Information
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Audit Title (Format - Project Name Date "mmddyy" - Observation Number "e.g. Mesa Substation Project 011021-01")
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Document No.
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Client (contractor you are observing)
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
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Personnel (construction group observing "example - foundation crew")
1. Aerial/ Boom Lifts
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1.1. Aerial Lifts inspected prior to use/ documented? 1926.453(b)(2)(i)
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1.2. Operator(s) trained and/ or authorized? 1926.453(b)(2)(ii)
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1.3. Workers not tied off to adjacent structure/ equipment? 1926.453(b)(2)(iii)
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1.4. Both feet on floor of basket? 1926.453(b)(2)(iv)
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1.5. Workers tied off to approved anchorage point in basket? 1926.453(b)(2)(v)
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1.6. Boom/ basket load limits not exceeded? 1926.453(b)(2)(vi)
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1.7. Aerial lift stationary when elevated? 1926.453(b)(2)(viii)
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1.8. Aerial lift controls clearly marked/ identified? 1926.453(b)(2)(ix)
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1.9. Access gate/ opening closed when working in lift? (ANSI/ SIA A92.5)
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1.10. Operated on level surface per equipment specifications? (ANSI/ SIA A92.5)
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1.11. Outriggers (when available) utilized as needed? (ANSI/ SIA A92.5)
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1.12. Work platform kept reasonably clear of debris? (ANSI/ SIA A92.5)
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1.13. Are boom lifts operated within the wind speed service limit? (ANSI/ SIA A92.5)
2. Cranes
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2.1. Ground conditions adequate to support crane? 1926.1402 (b)
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2.2. Outriggers or stabilizers fully extended/ properly deployed? 1926.1404(q)(1)
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2.3. Blocking material sufficient to sustain loads/ maintain stability? 1926.1404(q)(5)(i)
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2.4. Blocking placed directly under float/ pad? 1926.1404(q)(5)(ii)
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2.5. Power line safety requirements followed? 1926.1407-.1411
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2.6. Visual inspection by competent person completed each shift? 1926.1412(d)
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2.7. Required safety devices installed/ maintained? 1926.1415(a)
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2.8. Required operational aides installed/ maintained? 1926.1416(a)
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2.9. Crane operated per manufacturer requirements? 1926.1417
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2.10. Crane load capacities/ operator manual kept in cab? 1926.1417(c)
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2.11. Adequate communication between signal person and operator? 1926.1419(e)
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2.12. Hand signal chart available? 1926.1422
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2.13. Radius guard installed on crane? 1926.1424(a)
3. Mechanized Equipment
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3.1. Blades/ buckets/ dump bodies lowered or blocked when not in use? 1926.600(a)(3)(i)
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3.2. Windshields in good condition/ no cracks? 1926.601(b)(5)
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3.3. No passengers allowed on single-operator equipment? 1926.601(b)(8)
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3.4. Equipment in good condition/ no obvious defects? 1926.601(b)(14)
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3.5. Seat belts on earth-moving equipment w/ Roll Over Protective Structures? (excluding Excavators) 1926.602(a)(2)(i)
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3.6. Operator(s) competent/ familiar with equipment controls? 1926.20(b)(4)
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3.7. Seat belts worn on equipment with Roll Over Protective Structures? 1926.28(a)
4. Forklift Operations
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4.1. All markings, warning decals, and nameplates in a legible condition? 1910.178(a)(6)
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4.2. Operator(s) trained and authorized to run equipment? 1910.178(l)(1)(i)
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4.3. No person shall be allowed to stand or pass under the elevated portion of any truck, whether loaded or empty. 1910.178(m)(2)
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4.4. Ascending or descending grades in excess of 10 percent with load upgrade? 1910.178(n)(7)(i)
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4.5. Engine shut down when fueling equipment? 1910.178(p)(2)
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4.6. Equipment properly maintained and in good working condition? 1910.178(q)
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4.7. Seat belts worn on equipment with Roll Over Protective Structures? 1926.28(a)
5. Concrete/ Masonry
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5.1. Rebar guarded to eliminate impalement hazard? 1926.701(b)
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5.2. Workers avoid working under buckets? 1926.701(e)(1)&(2)
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5.3. Troweling machines equipped with auto shut-off? 1926.702(c)
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5.4. Handles on concrete buggy within wheel width? 1926.702(d)
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5.5. Connectors used to secure pressurized air hoses? 1926.702(e)(2)
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5.6. Safety latches prevent accidental dumping of buckets? 1926.702(f)(1)
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5.7. Bull float handles non-conductive or insulated? 1926.702(h)
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5.8. Masonry saw blades guarded? 1926.702(i)(1)
6. Electrical Safety
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6.1. Flexible cords not daisy-chained? 1926.403(b)
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6.2. Breakers/ switches legibly marked to indicate purpose? 1926.403(h)
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6.3. Signs posted restricting access to locations w/ exposed live parts? 1926.403(i)(2)(iii)
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6.4. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) used for temporary power connections? 1926.404(b)(l)(ii)
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6.5. Ground pin attached to electrical cords? 1926.404(f)(6)
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6.6. Light bulbs protected from accidental breakage? 1926.405(a)(2)(ii)(E)
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6.7. Temporary lights not suspended by electric cords? 1926.405(a)(2)(ii)(F)
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6.8. Employees avoid working near unprotected energized circuits? 1926.416(a)(1)
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6.9. All sockets in temporary lighting have bulbs? 1926.416(a)(1)
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6.10. Cords protected/ kept clear of work areas or walkways? 1926.416(b)(2)
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6.11. Flexible cords maintained in good condition? 1926.416(e)(1)
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6.12. De-energized circuits locked or tagged out? 1926.417(b)
7. Fall Protection
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7.1. Fall protection provided when working above 6 feet? 1926.501(b)(1)
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7.2. Worker utilize Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) as required? 1926.501(b)(1)
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7.3. Steps taken and adequate to prevent falls thru holes? 1926.501(b)(4)(i)&(ii)
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7.4. Steps taken to prevent falling object hazards? 1926.501(c)
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7.5. Guardrails installed, maintained, and compliant? 1926.502(b)
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7.6. Top and mid-rail in place and proper height? 1926.502(b)
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7.7. Guardrails able to withstand 200 lb. force? 1926.502(b)(3)
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7.8. Access to hoisting area adequately guarded? 1926.502(b)(10)
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7.9. Suitable anchorage provided/ used? 1926.502(d)(15)
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7.10. Shock absorbing lanyard or other mechanisms utilized to limit the maximum arresting force exerted on an employee to under 1,800 pounds? 1926.502(d)(16)(ii)
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7.11. Personal Fall Arrest (PFA) rigged to prevent contact with lower surface? 1926.502(d)(16)(iii)
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7.12. PFA rigged to limit free fall to no more than 6 ft? 1926.502(d)(16)(iii)
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7.13. Harness inspected/ maintained in good condition? 1926.502(d)(21)
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7.14. Lanyards inspected, maintained, specification tag intact and legible? 1926.502(d)(21)
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7.15. PFA not attached to guardrail system? 1926.502(d)(23)
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7.16. Warning line flagged and suspended at proper height? 1926.502(f)(2)(i)&(ii)
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7.17. Control line 6 ft. from leading edge when erecting precast? 1926.502(g)(1)(ii)
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7.18. Floor hole covers secured, substantial, and marked? 1926.502(i)(2)-(4)
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7.19. Toeboards erected to prevent falling objects? 1926.502(j)(1)-(4)
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7.20. Workers trained on recognizing/ minimizing fall hazards? 1926.503(a)
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7.21. Fall Protection training certified/ documented? 1926.503(b)
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7.22. Harnesses worn/ fitted properly? 1926.503(c)(3)
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7.23. Guardrail posts not more than 8 feet on on center? Part 1926 Subpart M App. B
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7.24. Warning line 15 feet back for non-roofing activities? OSHA Standard Interpretations Letter to Part 1926 Subpart M
8. Ladders/ Stairs
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8.1. Stairs, ladder, or ramp utilized when elevation break of 19 inches or more? 1926.1051(a)
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8.2. Treads/ landings on pan stairways filled? 1926.1052(a)(5)
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8.3. Handrails on stairs with 4 or more risers? 1926.1052(c)
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8.4. Job-made ladders compliant? 1926.1053(a)
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8.5. Spreaders fully engaged on stepladders? 1926.1053(a)(8)
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8.6. Side rails extend 3 feet above landing surface? 1926.1053(b)(1)
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8.7. Top of ladder secured to prevent side shifting? 1926.1053(b)(1)
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8.8. Ladders used correctly, as intended by the manufacturer? 1926.1053(b)(4)
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8.9. Ladders setup at a 4:1 angle (4 feet up for every foot out)? 1926.1053(b)(5)(I)
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8.10. Ladders setup on stable/ level surface? 1926.1053(b)(6)
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8.11. Base of ladder secured when conditions warrant? 1926.1053(b)(6)
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8.12. Area at top and bottom of ladder kept clear? 1926.1053(b)(9)
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8.13. Workers avoid using top 2 steps of stepladder? 1926.1053(b)(13)
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8.14. Ladders inspected and have no visible defects? 1926.1053(b)(15)&(16)
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8.15. Employee has at least one hand free to grasp ladder when ascending or descending? 1926.1053(b)(21)
9. Rigging
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9.1. Rigging equipment properly tagged and labeled? 1926.251(a)(2)(i)(iii)
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9.2. Rigging equipment inspected and in good condition? 1926.251(a)(6)
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9.3. Damaged or defective rigging removed from service? 1926.251(a)(6)
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9.4. Rigging used per manufacturer's specifications? (Best Practices)
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9.5. Rigging equipment properly stored? (Best Practices)
10. Fire Safety
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10.1. Fire extinguishers conspicuously located? 1926.150(a)(3)
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10.2. Fire extinguishers in good condition and fully charged? 1926.150(a)(4)
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10.3. Travel distance to fire extinguisher within 100 feet? 1926.150(c)(1)(i)
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10.4. Fire extinguisher within 50 feet of flammables? 1926.150(c)(1)(vi)
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10.5. Fire extinguishers inspected monthly? 1926.150(c)(1)(viii)
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10.6. Fire extinguishers maintained annually? 1926.150(c)(1)(viii)
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10.7. Approved Underwriters Laboratory Listed fire extinguishers provided? 1926.150(c)(1)(ix)
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10.8. Smoking prohibited where fire hazard exists? 1926.151(a)(3)
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10.9. Scrap piles no closer than 10 feet from buildings? 1926.151(c)(5)
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10.10. Flammable not stored near emergency pathways? 1926.152(a)(2)
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10.11. Flammables stored in approved/ closed containers? 1926.152(f)(1)
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10.12. Flammable liquids protected from ignition sources? 1926.152(f)(3)
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10.13. Fire extinguishers mounted? (NFPA 10-6.1.3.8)
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10.14. Fire extinguishers kept near gas powered equipment? (Best Practices)
11. Scaffolds (Rolling/ Baker)
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11.1. Only supplies needed stored on scaffolds? 1926.250(b)(5)
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11.2. Working platforms fully planked/ decked? 1926.451(b)(1)
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11.3. Prior to use, a competent person shall inspect all components of the scaffold and determine that the supporting surfaces are capable of supporting the loads to be imposed? 1926.451(d)(3)(i)
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11.4. Scaffolds and components do not exceed rated capacities? 1926.451(f)(1)
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11.5. Scaffolds inspected and free of defects? 1926.451(f)(3)
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11.6. Platform clean and free of excessive debris? 1926.451(f)(13)
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11.7. Fall protection provided above 10 feet? 1926.451(g)(1)
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11.8. Scaffold bracing is secured, squared, and aligned? 1926.452(w)(1)
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11.9. Wheel/ caster brakes operable and set as required? 1926.452(w)(2)
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11.10. Employee only rides scaffold if surface is level with no obstructions? 1926.452(w)(6)(i)
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11.11. Employee remains within wheels/ supports of scaffold? 1926.452(w)(6)(v)
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11.12. Caster/ wheel stems pinned and secured to scaffold legs? 1926.452(w)(9)
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11.13. Workers trained on use of scaffolds? 1926.454(a)
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11.14. Are scaffolds used within the wind speed service limit? (Best Practice)
12. Scaffolds (Supported)
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12.1. Working platforms fully planked/ decked (spacing 1" or less)? 1926.451(b)(1)
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12.2. Supported scaffold poles, legs, posts, frames, and uprights shall bear on base plates and mud sills or other adequate firm foundation? 1926.451(c)(2)
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12.3. Footings level, rigid, and within no visible settling? 1926.451(c)(2)(i)
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12.4. Prior to use, a competent person shall inspect all components of the scaffold and determine that the supporting surfaces are capable of supporting the loads to be imposed? 1926.451(d)(3)(i)
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12.5. Ladder provided/ used to access platform? 1926.451(e)(1)
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12.6. Scaffolds and components do not exceed rated capacities? 1926.451(f)(1)
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12.7. Scaffolds inspected and free of defects? 1926.451(f)(3)
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12.8. Platform clean and free of excessive debris? 1926.451(f)(13)
13. Scaffolds (Suspension)
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13.1. Outrigger beams made of structural metal or equivalent strength? 1926.451(d)(2)
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13.2. Competent person approves suspension design prior to use? 1926.451(d)(3)(i)
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13.3. Only approved, specifically designed counterweights allowed? 1926.451(d)(3)(iii)
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13.4. Counterweights mechanically attached to outrigger beams? 1926.451(d)(3)(iv)
14. Steel Erection
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14.1. Documentation recorded that footings can support load? 1926.752(b)
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14.2. Site layout graded, drained and adequate space? 1926.752(c)(2)
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14.3. Guardrails and toeboards around structural openings? 1926.754(e)(2)(ii)
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14.4. Tools aloft secured against accidental displacement? 1926.759(a)
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14.5. Perimeter cables flagged at 6 foot intervals? 1926.760(a)(2)
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14.6. Custody of fall protection transferred when work is finished? 1926.760(e)
15. Trenching/ Excavation
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15.1. Manual/ visual test used to confirm soil classification? 1926.651
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15.2. Utilities located/ identified prior to start of excavation? 1926.651(b)(2)
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15.3. Travel distance to egress no more than 25 feet? 1926.651(c)(2)
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15.4. Proper/ safe means of access/ egress provided? 1926.651(c)(2)
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15.5. Spoils/ material/ equipment set back 2 feet from edge? 1926.651(j)(2)
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15.6. Sloping/ benching adequate for soil type? 1926.651(b)
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15.7. Employees protected from cave-in by protective system? 1926.652(b) or (c)
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15.8. Back-filling occurs as work proceeds? 1926.652(e)(1)((vi)
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15.9. Competent person completes daily inspection/ trench inspection form filled out and onsite? 1926.651(k)(1)
16. Tools (Hand & Power)
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16.1. Hand and power tools in safe operating conditions? 1926.300(a)(1)
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16.2. Guards in place/ functional on power tools? 1926.300(b)(1)
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16.3. Employees using the appropriate personal protective equipment for hazards exposed to by use of the tool (falling, flying, abrasive, harmful dusts, fumes, mists, vapors, or gases)? 1926.300(c)
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16.4. Handles free of splinters/ cracks and kept tight in tools? 1926.301(d)
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16.5. Pneumatic power tools secured to the hose or whip by some positive means to prevent the tool from becoming accidentally disconnected? 1926.302(b)(1)
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16.6. Safety clips or retainers securely installed and maintained on pneumatic impact tools? 1926.302(b)(2)
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16.7. Fuel powered tools stopped while being refueled, serviced, or maintained? 1926.302(c)(1)
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16.8. Only employees who have been trained in the operation of powder-actuated tools are allowed to operate these tools? 1926.302(e)(1)
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16.9. Any tool found not in proper working order, or that develops a defect during use, immediately removed from service, red-tagged, and not used until properly repaired? 1926.302(e)(3)
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16.10. Loaded tools are not left unattended? 1926.302(e)(6)
17. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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17.1. Hand protection worn when needed? 1926.28(a)
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17.2. Safety footwear worn as needed (work boots, special foot wear, metatarsal guards, etc.)? 1926.28(a)
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17.3. High-visibility clothing worn as required? 1926.28(a)
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17.4. Hearing protection used as required (when noise levels exceed 85 dB)? 1926.52(a)
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17.5. PPE provided as required (special operations that require additional PPE)? 1926.95(a)
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17.6. PPE used/ worn as required? 1926.95(a)
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17.7. PPE maintained in good/ sanitary condition? 1926.95(a)
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17.8. Hard hats worn as required? 1926.100(a)
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17.9. Eye protection used when required? 1926.102(a)(1)
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17.10. Face protection used when required? 1926.102(a)(1)
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17.11. Respirators provided/ used as required? 1910.134(a)
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17.12. Replacement PPE readily available? (Best Practice)
18. Health Hazards
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18.1. Noise exposures monitored/ controlled? 1926.52
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18.2. Carbon Monoxide (CO) exposures monitored/ controlled? 1926.55
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18.3. Lead exposures monitored/ controlled? 1926.62
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18.4. Welding fume exposures monitored/ controlled? 1926.353
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18.5. Asbestos exposures monitored/ controlled? 1926.1101
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18.6. Extreme heat exposures monitored/ controlled? Section 5(a)(1)
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18.7. Extreme cold exposures monitored/ controlled? Section 5(a)(1)
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18.8. Steps taken to protect against insects/ animals? (Best Practice)
19. Housekeeping
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19.1. Worksite reasonably organized/ good housekeeping? 1926.25(a)
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19.2. Material staging area kept reasonably organized? 1926.25(a)
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19.3. Combustible scrap/ debris removed at regular intervals? 1926.25(b)
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19.4. Garbage disposed of at frequent/ regular intervals? 1926.25
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19.5. No protruding nails on scrap lumber? 1926.25
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19.6. Containers used for oily/ flammable wast covered? 1926.25
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19.7. Job trailers clean and reasonably organized? (Best Practice)
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19.8. Gang box(es) reasonably clean and organized? (Best Practice)
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19.9. Loose scrap/ light materials susceptible to wind secured? Section 5(a)(1)
20. Hazard Communication
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20.1. Chemical inventory list maintained? 1910.1200(e)(1)(i)
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20.2. Chemicals (in supplier container) properly labeled/ legible? 1910.1200(f)(6)(i)
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20.3. Chemicals (in secondary container) properly labeled/ legible? 1910.1200(f)(6)(ii)
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20.4. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for hazardous chemicals readily available? 1910.1200(g)(8)
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20.5. Training completed/ workers demonstrate competency? 1910.1200(h)(1)
21. Behaviors
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21.1. Eyes on path/ looks in direction of travel? (Best Practice)
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21.2. Looks back prior to stepping backwards? (Best Practice)
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21.3. Pushes instead of pulls when possible? (Best Practice)
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21.4. Avoids overhead work when possible? (Best Practice)
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21.5. Lifts with legs not back when possible? (Best Practice)
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21.6. Forms a bridge with free hand when lifting? (Best Practice)
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21.7. Does not run onsite (on slopes or flat ground)? (Best Practice)
22. Medical/ First Aid Services
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22.1. Certified first aid provider available at remote worksites? 1926.50(c)
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22.2. Eye/ body flushing facilities available when needed? 1926.50(g)
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22.3. Eye wash station(s) properly maintained? ANSI Z358.1
23. Public Protection
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23.1. Public exposure to airborne contaminants (dust/ fumes/ smoke) controlled? ANSI A10.34
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23.2. Construction operations near pedestrian/ vehicular traffic controlled? ANSI A10.34
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23.3. Where pedestrian areas are closed, suitable/ safe alternatives provided? ANSI A10.34
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23.4. Lighting (including welding flash) directed/ shielded to minimize impact on public? ANSI A10.34
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23.5. Radiation exposure hazards controlled and shielded to protect public? ANSI A10.34
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23.6. Areas where public is exposed to mobile equipment are barricaded? ANSI A10.34
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23.7. Barriers, enclosures, netting used to protect public from falling/ wind-borne objects? ANSI A10.34
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23.8. Measures taken to restrict public access to jobsite? ANSI A10.34
24. Sanitation
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24.1. Adequate supply of potable water provided? 1926.51(a)
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24.2 One toilet per 20 workers when fewer than 20 at jobsite? 1926.51(c)(1)
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24.3. One toilet and one urinal per 40 workers when more than 20 at jobsite? 1926.51(c)(1)
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24.4. Common drinking water prohibited? 1926.51(4)
25. Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Daily Job Briefing
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25.1. Current date listed at top of tailboard?
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25.2. Job number or project name listed at top of tailboard?
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25.3. Crew leader and cell phone number written on tailboard?
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25.4. Location of work being performed or nearest physical address written on tailboard?
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25.5. Crew size listed on tailboard?
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25.6. Automated External Defibrillator (AED) location listed on tailboard?
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25.7. Nearest hospital name, address, and phone number listed on tailboard?
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25.8. All boxes filled out for jobsite activities being performed (N/A listed for those activities not being performed)?
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25.9. If ground disturbing activities are being performed, utility locate number and expiration date are listed?
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25.10. If applicable, qualified signal person, qualified rigger person, and certified crane operator are listed on the tailboard?
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25.11. Description of work to be performed is thoroughly filled out and modified as activities change throughout the day?
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25.12. List of hazards associated with the work to be performed is thoroughly filled out, covering all potential hazards?
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25.13. List of steps to mitigate the hazards thoroughly filled out, providing adequate measures to mitigate those hazards?
26. Safety Training
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26.1. Toolbox talks completed weekly? 1926.21(b)(2)
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26.2. Toolbox talks documented? (Best Practice)
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26.3. Equipment/ machine operator training documented? (Best Practice)
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26.4. Job-specific safety training provided/ documented? OSHA Publication 2254
Corrective Actions
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Enter any corrective actions that will be undertaken
Sign Off
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On site representative
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