Information

  • Audit Title (Format - Project Name Date "mmddyy" - Observation Number "e.g. Mesa Substation Project 011021-01")

  • Document No.

  • Client (contractor you are observing)

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel (construction group observing "example - foundation crew")

1. Aerial/ Boom Lifts

  • 1.1. Aerial Lifts inspected prior to use/ documented? 1926.453(b)(2)(i)

  • 1.2. Operator(s) trained and/ or authorized? 1926.453(b)(2)(ii)

  • 1.3. Workers not tied off to adjacent structure/ equipment? 1926.453(b)(2)(iii)

  • 1.4. Both feet on floor of basket? 1926.453(b)(2)(iv)

  • 1.5. Workers tied off to approved anchorage point in basket? 1926.453(b)(2)(v)

  • 1.6. Boom/ basket load limits not exceeded? 1926.453(b)(2)(vi)

  • 1.7. Aerial lift stationary when elevated? 1926.453(b)(2)(viii)

  • 1.8. Aerial lift controls clearly marked/ identified? 1926.453(b)(2)(ix)

  • 1.9. Access gate/ opening closed when working in lift? (ANSI/ SIA A92.5)

  • 1.10. Operated on level surface per equipment specifications? (ANSI/ SIA A92.5)

  • 1.11. Outriggers (when available) utilized as needed? (ANSI/ SIA A92.5)

  • 1.12. Work platform kept reasonably clear of debris? (ANSI/ SIA A92.5)

  • 1.13. Are boom lifts operated within the wind speed service limit? (ANSI/ SIA A92.5)

2. Cranes

  • 2.1. Ground conditions adequate to support crane? 1926.1402 (b)

  • 2.2. Outriggers or stabilizers fully extended/ properly deployed? 1926.1404(q)(1)

  • 2.3. Blocking material sufficient to sustain loads/ maintain stability? 1926.1404(q)(5)(i)

  • 2.4. Blocking placed directly under float/ pad? 1926.1404(q)(5)(ii)

  • 2.5. Power line safety requirements followed? 1926.1407-.1411

  • 2.6. Visual inspection by competent person completed each shift? 1926.1412(d)

  • 2.7. Required safety devices installed/ maintained? 1926.1415(a)

  • 2.8. Required operational aides installed/ maintained? 1926.1416(a)

  • 2.9. Crane operated per manufacturer requirements? 1926.1417

  • 2.10. Crane load capacities/ operator manual kept in cab? 1926.1417(c)

  • 2.11. Adequate communication between signal person and operator? 1926.1419(e)

  • 2.12. Hand signal chart available? 1926.1422

  • 2.13. Radius guard installed on crane? 1926.1424(a)

3. Mechanized Equipment

  • 3.1. Blades/ buckets/ dump bodies lowered or blocked when not in use? 1926.600(a)(3)(i)

  • 3.2. Windshields in good condition/ no cracks? 1926.601(b)(5)

  • 3.3. No passengers allowed on single-operator equipment? 1926.601(b)(8)

  • 3.4. Equipment in good condition/ no obvious defects? 1926.601(b)(14)

  • 3.5. Seat belts on earth-moving equipment w/ Roll Over Protective Structures? (excluding Excavators) 1926.602(a)(2)(i)

  • 3.6. Operator(s) competent/ familiar with equipment controls? 1926.20(b)(4)

  • 3.7. Seat belts worn on equipment with Roll Over Protective Structures? 1926.28(a)

4. Forklift Operations

  • 4.1. All markings, warning decals, and nameplates in a legible condition? 1910.178(a)(6)

  • 4.2. Operator(s) trained and authorized to run equipment? 1910.178(l)(1)(i)

  • 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)

  • 4.4. Ascending or descending grades in excess of 10 percent with load upgrade? 1910.178(n)(7)(i)

  • 4.5. Engine shut down when fueling equipment? 1910.178(p)(2)

  • 4.6. Equipment properly maintained and in good working condition? 1910.178(q)

  • 4.7. Seat belts worn on equipment with Roll Over Protective Structures? 1926.28(a)

5. Concrete/ Masonry

  • 5.1. Rebar guarded to eliminate impalement hazard? 1926.701(b)

  • 5.2. Workers avoid working under buckets? 1926.701(e)(1)&(2)

  • 5.3. Troweling machines equipped with auto shut-off? 1926.702(c)

  • 5.4. Handles on concrete buggy within wheel width? 1926.702(d)

  • 5.5. Connectors used to secure pressurized air hoses? 1926.702(e)(2)

  • 5.6. Safety latches prevent accidental dumping of buckets? 1926.702(f)(1)

  • 5.7. Bull float handles non-conductive or insulated? 1926.702(h)

  • 5.8. Masonry saw blades guarded? 1926.702(i)(1)

6. Electrical Safety

  • 6.1. Flexible cords not daisy-chained? 1926.403(b)

  • 6.2. Breakers/ switches legibly marked to indicate purpose? 1926.403(h)

  • 6.3. Signs posted restricting access to locations w/ exposed live parts? 1926.403(i)(2)(iii)

  • 6.4. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) used for temporary power connections? 1926.404(b)(l)(ii)

  • 6.5. Ground pin attached to electrical cords? 1926.404(f)(6)

  • 6.6. Light bulbs protected from accidental breakage? 1926.405(a)(2)(ii)(E)

  • 6.7. Temporary lights not suspended by electric cords? 1926.405(a)(2)(ii)(F)

  • 6.8. Employees avoid working near unprotected energized circuits? 1926.416(a)(1)

  • 6.9. All sockets in temporary lighting have bulbs? 1926.416(a)(1)

  • 6.10. Cords protected/ kept clear of work areas or walkways? 1926.416(b)(2)

  • 6.11. Flexible cords maintained in good condition? 1926.416(e)(1)

  • 6.12. De-energized circuits locked or tagged out? 1926.417(b)

7. Fall Protection

  • 7.1. Fall protection provided when working above 6 feet? 1926.501(b)(1)

  • 7.2. Worker utilize Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) as required? 1926.501(b)(1)

  • 7.3. Steps taken and adequate to prevent falls thru holes? 1926.501(b)(4)(i)&(ii)

  • 7.4. Steps taken to prevent falling object hazards? 1926.501(c)

  • 7.5. Guardrails installed, maintained, and compliant? 1926.502(b)

  • 7.6. Top and mid-rail in place and proper height? 1926.502(b)

  • 7.7. Guardrails able to withstand 200 lb. force? 1926.502(b)(3)

  • 7.8. Access to hoisting area adequately guarded? 1926.502(b)(10)

  • 7.9. Suitable anchorage provided/ used? 1926.502(d)(15)

  • 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)

  • 7.11. Personal Fall Arrest (PFA) rigged to prevent contact with lower surface? 1926.502(d)(16)(iii)

  • 7.12. PFA rigged to limit free fall to no more than 6 ft? 1926.502(d)(16)(iii)

  • 7.13. Harness inspected/ maintained in good condition? 1926.502(d)(21)

  • 7.14. Lanyards inspected, maintained, specification tag intact and legible? 1926.502(d)(21)

  • 7.15. PFA not attached to guardrail system? 1926.502(d)(23)

  • 7.16. Warning line flagged and suspended at proper height? 1926.502(f)(2)(i)&(ii)

  • 7.17. Control line 6 ft. from leading edge when erecting precast? 1926.502(g)(1)(ii)

  • 7.18. Floor hole covers secured, substantial, and marked? 1926.502(i)(2)-(4)

  • 7.19. Toeboards erected to prevent falling objects? 1926.502(j)(1)-(4)

  • 7.20. Workers trained on recognizing/ minimizing fall hazards? 1926.503(a)

  • 7.21. Fall Protection training certified/ documented? 1926.503(b)

  • 7.22. Harnesses worn/ fitted properly? 1926.503(c)(3)

  • 7.23. Guardrail posts not more than 8 feet on on center? Part 1926 Subpart M App. B

  • 7.24. Warning line 15 feet back for non-roofing activities? OSHA Standard Interpretations Letter to Part 1926 Subpart M

8. Ladders/ Stairs

  • 8.1. Stairs, ladder, or ramp utilized when elevation break of 19 inches or more? 1926.1051(a)

  • 8.2. Treads/ landings on pan stairways filled? 1926.1052(a)(5)

  • 8.3. Handrails on stairs with 4 or more risers? 1926.1052(c)

  • 8.4. Job-made ladders compliant? 1926.1053(a)

  • 8.5. Spreaders fully engaged on stepladders? 1926.1053(a)(8)

  • 8.6. Side rails extend 3 feet above landing surface? 1926.1053(b)(1)

  • 8.7. Top of ladder secured to prevent side shifting? 1926.1053(b)(1)

  • 8.8. Ladders used correctly, as intended by the manufacturer? 1926.1053(b)(4)

  • 8.9. Ladders setup at a 4:1 angle (4 feet up for every foot out)? 1926.1053(b)(5)(I)

  • 8.10. Ladders setup on stable/ level surface? 1926.1053(b)(6)

  • 8.11. Base of ladder secured when conditions warrant? 1926.1053(b)(6)

  • 8.12. Area at top and bottom of ladder kept clear? 1926.1053(b)(9)

  • 8.13. Workers avoid using top 2 steps of stepladder? 1926.1053(b)(13)

  • 8.14. Ladders inspected and have no visible defects? 1926.1053(b)(15)&(16)

  • 8.15. Employee has at least one hand free to grasp ladder when ascending or descending? 1926.1053(b)(21)

9. Rigging

  • 9.1. Rigging equipment properly tagged and labeled? 1926.251(a)(2)(i)(iii)

  • 9.2. Rigging equipment inspected and in good condition? 1926.251(a)(6)

  • 9.3. Damaged or defective rigging removed from service? 1926.251(a)(6)

  • 9.4. Rigging used per manufacturer's specifications? (Best Practices)

  • 9.5. Rigging equipment properly stored? (Best Practices)

10. Fire Safety

  • 10.1. Fire extinguishers conspicuously located? 1926.150(a)(3)

  • 10.2. Fire extinguishers in good condition and fully charged? 1926.150(a)(4)

  • 10.3. Travel distance to fire extinguisher within 100 feet? 1926.150(c)(1)(i)

  • 10.4. Fire extinguisher within 50 feet of flammables? 1926.150(c)(1)(vi)

  • 10.5. Fire extinguishers inspected monthly? 1926.150(c)(1)(viii)

  • 10.6. Fire extinguishers maintained annually? 1926.150(c)(1)(viii)

  • 10.7. Approved Underwriters Laboratory Listed fire extinguishers provided? 1926.150(c)(1)(ix)

  • 10.8. Smoking prohibited where fire hazard exists? 1926.151(a)(3)

  • 10.9. Scrap piles no closer than 10 feet from buildings? 1926.151(c)(5)

  • 10.10. Flammable not stored near emergency pathways? 1926.152(a)(2)

  • 10.11. Flammables stored in approved/ closed containers? 1926.152(f)(1)

  • 10.12. Flammable liquids protected from ignition sources? 1926.152(f)(3)

  • 10.13. Fire extinguishers mounted? (NFPA 10-6.1.3.8)

  • 10.14. Fire extinguishers kept near gas powered equipment? (Best Practices)

11. Scaffolds (Rolling/ Baker)

  • 11.1. Only supplies needed stored on scaffolds? 1926.250(b)(5)

  • 11.2. Working platforms fully planked/ decked? 1926.451(b)(1)

  • 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)

  • 11.4. Scaffolds and components do not exceed rated capacities? 1926.451(f)(1)

  • 11.5. Scaffolds inspected and free of defects? 1926.451(f)(3)

  • 11.6. Platform clean and free of excessive debris? 1926.451(f)(13)

  • 11.7. Fall protection provided above 10 feet? 1926.451(g)(1)

  • 11.8. Scaffold bracing is secured, squared, and aligned? 1926.452(w)(1)

  • 11.9. Wheel/ caster brakes operable and set as required? 1926.452(w)(2)

  • 11.10. Employee only rides scaffold if surface is level with no obstructions? 1926.452(w)(6)(i)

  • 11.11. Employee remains within wheels/ supports of scaffold? 1926.452(w)(6)(v)

  • 11.12. Caster/ wheel stems pinned and secured to scaffold legs? 1926.452(w)(9)

  • 11.13. Workers trained on use of scaffolds? 1926.454(a)

  • 11.14. Are scaffolds used within the wind speed service limit? (Best Practice)

12. Scaffolds (Supported)

  • 12.1. Working platforms fully planked/ decked (spacing 1" or less)? 1926.451(b)(1)

  • 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)

  • 12.3. Footings level, rigid, and within no visible settling? 1926.451(c)(2)(i)

  • 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)

  • 12.5. Ladder provided/ used to access platform? 1926.451(e)(1)

  • 12.6. Scaffolds and components do not exceed rated capacities? 1926.451(f)(1)

  • 12.7. Scaffolds inspected and free of defects? 1926.451(f)(3)

  • 12.8. Platform clean and free of excessive debris? 1926.451(f)(13)

13. Scaffolds (Suspension)

  • 13.1. Outrigger beams made of structural metal or equivalent strength? 1926.451(d)(2)

  • 13.2. Competent person approves suspension design prior to use? 1926.451(d)(3)(i)

  • 13.3. Only approved, specifically designed counterweights allowed? 1926.451(d)(3)(iii)

  • 13.4. Counterweights mechanically attached to outrigger beams? 1926.451(d)(3)(iv)

14. Steel Erection

  • 14.1. Documentation recorded that footings can support load? 1926.752(b)

  • 14.2. Site layout graded, drained and adequate space? 1926.752(c)(2)

  • 14.3. Guardrails and toeboards around structural openings? 1926.754(e)(2)(ii)

  • 14.4. Tools aloft secured against accidental displacement? 1926.759(a)

  • 14.5. Perimeter cables flagged at 6 foot intervals? 1926.760(a)(2)

  • 14.6. Custody of fall protection transferred when work is finished? 1926.760(e)

15. Trenching/ Excavation

  • 15.1. Manual/ visual test used to confirm soil classification? 1926.651

  • 15.2. Utilities located/ identified prior to start of excavation? 1926.651(b)(2)

  • 15.3. Travel distance to egress no more than 25 feet? 1926.651(c)(2)

  • 15.4. Proper/ safe means of access/ egress provided? 1926.651(c)(2)

  • 15.5. Spoils/ material/ equipment set back 2 feet from edge? 1926.651(j)(2)

  • 15.6. Sloping/ benching adequate for soil type? 1926.651(b)

  • 15.7. Employees protected from cave-in by protective system? 1926.652(b) or (c)

  • 15.8. Back-filling occurs as work proceeds? 1926.652(e)(1)((vi)

  • 15.9. Competent person completes daily inspection/ trench inspection form filled out and onsite? 1926.651(k)(1)

16. Tools (Hand & Power)

  • 16.1. Hand and power tools in safe operating conditions? 1926.300(a)(1)

  • 16.2. Guards in place/ functional on power tools? 1926.300(b)(1)

  • 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)

  • 16.4. Handles free of splinters/ cracks and kept tight in tools? 1926.301(d)

  • 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)

  • 16.6. Safety clips or retainers securely installed and maintained on pneumatic impact tools? 1926.302(b)(2)

  • 16.7. Fuel powered tools stopped while being refueled, serviced, or maintained? 1926.302(c)(1)

  • 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)

  • 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)

  • 16.10. Loaded tools are not left unattended? 1926.302(e)(6)

17. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • 17.1. Hand protection worn when needed? 1926.28(a)

  • 17.2. Safety footwear worn as needed (work boots, special foot wear, metatarsal guards, etc.)? 1926.28(a)

  • 17.3. High-visibility clothing worn as required? 1926.28(a)

  • 17.4. Hearing protection used as required (when noise levels exceed 85 dB)? 1926.52(a)

  • 17.5. PPE provided as required (special operations that require additional PPE)? 1926.95(a)

  • 17.6. PPE used/ worn as required? 1926.95(a)

  • 17.7. PPE maintained in good/ sanitary condition? 1926.95(a)

  • 17.8. Hard hats worn as required? 1926.100(a)

  • 17.9. Eye protection used when required? 1926.102(a)(1)

  • 17.10. Face protection used when required? 1926.102(a)(1)

  • 17.11. Respirators provided/ used as required? 1910.134(a)

  • 17.12. Replacement PPE readily available? (Best Practice)

18. Health Hazards

  • 18.1. Noise exposures monitored/ controlled? 1926.52

  • 18.2. Carbon Monoxide (CO) exposures monitored/ controlled? 1926.55

  • 18.3. Lead exposures monitored/ controlled? 1926.62

  • 18.4. Welding fume exposures monitored/ controlled? 1926.353

  • 18.5. Asbestos exposures monitored/ controlled? 1926.1101

  • 18.6. Extreme heat exposures monitored/ controlled? Section 5(a)(1)

  • 18.7. Extreme cold exposures monitored/ controlled? Section 5(a)(1)

  • 18.8. Steps taken to protect against insects/ animals? (Best Practice)

19. Housekeeping

  • 19.1. Worksite reasonably organized/ good housekeeping? 1926.25(a)

  • 19.2. Material staging area kept reasonably organized? 1926.25(a)

  • 19.3. Combustible scrap/ debris removed at regular intervals? 1926.25(b)

  • 19.4. Garbage disposed of at frequent/ regular intervals? 1926.25

  • 19.5. No protruding nails on scrap lumber? 1926.25

  • 19.6. Containers used for oily/ flammable wast covered? 1926.25

  • 19.7. Job trailers clean and reasonably organized? (Best Practice)

  • 19.8. Gang box(es) reasonably clean and organized? (Best Practice)

  • 19.9. Loose scrap/ light materials susceptible to wind secured? Section 5(a)(1)

20. Hazard Communication

  • 20.1. Chemical inventory list maintained? 1910.1200(e)(1)(i)

  • 20.2. Chemicals (in supplier container) properly labeled/ legible? 1910.1200(f)(6)(i)

  • 20.3. Chemicals (in secondary container) properly labeled/ legible? 1910.1200(f)(6)(ii)

  • 20.4. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for hazardous chemicals readily available? 1910.1200(g)(8)

  • 20.5. Training completed/ workers demonstrate competency? 1910.1200(h)(1)

21. Behaviors

  • 21.1. Eyes on path/ looks in direction of travel? (Best Practice)

  • 21.2. Looks back prior to stepping backwards? (Best Practice)

  • 21.3. Pushes instead of pulls when possible? (Best Practice)

  • 21.4. Avoids overhead work when possible? (Best Practice)

  • 21.5. Lifts with legs not back when possible? (Best Practice)

  • 21.6. Forms a bridge with free hand when lifting? (Best Practice)

  • 21.7. Does not run onsite (on slopes or flat ground)? (Best Practice)

22. Medical/ First Aid Services

  • 22.1. Certified first aid provider available at remote worksites? 1926.50(c)

  • 22.2. Eye/ body flushing facilities available when needed? 1926.50(g)

  • 22.3. Eye wash station(s) properly maintained? ANSI Z358.1

23. Public Protection

  • 23.1. Public exposure to airborne contaminants (dust/ fumes/ smoke) controlled? ANSI A10.34

  • 23.2. Construction operations near pedestrian/ vehicular traffic controlled? ANSI A10.34

  • 23.3. Where pedestrian areas are closed, suitable/ safe alternatives provided? ANSI A10.34

  • 23.4. Lighting (including welding flash) directed/ shielded to minimize impact on public? ANSI A10.34

  • 23.5. Radiation exposure hazards controlled and shielded to protect public? ANSI A10.34

  • 23.6. Areas where public is exposed to mobile equipment are barricaded? ANSI A10.34

  • 23.7. Barriers, enclosures, netting used to protect public from falling/ wind-borne objects? ANSI A10.34

  • 23.8. Measures taken to restrict public access to jobsite? ANSI A10.34

24. Sanitation

  • 24.1. Adequate supply of potable water provided? 1926.51(a)

  • 24.2 One toilet per 20 workers when fewer than 20 at jobsite? 1926.51(c)(1)

  • 24.3. One toilet and one urinal per 40 workers when more than 20 at jobsite? 1926.51(c)(1)

  • 24.4. Common drinking water prohibited? 1926.51(4)

25. Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Daily Job Briefing

  • 25.1. Current date listed at top of tailboard?

  • 25.2. Job number or project name listed at top of tailboard?

  • 25.3. Crew leader and cell phone number written on tailboard?

  • 25.4. Location of work being performed or nearest physical address written on tailboard?

  • 25.5. Crew size listed on tailboard?

  • 25.6. Automated External Defibrillator (AED) location listed on tailboard?

  • 25.7. Nearest hospital name, address, and phone number listed on tailboard?

  • 25.8. All boxes filled out for jobsite activities being performed (N/A listed for those activities not being performed)?

  • 25.9. If ground disturbing activities are being performed, utility locate number and expiration date are listed?

  • 25.10. If applicable, qualified signal person, qualified rigger person, and certified crane operator are listed on the tailboard?

  • 25.11. Description of work to be performed is thoroughly filled out and modified as activities change throughout the day?

  • 25.12. List of hazards associated with the work to be performed is thoroughly filled out, covering all potential hazards?

  • 25.13. List of steps to mitigate the hazards thoroughly filled out, providing adequate measures to mitigate those hazards?

26. Safety Training

  • 26.1. Toolbox talks completed weekly? 1926.21(b)(2)

  • 26.2. Toolbox talks documented? (Best Practice)

  • 26.3. Equipment/ machine operator training documented? (Best Practice)

  • 26.4. Job-specific safety training provided/ documented? OSHA Publication 2254

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