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Document No.
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Audit Title
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Client / Site
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
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Personnel
Section A.1 Walking/Working Surfaces
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A.1 All interior walkways are properly identified and kept clear.
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A.2 All exterior walkways are cleared and in good repair.
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A.3 All floor holes, floor openings, hatchways, manholes, wall openings, and skylights are properly guarded.
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A.4 Non-slip mats, gratings, false floors, and other like materials are used in areas where slipping is a danger.
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A.5 All mats, gratings, etc., are in good repair.
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A.6 All railings and toe boards meet specifications and are in good repair.
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A.7 All open sided floors, platforms and runways four feet or more above ground or floor level are properly guarded with toe boards installed.
Section B. Illumination
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B.1 All lighting in work and storage areas is adequate and in good repair.
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B.2 All lighting in non work areas (drives, passageways, exits, parking lots, shop perimeter, etc.) is adequate and in good repair.
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B.3 Emergency lighting and exit signs are routinely checked and properly maintained.
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B.4 All temporary lighting are checked for adequacy, capacity, and proper guarding.
Section C.1 Stairs and Stairways
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C.1 All stairways are clear of waste/stored materials, adequately illuminated, and have handrails and/or guardrails. Treads and risers are in good repair with non slip surfaces.
Section D. Ladders & Scaffolds
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D.1 All ladders are maintained in good condition. Damaged ladders are removed from service and tagged as such until replaced/repaired.
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D.2 All portable ladders are equipped with safety feet.
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D.3 Precautions are taken to prevent the use of metal ladders where there is a possibility of electrical shock.
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D.6 Chains or self-closing gates in use at top of all FVL's.
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D.4 All fixed vertical ladders (FVL) extend at least 36" above the landing and provide at least 3" toe clearance.
Section E. Life Safety
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E.1 Location and easy accessibility of at least two fire emergency exits (minimum requirement) for each work area, with special attention to high hazard areas (i.e. chemical storage).
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E.2 Each fire emergency exit is properly marked and illuminated.
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E.3 The exit route to and beyond the fire doors must be clear and unobstructed.
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E.4 Fire emergency doors will not be locked from inside. Each is to be equipped with panic or other simple types of release device.
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D.5 All FVL ≥ 20' in length equipped with cage that extend at least 36" above landing and starts not more than 7' from bottom of ladder, OR are equipped with centerline fall protection.
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E.5 First Aid supplies are accessible, kept sanitary and stocked.
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E.6 Site first aid kits contain bloodborne pathogen protective equipment (gloves, etc.).
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E.7 AED's are accessible, have applicable pad, batteries and accessories, kept sanitary and up-to date.
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E.8 Eyewash Stations and Emergency Showers are inspected and tested on a regular basis and are placed according to risk.
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E.9 Emergency Contact information (i.e. fire, ambulance, plant contact list) is located near phones and conspicuously posted.
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E.10 Alarms systems are maintained and inspected on a regular basis.
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E.11 Blanket and stretcher is accessible to all employees.
Section F. Fire Suppressioin
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F.1 All portable fire extinguishers are readily accessible and properly located. Records show servicing is up‑to‑date.
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F.2 All portable fire extinguishers are inspected monthly for condition.
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F.3 Fire suppression has been reviewed for its adaptability to the fire risk presented in the immediate area.
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F.4 Where fire control systems are used, which are a danger in themselves, appropriate warnings are posted.
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F.5 All potential sources of fire and/or explosion from gases, vapors, fumes, dusts, and mists are inspected for fire safety.
Section G. Electrical Wiring, MCC/PLC Rooms and Equipment
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G.1 Clearly identified MCC entrances as DANGER and restricted to authorized persons.
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G.2 Extension cords and other temporary wiring are examined for breaks, fraying, or other defects.
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G.3 Electrical equipment operating between 50 and 600 volts is protected against accidental contact by an approved cabinet or other enclosure.
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G.4 Insulation mats and protective gear are provided in all areas where an employee may be exposed to a shock hazard.
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G.5 Sufficient access and working space is provided and maintained around all electrical equipment including access to disconnecting devices.
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G.6 In battery rooms, provision has been made for diffusion of gases to prevent the accumulation of an explosive mixture.
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G.7 Wall openings into MCC/PLC rooms, through which electrical or control lines pass, are to be adequately sealed for prevention of fire penetration.
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G.8 Extraneous combustible/flammable materials are not stored in MCC/PLC rooms.
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G.9 Disconnects are labeled to show what they control.
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G.10 Methods of release - Rescue hook (or similar) is available and employees have been trained in methods of release.
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G.11 Metering Equipment - Metering equipment is appropriately rated for circuits being tested.7
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G.12 Insulated Tools - Site has at least one set of insulated tools.
Section H. Pressure
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H.1 All piping systems are identified by appropriate coding or markings to show what they contain.
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H.2 Pressure Vessels are inspected as required.
Section I. Housekeeping & Sanitation
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I.1 Outlets for non-potable water are clearly marked to indicate that the water is not for human use or consumption.
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I.2 Receptacles for waste are adequate in design (i.e. metal with lids) and number. They are leak-proof, well maintained, and serviced regularly.
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I.3 Restrooms and locker rooms are kept clean and free from debris. Adequate receptacles with lids for waste are provided and not allowed to overflow.
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I.4 Gender shared toilets shall be equipped with a lock capable of being locked form the inside.
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I.5 The lunch room is adequate in size, clean, well‑maintained, and physically separated from areas offering the risk of exposure to toxic materials.
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I.6 All food is properly stored, refrigerated where appropriate, and handled under acceptable sanitary practices.
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I.8 Microwaves and refrigerators are maintained in sanitary and safe operational condition.
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I.9 Hand washing and shower facilities are kept clean and provided with adequate amounts of soap and hand drying materials.
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I.10 Vending machine areas are maintained in a good sanitary condition and ground tested unless provided with a GFCI connection.
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I.11 There is no accumulation of dust and other product material within the plant.
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I.12 There is no accumulation of water, oil, or process compounds on floor surfaces.
Section J. Material Handling & Storage
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J.1 All slings used in material handling are in good condition with no evidence of excessive wear or visible defects.
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J.2 All wire ropes and wire rope slings are in good condition with no evidence of mechanical damage, bumps, broken strands, or other visible defects.
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J.3 All hooks when in use and originally equipped with safety latches shall be in good working order with the latches in place.
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J.4 Cranes and hoists are in good operating condition, have a regular maintenance schedule, and have no visible defects. Inspection records are properly maintained and proper operating procedures are followed. Load ratings are present. Grade 80 chains are used.
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J.5 Pre-use inspections - Daily pre-use checks by operators.
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J.6 Periodic inspections - Inspections done in accordance with OEM specs or regulatory requirements are conducted and documented.
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J.7 All conveyor systems are in good operating order with no visible defects. There is adequate clearance from aisles and walkways. Stopping devices are adequate in number and location.
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J.8 All material is stored so as to prevent fire or risk of personal injury.
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J.9 All commodities are stored, handled and piled with due regard for their fire characteristics.
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J.10 Outside storage areas are in good condition. Weeds and grass do not obstruct materials or signs.
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J.11 Hoisting and trolley beams are load rated with rating clearly marked for the operator to see.
Section K. Hand & Portable Powered Tools
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K.1 All hand and portable power tools are in good operating condition, are equipped with ground wires, and have no defects in wiring.
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K.2 All portable equipment have necessary guarding devices.
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K.3 All compressed air equipment used for cleaning operations is regulated at 30 p.s.i. or less.
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K.4 Trigger locks are absent on hand held tools.
Section. L Machine GGuarding
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L.1 Pinch points have adequate guarding.
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L.2 Guarding is designed with ergonomics in mind.
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L.3 Autostart systems are identified by signage and have audible or visual alarms to warn employees in the area.
Section M. Hazardous Environment.
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M.1 All dangerous gases, liquids, and other materials are properly labeled and stored.
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M.2 Protective clothing is worn by employees when hazardous materials are being used.
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M.3 All flammable material areas are posted with "No Smoking" signs.
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M.4 All areas where caustics or corrosives are used have been provided with eye fountains and deluge showers.
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M.5 SDS's are available to employees working with hazardous materials.
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M.6 Fuel dispensing areas are properly bermed, have posted "No Smoking" signage and adequate fire suppression.
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M.7 Areas where noise exceeds 85 dBa are marked conspicuously with signage.
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M.8 Confined space labeling - Labels affixed to all confined spaces.
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M.9 Rescue equipment - Does the site have rescue equipment available to facilitate a confined space rescue?
Section N. Personal Protective Equipment
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N.1 Suitable hard hats - Site is using suitable ANSI hardhats that are high-vis color and equipped with high-vis reflective material (e.g. tape, stickers).
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N.2 Suitable foot wear - Site is using suitable ASTM footwear.
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N.3 Suitable eye protection - Site is using suitable ANSI Z87 eye/face protection, including side shields.
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N.4 Suitable Gloves - Site is using suitable gloves based on work requirements.
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N.5 Suitable safety harnesses - Site is using suitable ANSI fall protection equipment.
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N.6 Welding/burning protection -Site is using appropriate welding PPE.
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N.7 Grinding protection - Site has grinding shields for use with fixed and portable grinders.
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N.8 Personal Flotation -USCG approved life jackets are available when the risk of drowning exists. Life jackets must provide maximum protection available based on task being performed.
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N.9 Suitable hearing protection - Hearing protection is readily available and used as required.
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N.10 Suitable respiratory protection -Suitable respiratory protection is available and used as required.
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N.11 High-visibility clothing (e.g. vests, shirts, coveralls) worn by all visitors, vendors and contractors, and employees.
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N.12 Loose clothing, adornments and hair are suitably controlled/confined to prevent entanglement with any machinery or device.
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N.13 First-aid supplies - Site has suitable first aid supplies in clean and sanitary condition.
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N.14 Arc flash protection - Site has available AFP clothing and is fully compliant with arc flash protection.
Section O. Mobile Equipment & Traffic Management
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O.1 Mobile equipment inspections are conducted prior to use.
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O.2 Brake tests are conducted for all mobile equipment as defined by the OEM.
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O.3 Operators manuals are present on all mobile equipment.
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O.4 Seat belts on loaders and haul trucks are J386.
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O.5 All mobile equipment is equipped with lights, horns, reverse warning devices.
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O.6 Wheel chocks provided for vehicles that are on, or have the potential to be on, mine property.
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O.7 What is the general condition of mobile equipment for cleanliness and mechanical condition?
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0.8 All roadways with two-way traffic are maintained with sufficient width to allow two largest vehicles to pass.
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O.9 Speed limits and other road marking signs are posted and enforced.
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O.10 Demarcated pedestrian walkways with physical barriers everywhere possible.
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O.11 Designated parking zones established for different mobile equipment.
Section P. Hot Work
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P.1 Welding operations are screened to prevent flash injuries.
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P.2 Proper eye protection is being worn for the work being done.
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P.3 All compressed gases are stored and used according to standards including valve protection, chains and stored with valves in off position.
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P.4 Extra fire extinguishers are present for welding operations.
Section Q. Railroad Operations and Equipment
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Q.1 Site has an appropriate number of wheel chocks and they are deployed close to the rail loading area.
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Q.2 Trackmobiles are equipped with air brakes and are maintained functional at all times.
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Q.3 Rail loading/unloading operations are equipped with fall protection equipment where required.
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Q.4 Appropriate signage is posted at plant controlled crossings notifying of rail hazards.
Section R. Stockpile Operations
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R.1 Appropriate signage for drawdown stockpiles is present and visible.
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R.3 Dump point grade - Dump points are to have a slight uphill grade and be level side to side.
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R.2 Dump point inspection - Dump points are inspected by Plant Manager (or designee) prior to start of dumping.
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R.4 Drawdown stockpiles (covered) - Drawdown covered stockpiles where mobile equipment is used shall have overhead indicators of draw points.
Section S. Mining Operations and Equipment
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S.1 Elevated roadways have adequate berms where required to mid-axle height of the largest vehicle that traverses the roadway.
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S.2 Haulageways are maintained in good condition.
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S.3 Mine signage is appropriate for conditions and operations.
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S.4 Highwalls are appropriately sloped and/or scaled to remove loose/hanging materials or bermed to prevent access.
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S.5 Floor conditions in the active face are acceptable for operations.
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S.6 Dump points are sloped appropriately.
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S.7 Sanitation facilities are provided and accessible where required.
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S.8 Benches are adequately marked for safety regarding blasting/loading operations.
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S.9 Dust control measures are adequate during haulage operations.
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S.10 Blasting safety measures are in place and understood by all affected parties.
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S.11 What is the general condition of material transfer equipment? (i.e. conveyor, crusher systems etc.)
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