Motor Pool Safety Audit

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MOTOR POOL SAFETY AUDIT

I. GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE

A. Electrical

• 1. Are the lighting circuits properly wired and do they have adequate<br>fuses and circuit breakers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Is all permanent wiring in approved conduit and free of "juryrigging" such as extension cords in place of proper electrical cabling?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Are the high amperage circuits which provide power to battery<br>chargers, heavy duty fans and ventilators, etc. properly wired and do<br>they have adequate fuses and circuit breakers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Does the supervisor enforce a "Lockout/Tagout" policy for electrical<br>machinery repair?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5. Is all electrical equipment effectively grounded IAW NFPA 70<br>(National Electrical Code)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

B. Chemical (Asphyxiants)

• 1. Are the administrative and general areas free of high levels of carbon<br>monoxide? Carbon monoxide Time Weighted Average (TWA) is<br>listed in Table 1.1.1.<br><br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

C. Chemical (General)

• 1. Does the motor pool have a current file of Material Safety Data Sheets<br>(MSDS) for all hazardous materials used in the motor pool? Are they<br>available to the employees, and do they understand them?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

D. Ignition Sources

• 1. Is the wiring and are electrical devices checked to ensure they do not<br>arc excessively nor overheat and produce ignition sources?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Does the supervisor enforce "No Smoking" requirements?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Are there other ignition sources such as portable heaters, dryers,<br>coffee pots, hot plates, etc. and are they properly controlled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. In the repair area are all electrical ignition sources at least 46 Cm<br>(18") above the floor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5. Are all electrical switches in the maintenance area "explosion proof"?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

E. Mass

• 1. Are file cabinets, book cases, and other document storage areas<br>properly secured?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

F. Rotating Equipment

• 1. Are fans or any other moving/rotating equipment less than 2.13<br>meters (7 feet) above the floor properly guarded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Does the supervisor instruct personnel that loose clothing, ties, long<br>hair, and jewelry may catch in moving machinery? Are such items<br>prohibited?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Are running machines attended at all times?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Is there adequate space around each machine or lift to allow the<br>operator to conduct necessary maintenance work without danger?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5. Are all drive belts and other exposed rotating equipment properly<br>guarded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6. Is there a "Lockout/Tagout" program in place to ensure safe<br>maintenance of motor pool equipment and powered machinery?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

G. Noise

• 1. Does steady state noise in the administrative area exceed the limits in<br>Table 1.1.1 (85 dBa).

  Yes

  No

  N/A

H. Earthquake

• 1. If the area is subject to earthquakes, is there a disaster plan for the<br>warehouse and has it been exercised in the past year?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

I. High Wind, Tornado

• 1. If the area is subject to high winds, hurricanes, or tornadoes, is there<br>a disaster plan for the warehouse and has it been exercised in the<br>past year?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

J. Flooding

• 1. If the area is subject to flooding, is there a disaster plan for the<br>warehouse and has it been exercised in the past year?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

K. Static Electricity

• 1. If the location is subject to lightning, is the building properly<br>protected against lightning strikes or secondary ground surges?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. If the location is subject to a high buildup of static electricity, is there<br>an SOP for control of static electricity, particularly where flammable<br>materials are used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

L. Personnel

• 1. Does the supervisor ensure that all employees know and adhere to<br>safety requirements in the motor pool operation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Are noise sources controlled to the point that noise does not interfere<br>with warning signals in the motor pool?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Does the supervisor ensure that employees only use machines for<br>which they are qualified?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Does the supervisor ensure that PPE is used properly and that<br>employees are not to take "short cuts"?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5. Are the proper warning/caution signs posted where the employees<br>can see them?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6. Is the lighting adequate in all the work areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7. Are bilingual "NO SMOKING" signs posted and is the policy<br>enforced?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8. Does the supervisor ensure that high housekeeping standards are<br>maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

M. Fire Protection

• 1. Is good housekeeping practiced at all times? Is the trash, and<br>especially flammable or combustible trash, taken out every night?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Are oily or greasy rags placed into a metallic covered container?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Does the supervisor have a current emergency and evacuation plan?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Does the motor pool have working fire detection system? Is it<br>regularly maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5. Does the motor pool have the required number and types of fire<br>extinguishers and are they properly located? Have the employees<br>been trained in the proper use of the fire extinguishers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6. Have there been any changes in operations, or procedures which<br>would require re-positioning of the present fire extinguishers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

II. GENERAL MAINTENANCE AREA

A. Chemicals

• 1. Are flammables and combustibles limited to small amounts needed<br>in the immediate area and are they stored in approved UL/FM<br>flammable liquids storage cabinets?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Are asphyxiants, primarily carbon monoxide levels maintained<br>below the 8 hour TWA, listed in Table 1.1.1, particularly during<br>periods of inclement weather?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Does the shop manager control asbestos levels, particularly in repair<br>to brakes and clutches, in accordance with Appendix 1 in Chapter 1.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Are the mechanics aware of the nature of the asbestos threat?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5. Does the shop manager prohibit the use of low pressure air to clean<br>brake assemblies?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6. Are hazardous wastes disposed of in accordance with U.S. or host<br>country regulations, whichever is more stringent?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

B. Ignition Sources

• 1. Are there any wall outlets or other connections within 46 Cm (18") of<br>the floor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Are there any motors or other potential arc producing electrical<br>equipment used or stored within 46 Cm (18") of the floor? These<br>could serve as an ignition source in the event of a gasoline spill in the<br>motor pool maintenance area.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Are there any hot plates, coffee pots, or other small personal<br>appliances in the work area which could serve as an ignition source?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. If there is a maintenance pit with lighting, are the fixtures "explosion<br>proof" IAW the NFPA 70, Article 511

  Yes

  No

  N/A

C . Mass (Jacking/Lifting)

• 1. Are vehicles properly positioned on lifts and are they checked prior<br>to lift operation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Are the proper capacity jacks used and are they the proper jack in<br>capacity and design to lift the vehicle?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. When using jacks, are jack stands used to ensure the stability of the<br>vehicles which have been lifted on jacks, prior to working on the<br>vehicle?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

E. Moving Vehicles

• 1. If there is a maintenance pit, does it have a cover to keep people from<br>falling into it?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

E. Moving Vehicles

• 1. Does the motor pool manager ensure that personnel working are<br>warned of moving vehicles either by a back-up horn or other suitable<br>devices when vehicles are being moved about in the shop?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. When maneuvering in close quarters, especially backing, are backers<br>or guides used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. When being serviced are the vehicles locked, placed in gear, or<br>chocked to prevent movement?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Are vehicle ignition keys controlled to ensure that the vehicle is not<br>started inadvertently while someone is working on it?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

F. High Pressures

• 1. Are the compressor, air storage tank, manifolds, and airlines<br>inspected regularly to ensure the integrity of the system?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Has the air system been "stepped down" to provide low pressure air<br>for air driven tools, etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Are the air driven tools (impact wrenches, for example) inspected<br>regularly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Are the hydraulic lifts inspected and tested according to the<br>manufacturer's or local government's requirements?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5. Are the hydraulic jacks inspected in accordance with the<br>manufacturer's or local government's requirements?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6. Are bottles of compressed gases, such as freon, properly stowed and<br>secured? Are the valves protected with a cap.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

III. WELDING

A. Electrical

• 1. Is all permanent wiring in approved conduit and free of "juryrigging" such as extension cords in place of proper electrical cabling?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Are the high amperage circuits which provide power to the electric<br>arc welder and other high power machines properly wired and do<br>they have adequate fuses and circuit breakers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Are equipment "On-Off" switches color coded (STOP – Red, RUN –<br>Black, Green, or other approved color).

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Can the welder reach the emergency shut off easily?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5. Does the supervisor enforce a "Lockout/Tagout" policy for repair?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6. Is all electrical equipment effectively grounded IAW NFPA 70<br>(National Electrical Code)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7. Is the grounded side of the electric welding circuit always attached to<br>the part being welded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

B. Chemical

• 1. Are the welders familiar with the fluxes, types of welding rods, and<br>other hazardous materials used in welding? Do they have MSDS<br>sheets for these materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. When welding brazing, or similar activity generates toxic fumes and<br>gases, is the ventilation adequate to ensure that the fumes do not<br>exceed the material's TWA, listed in Table 1.1.1.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Is there sufficient make-up air to ensure that TWA's are not<br>exceeded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

C . Radiation

• 1. Does the supervisor ensure that proper PPE, including the proper<br>shade of glass is used in any welding/cutting/ brazing or similar<br>operation.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Are screens provided to protect those outside the welding areas from<br>UV/IR radiation from either gas or electric welding?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Is the welding area free of ordinary combustibles?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

D. Projectiles

• 1. Are protective caps on compressed gas cylinders in place when in<br>storage, in transit, or other time when a regulator is not attached to<br>the cylinder?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Are the cylinders stored upright, fastened to prevent upset, kept<br>separate by type, free from external damage and free from<br>temperature extremes, particularly high temperatures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Are cylinders checked for leaks, corrosion, current test date, and<br>evidence of physical damage before accepting the cylinders?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Are cylinder valves closed by hand only?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5. Is there an SOP (Standing Operating Procedure) for handling<br>problem gas cylinders?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6. Is there a schedule for maintenance of air receivers of air compressor<br>tanks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7. Do the cylinders meet either DOT and local specifications (if local<br>requirements are more stringent use these)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yes

  No

  N/A

IV. BATTERY CHARGING

A. Electrical

• 1. Are the cables, converters, chargers, and allied electrical equipment<br>properly wired and fused?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Is all permanent wiring in approved conduit and free of "juryrigging" such as extension cords in place of proper electrical cabling?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Are the high amperage circuits which provide power to battery<br>charger, properly wired and do they have adequate fuses and circuit<br>breakers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Is battery charging only done in the designated area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5. Are equipment "On-Off" switches color coded (STOP – Red, RUN –<br>Black, Green, or other approved color)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6. Can a machine operator reach the emergency shut off easily?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7. Does the supervisor enforce a "Lockout/Tagout" policy for electrical<br>machinery repair?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8. Is all electrical equipment effectively grounded IAW NFPA 70<br>(National Electrical Code)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

B. Chemical

• 1. Is the battery charging area properly ventilated to ensure that there is<br>no dangerous buildup of hydrogen gas from off-gassing batteries?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Is there an eye wash station in or near to the battery charging area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Do warehouse personnel know the procedures for the cleanup of any<br>hazardous material spill?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

V. TIRE REPAIR

A. Projectiles

• 1. Does the tire repair area have a tire restraining cage for handling<br>multi-piece and single piece rim-tire combina-tions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Is the cage firmly anchored to the floor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3. Is the cage free of cracks and signs of corrosion in the structure and<br>the anchor bolts?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4. Is the control on the airline far enough away that the operator can<br>inflate the tire in the cage and still not be in the trajectory should the<br>wheel assembly come apart?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5. Does the airline have a gauge at the control?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6. Does the supervisor ensure that tire changers are properly trained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7. Is "Demounting and Mounting Procedures for Truck/Bus Tires"<br>posted in the tire changing area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• I certify that all the information listed in the above report are correct and true.

• Ariel Mariano, A/POSHO

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• Gus Kosmas, POSHO

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