned (free from contamination?) 3 different styles available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Bloodborne pathogens equipment available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are respirators clean, properly stored, and respirator program in effect

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Face shield properly used and appropriate for the task?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are closed containers provided for soiled rag disposal and emptied daily?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are unused portions of pits / loading docks and pits / loading docks not actually in use either covered or protected by guardrails or equivalent.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other (Personal Protective Equipment)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Cranes, Hoists, & Slings

• Is the rated load of the crane, hoist and sling (for each type of hitch) plainly marked on each component.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all functional operating mechanisms checked on a daily basis for maladjustment that could interfere with proper operation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are lines, tanks, valves, drain pumps and other parts of the air or hydraulic system inspected daily

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does rope reeving comply with manufacturer's recommendations

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a Chain, Sling and Hoist inspection program implemented

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cranes used only by designated personnel in accordance with their rated load and operation specifications with brakes tested each time a load approaching the rated limit is handled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is each sling in use free from excessive wear or defects and securely attached to their load when in use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• is training conducted at least annually

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is annual certification being conducted on hoists, cranes rated over 2 tons

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The overhead hoist has a warning device for each crane equipped with a power traveling mechanism

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical and Fire Safety

• Are combustible liquids (fuels, lubes, solvents, paints etc.) stored in non-combustible cabinets with self-closing doors.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are flammable liquids contained in approved safety cans and (except aerosol cans) stored in a fire resistant cabinet

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are Class 1 liquids dispensed into containers after the nozzle and container are electrically grounded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are electrical circuit breakers (and fuel pump switches) identified and labeled and are outlet boxes in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do electrical cords, extension cords, and trouble lights have approved 3-wire ground type and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is pressure washer in good working order (hoses, vent and fuel lines)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is "Eye Protection Required" sign posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are overhead doors and controls in good working order

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Welding, Cutting, Burning, Brazing

• Fire precautions being used (extinguisher nearby)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Personal protective equipment used

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrodes removed/gas valves closed when not used

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Welding curtains used

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Welder cables, clamps and guards in good condition and are torch hoes, regulators and valves equipped with anti-flash back valves

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• "Hot Work Permits" used or is welding conducted in designated areas, at least 35 feet from combustible materials, spray painting, etc.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire watch employee(s) required whenever welding or cutting is performed in location where other than a minor fire might develop, and the fire watch maintained for at least 1/2 hour after completion.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Compressed gas cylinders stored and secured properly (double chained and protected from any heat source)(sunlight)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Compressed Gas Cylinders

• Cylinders legibly marked and labeled to clearly identify the gas contained

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Oxygen or Argon & acetylene tanks stored properly and secured, separated by 20 feet or with a 5 foot high fire resistant wall between oxygen and fuels

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cylinders stored in areas that are protected from heat and flame and located at least 25 feet from electrical equipment and people and at least 20 feet from flammable liquids or combustible materials

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cylinders transported in a manner to prevent then from creating a hazard by falling or rolling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All valves are closed off before a cylinder is moved, when the cylinder is empty, and at the completion of each job and are valve protectors used when cylinders are not in use.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Machine Guarding

• Are saws equipped with anti-kick back devices and spreaders

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are radial arm saws so arranged that the cutting head will gently return to the back of the table when released

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Power machines, shears, grinders, saws, drill presses etc properly anchored and guarded with "Eye Protection" signs posted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do fixed grinders have side guards that cover the spindle, nut, and flange and 75% of the wheel diameter, a tool rest adjusted to within 1/8" and a tongue guard adjusted to within 1/4" of wheel

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Before new abrasive wheels are mounted, are they visually inspected and ring tested

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are splash guards mounted on grinders

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hand Tools, Power Operated Tools & Equipment

• Are all tools and equipment in good condition and used with the correct shield or guard or attachment recommended by the manufacturer <br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are appropriate handles used on files and similar tools

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tool cutting edges kept sharp so the tool will move smoothly without binding or skipping

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are rotating or moving parts of equipment guarded to prevent physical contact

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all cord connected, electrically operated tools and equipment effectively grounded or of the approved double insulated type

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ground fault circuit interrupters provided on all temporary electrical 15 and 20 amperes circuits, used during periods of construction

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are pneumatic and hydraulic hoses on power operated tools checked regularly for deterioration or damage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all air hose ends have restraining devices on the quick release side? ( not applicable on hose reels )

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all air outlets regulated at proper PSI for tool being use (usually 90 PSI or Less)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all personnel using Pneumatic tools been trained on regulator use.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Material Handling and Storage

• Where mechanical handling equipment is used, are there sufficient safe clearance allowed for aisles, at loading docks, through doorways and wherever a turn or passage must be made (doorways must be marked for height)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the aisles-ways and passageways kept clean and in good repair and are there no obstructions across aisle-ways that could create a hazard.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage of material does create a hazard - stacked, blocked, interlocked and limited in height to ensure they are stable and secured against sliding or collapse - Verify all floor stacking and rack stacking pallet condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are storage areas kept free from accumulation of materials that constitute hazards from tripping, fire, explosion or harborage of pests

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Powered Industrial Trucks

• All nameplates and markings in place and legible on powered industrial trucks and visible from the driver's seat.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Industrial trucks kept in a clean condition, free of lint, excess oil/grease

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is directional lighting provided on each industrial truck

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does each industrial truck have a warning horn or other device that can be clearly heard above the normal noise in the areas where operated

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does each industrial truck have a reverse signal alarm audible above the surrounding noise level

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the brakes on each industrial truck capable of bringing the vehicle to a complete and safe stop when fully loaded and does the parking brake effectively prevent the vehicle from moving when unattended

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are industrial trucks when found to be in need of repair, defective or in any way unsafe taken out of service and repaired by an authorized mechanic using replacement parts and handling clean, free from combustibles

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fuels storage and handling clean, free from combustibles and cigarette butts and is there always metal contact between the container and the fuel tank and are fuel tank caps replaced and secured before starting the engine

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are precautions taken to prevent open flames, sparks or electric arcs in battery charging areas

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• front Guard in place to prevent operator from pinch point? Not welded to overhead guard.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are industrial trucks with internal combustion engines, operated in buildings or enclosed areas, carefully checked to ensure such operations do not cause harmful concentrations of dangerous gases or fumes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are industrial trucks driven by authorized personnel only

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do personnel stay clear of the elevated portion of the trucks whether loaded or empty

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are DEI (Daily Equipment Inspections) conducted each day on each piece of equipment prior to operation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are industrial trucks left in an "off" position when unattended or when the operator is more than 25 feet from the vehicle

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are loads only handled within the rated capacity of the truck and is the backrest extension used when necessary to stabilize the load

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are industrial trucks operated at safe speeds and stopped with the horn sounded at across aisles and other locations where vision is obstructed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the brakes of highway trucks set and wheel chocks placed under the rear wheels while trucks are boarded with industrial trucks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Forklift extenders do not exceed 1.5 times the length of the forks and must be able to support an evenly distributed load of three times its rated capacity. And the rated load center equals 50% of the fork extension’s load supporting length

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fixed jacks used to support a semi trailer during loading and unloading when the trailer is not coupled to a tractor and wheels chocked.

  Yes

  No

  N/A