Information
General Survey Information
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Building/Location
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Date Conducted
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Prepared by
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Work Order / Job / Project #
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Responsible Supervisor
Confined Space
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Is this a Confined Space?
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Is the permit completed correctly?
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Was gas monitor calibrated by a qualified individual?
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Are employees knowledgeable about Confined Space Entry procedures?
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Is the OPP Confined Space Program being followed?
Designated Work Space
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Is the area clearly defined and identified as a work space?
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Is the area clear of debris and any unnecessary materials?
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If areas are restricted, are correct procedures being followed to restrict access?
Electrical Safety
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Are extension cords present?
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Are extension cords being used in lieu of permanent equipment?
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Are extension cords being run under carpet or through doorways?
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Are GFCI's used with extension cords where required?
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Are extension cords daisy chained together?
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Are powerstrips UL rated?
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Are power cords in good condition and free from splices?
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Are grounding prongs being removed from extension cords?
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Are outlet, switch, and junction box covers in place and in good repair?
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Are circuit breaker panels and emergency shut-offs unobstructed and labeled?
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Are electrical outlets overloaded with appliances, etc?
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Are energized part, circuits, and equipment guarded against accidental contact?
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Are ground fault interruptors installed, labeled, and operating correctly?
Fixed and Portable Ladders
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Are there fixed ladders over 4ft in height?
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Are self closing swing gates installed?
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Are rungs slip resistant?
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Are rungs at least 7" away from the wall or other obstruction?
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Are guardrails provided at least 6ft on either side of the landing?
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Are there any ladders over 24ft in height?
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Are they equipped with ladder climbing device?
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Are the rungs slip resistant?
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Are guardrails provided at least 6ft on each side of ladder opening?
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Are portable ladders in use?
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Are employees inspecting ladders prior to use?
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Are ladders in good condition? (spreader bar works properly, no damaged or missing rungs)
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Do portable ladders have anti-slip feet?
Elevated Work Surfaces - Motorized
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Are there powered industrial trucks or aerial lifts in use?
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Are operators licensed in the safe operation of powered industrial trucks and lifts?
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Has equipment been inspected?
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What was the previous inspection date?
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Is equipment in good working order?
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Is personal fall arrest system being used for all aerial lifts?
Elevated Work Surfaces - Scaffolding
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Are scaffold platforms or other elevated work surfaces present?
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Is scaffolding in good condition?
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Has scaffolding been erected properly?
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Are rails or personal fall arrest system in place?
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Are pics approved for such use?
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Has area been properly secured and barricaded around scaffolding?
Walking and Working Surfaces
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Are floor openings properly guarded (railing, toe boards) or covered?
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Are skylights guarded?
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Are wall openings (including chutes and chases) properly guarded?
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Are catwalks equipped with railings and toeboards?
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Are deck boards and grating on catwalks or elevated surfaces properly secured?
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Are floor drains, holes and other floor openings protected to prevent a tripping hazard?
Hazardous Materials
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Have all hazardous materials been identified?
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All hazardous materials have been abated or controlled?
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Are secondary containment skids being used?
Lock Out and Tag Out
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Is lock out and tag out required?
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Do employees understand the Lock out and Tag out program and it's requirements?
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Have authorized employees completed the required training?
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Have authorized employees been evaluated (appendix d) at least once in the past year for compliance with the program?
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Are proper devices being locked and tagged?
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Are only the approved lock out and tag out (LOTO) locks being used?
Material Handling and Storage
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Does work area include materials storage space?
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Is there safe clearance for equipment through aisles and doorways?
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Are containers stored, stacked, secured, and of limited height for stability?
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Are properly rated dock boards used while loading and unloading trailers?
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Are trucks and trailers secured from movement during loading and unloading?
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Are shelving and mezzanines properly rated and marked for loads?
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Are manual palled jacks, hand-trucks, and dollies in good condition?
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Are forklifts and motorized pallet jacks inspected each shift or prior to use?
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Are forklift and motorized pallet jack operators licensed?
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Are proper lifting techniques being used while lifting or moving loads?
Mechanical Room Safety
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Is the work area being audited within a mechanical room?
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Are mechanical rooms properly illuminated?
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Are noise levels within acceptable limits or marked as Hearing Protection Required?
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Are hearing protective devices readily available in mechanical rooms?
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Are work areas clean, organized, and kept orderly? (Garbage disposed of properly, etc)
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Is work area properly ventilated for type of equipment or chemicals in use?
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Are vacuum systems used when possible instead of blowing or sweeping dusts?
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Do temperature and humidity seem to be within acceptable ranges?
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Is the area free of visible fungi/mold growth and associated odors?
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Are walls, ceilings, floors free of signs of mold or moisture damage?
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Are air intake areas free of odor-causing materials or hazardous chemicals?
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Is area free from slip, trip, and fall hazards?
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Are identified tripping hazards clearly marked?
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Are low clearance areas clearly marked?
Personal Protective Equipment
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The following PPE is required and is being used properly:
- Hard Hat
- Safety Glasses
- Face Shield
- Safety Shoes
- Gloves
- Hearing Protection
- Respirator
- Tyvek Suit or Coveralls
- Welding Helmet/ Fire rated clothing
- Arc Flash Gear
- PFAS
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The following PPE is required and was not in use or being used properly:
- Hard Hat
- Safety Glasses
- Face Shield
- Safety Shoes
- Gloves
- Hearing Protection
- Respirator
- Tyvek suit or coveralls
- Welding helmet/Fire rated clothing
- Arc Flash Gear
- PFAS
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Is PPE being properly stored, kept clean, and in good condition?
Shop Tools
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Are power tools in use?
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Do employees understand safe operation of the power tools they are using?
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Are tools in good working condition?
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Are power tools grounded or double insulated?
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Are rotating or moving parts (chains, gears, belts, etc) properly guarded?
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Are machine guards secure and do not present a hazard in their use?
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Is fixed machinery guarded to prevent splash, spark, and flying chip injuries?
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Is equipment and machinery securely in place and anchored to prevent movement?
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Are guards and safety interlocks in working condition on the equipment in which it is installed?
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Is equipment and machinery kept clean and properly maintained?
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Is there sufficient clearance around machines for safe operation and services?
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Are power shut-off switches within reach of operators position at each machine?
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Do machine users understand the safe operation of the machine that they are using?
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Are manually operated control switches and valves clearly identified and accessible?
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Are emergency stop buttons available, operable, and colored red?
Trenching and Shoring
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Is there any trenching or excavations in the work area?
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Are employees following Trenching and Shoring Guidelines?
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Has "PA One Call" been notified and is the "one call" up to date for the particular dig?
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Has a "competent" person been identified for this job?
Tunnel Work Areas
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Does the work area involve tunnel access?
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Are employees following OPP Tunnel Entry Procedures?
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Are employees following OPP Restricted Entry Guidelines?
Notes/Comments/Actions Required or Taken
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Is corrective action required?
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Have deficiencies been properly reported?
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Please note corrective actions:
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REMINDER - Place a work order to correct issues identified in this audit.