Racking Safety Checklist

• Site conducted

  Select

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Prepared by

  Sign
• Location
  Address

• Use the following checklist to ensure each item is in a safe state.
  
  For each racking section being observed, consider not only the contents but also the condition of the rack itself.
  
  Where a deficiency is observed, use the built-in tools to record your observations.
  
  Create a new section for each section of racking which is inspected.

Pre-Inspection Checks

• Determine Inspection Purpose (Routine, Configuration, Planned Change, Unplanned Change etc.)

  Select

• Determine Inspection Scope (All Racking, One or More Aisles, Only One Section etc.)

• Previous Inspection Report reviewed / Inspector has copy for reference

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Housekeeping - Inspection area is safe and clear of debris and obstacles

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Inspector Safety - Advise Staff, Cordon Off Area, Display Signage (eg: Inspection In Progress)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Overall Aisle Inspection

• Racking is being used in accordance with Manufacturers or Engineers Instructions

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Configuration conforms to the manufacturer’s or engineer’s specifications (eg: drawings)

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Rated Capacity Signs - posted nearby and visible to workers

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Rack Is Plumb - lean is within allowable limit (< 2 degrees or 1/2" per 10 ft. of upright)

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Beams - deflection within allowable limit (less than beam length in inches divided by 180)

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Flue - clear of obstructions and excessive overhang

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Row Spacers - undamaged and in good working order

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Row End & Tunnel Protectors - undamaged and in good working order

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A
Racking Components by Section

• Generate a new section for each row of racking observed

• Rack number or identifier

• Photograph of rack in situ

  Media

• All Components are compatible (designed to work with each other)

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Base Plate Bolts & Nuts - undamaged , nuts tightened to specification

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Base Plates - undamaged and in good working order

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Leveling Pads/Shims - well seated, secured, equal to or larger than base plates

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Cross Braces - undamaged and in good working order

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Beams - undamaged, deflection within allowable limit, properly engaged and in good working order

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Column Guards - undamaged and in good working order

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Beam Locking Pins/Bolts - in place and/or secure at both ends

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Safety Screens/Bars - present, undamaged and in good working order

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Other Accessories - undamaged and in good working order

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Columns/Uprights - undamaged and in good working order

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A
Loads by Section

• Generate a new section for each row of racking observed

• Rack number or identifier

• Photograph of rack in situ

  Media

• Load Placement - resting square on both beams, pallets not double stacked

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Pallet Overhang within design specification

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Stacked Materials - secure & stable, boxes interlocked, strapped or wrapped

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Load Weight - within rated capacity

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Pallets - appropriate size, type and in good condition

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Proper Storage Practices - being followed for fire code, hazardous materials etc.

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Safe Clearance - between loads and obstructions (rafters, lighting, sprinklers etc.)

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A

• Check Surrounding Areas (especially above) for damage, hazards etc. (rafters, lighting, sprinklers etc.)

  Safe

  Opportunity for Improvement

  At Risk

  N/A