PSU OPP SAFETY - Custodial Checklist

Are there any obvious physical hazards that may affect the custodians on site? exposed wiring, loose fittings, damaged walkways, unsafe sharps containers

Are there any environmental issues on site that affect the custodians? snow/ice, extreme heat, poor ventilation...

Is there any health hazard that needs addressed for custodians to perform their job safely?

Are there any unsafe areas the custodians must access or pass through to complete their work?

Is there a procedure in place to ensure safety of a custodian working alone or in an isolated area?

Is there adequate lighting on site?

Is the site evacuation procedure up to date (training and signage) relevant to the custodians?

Will the custodians be working in areas considered a confined space?

Is there easy access to running water for eye wash, in case of severe chemical burn?

Is the waste disposal and removal process for the site safe for the custodians?

Are fire exits clearly marked, free from obstacles, and emergency lighting in place where ever required?

Are all entrances properly illuminated with interior and exterior lighting?

Matting/Runners edging is okay and laying flat?

Is threshold secure?

Is floor tile and carpet in good condition? no loose or damaged tiles..

Are all areas properly illuminated?

Is break area kept neat, clean and orderly?

Are supplies maintained in an organized manner and properly labeled?

Is the area properly ventilated for type of equipment or products in use? (Ventilation is required for charging equipment)

Is the area free of tripping hazards?

Are products properly labeled, in correct bottles, stored with caps on?

Are product dispensing units mounted and secured properly?

Are product dispensing units disconnected from water supply?

Is product dispensing unit free of bottles?

Are product dispensing unit levers in neutral position?

Are product dispensing unit and docking mechanism clean and residue free?

Is appropriate PPE available? Head, Eye, Hand, Hearing, Foot?

Is appropriate PPE used as necessary?

Is PPE properly stored, clean and in good condition?

Are all areas properly illuminated?

Area is cleaned and orderly?

Are areas free of visible fungal/mold growth moisture and associated odors?

Are air intake areas free of odor-causing materials or hazardous chemicals?

Is area free from tripping hazards?

Are electrical panels free from obstacles and accessible?

Is OPP Save Space Area clean and orderly?

Are ladders in good condition?

Is corrective action required?

Have all deficiencies been properly reported?