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  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • ROI Office Location

  • Name of ROI Employee Observing (include all names if multiple employees onsite)

  • Client Name

  • Location
  • Weather (ex. Clear, Partly Cloudy, Cloudy, Rain, Snow, Severe Weather) With Temp. & Wind Speed

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Behaviors

Behaviors

  • Eyes on path/looks in direction of travel?

  • Looks back prior to stepping backwards?

  • Pushes instead of pulls when possible?

  • Avoids overhead work when possible?

  • Lifts with legs not back when possible?

  • Avoids lifting more than one can lift safely?

  • Keeps load close to body when lifting?

  • Uses lift assist device for heavy loads?

  • Avoids lifting unstable loads?

  • Works at safe pace/not rushed?

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Housekeeping<br>

Housekeeping

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

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

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

  • Garbage disposed of at frequent/regular intervals? 1926.25

  • No protruding nails on scrap lumber? 1926.25

  • Containers used for oily/flammable waste covered? (1926.25)

  • Materials safely stored/stacked? 1926.250(a)(1)

  • Aisles/passageways unobstructed/in good repair? 1926.250(a)(3)

  • Nails withdrawn before stacking lumber? 1926.250(b)(8)(i)

  • Housekeeping maintained in storage areas? 1926.250(c)

  • Chute used to drop materials outside building? 1926.252(a)

  • Debris drop zone properly barricaded? 1926.252(b)

  • Scrap lumber/waste/rubbish promptly removed? 1926.252(c)

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - PPE

PPE

  • PPE provided as required? 1926.95(a)

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

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

  • Replacement PPE readily available? (Best Practice)

  • Eye protection (ANSI approved) w/side shields in use? 1926.102(a)(1)&(2)

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

  • Hard hats worn as required? 1926.100(a)

  • Hand protection worn when needed? 1926.28(a)

  • Safety footwear worn as needed? 1926.28(a)

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

  • Hearing protection used as required? 1926.52(a)

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

  • PFD worn when working over/near water? 1926.106(a)

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Ladders/Stairs

Ladders/Stairs

  • Ladders inspected/no visible defects? 1926.1053(b)(15)&(16)

  • Is an (A-Frame) stepladder (which is a type of' self-supporting ladder) leaning against the wall being used as a non-self-supporting ladder (some new A-frames are designed to do so)

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

  • Ladders set up at 4:1 angle? 1926.1053(b)(5)(I)

  • Ladders set up on stable/level surface? 1926.1053(b)(6)

  • Top of ladder secured to prevent side shift? 1926.1053(b)(1)

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

  • Ladders used correctly/as intended by mfg? 1926.1053(b)(4)

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

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

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

  • At least one hand free to grasp ladder? 1926.1053(a)(22)(ii)

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

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Fall Protection

Fall Protection

  • Suitable fall protection provided? (working 6+ ft) 1926.501(b)(1)

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

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

  • Guardrails installed, maintained? 1926.502(b)

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

  • Harnesses inspected/maintained in good condition? 1926.502(d)(21)

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

  • Lanyards inspected, maintained, spec. tag intact/legible? 1926.502(d)(21)

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

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

  • Control line 6 ft. from leading edge for roofing activities? 1926.502(g)(1)(i)

  • Warning line 15 ft. back for non-roofing activities? (OSHA Interp Letter)

  • Warning line erected on unprotected roof edge? 1926.502(f)(1)

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

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

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Trenching/Excavation

Trenching/Excavation

  • Employees protected from cave-in by protective system (if equal to or greater than 5')? 1926.652(b) or (c)

  • Sloping/benching adequate for soil type? 1926.652(b)

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

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

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

  • Surface encumbrances removed or supported? 1926.651(a)

  • Water runoff controlled to prevent accumulation? 1926.651(h)(3)

  • Access prohibited when water accumulation is uncontrolled? 1926.651(h)(1)

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

  • Workers exposed to traffic wearing high-viz clothing? 1926.651(d)

  • Stability of adjacent structures ensured? 1926.651(i)(1)

  • Soil not excavated more than 2 ft. below protective system? 1926.652(e)(2)(i)

  • Pavements/structures not undermined unless supported? 1926.651(i)(3)

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Tools (Hand & Power)

Tools (Hand & Power)

  • Hand and power tools in safe operating condition? 1926.300(a)(1)

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

  • Impact tools free of mushroom heads? 1926.301(c)

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

  • Power tools double-insulated or grounded? 1926.302(a)(1)

  • Electric cords NOT used to hoist/lower power tools? 1926.302(a)(2)

  • Secondary restraint used on pneumatic tools to prevent hose whip? 1926.302(b)(1)

  • Safety clips/retainers installed/maintained on pneumatic impact tools? 1926.302(b)(2)

  • Air hose NOT used to lower/hoist pneumatic tools? 1926.302(b)(6)

  • Power tools stopped during refueling/maintenance? 1926.302(c)(1)

  • Angle grinders equipped with safety guards? 1926.303(b)(1)

  • Circular saws adequately guarded? 1926.304(d)

  • Hand-fed ripsaw (table saw) adequately guarded? 1926.304(i)

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Hazard Communication

Hazard Communication

  • SDS for hazardous chemicals readily available? 1910.1200(g)(8)

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

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

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Exits/Egress

Exits/Egress

  • Exits available and free of obstructions? 1926.34(a)

  • Exits and access to exits marked with signs? 1926.34(b)

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Aerial Work Platforms

Aerial/Boom Lifts

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Aerial lifts inspected prior to use/documented? 1926.453(b)(2)(i)

  • Aerial lifts at least 10 feet from energized power lines? ANSI/SIA 92.5

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

  • Operated on level surface per equipment specs? ANSI/SIA A92.5

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

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

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Scissor Lifts

Scissor Lifts

  • Lift inspected/free of defects? 1926.451(f)(3)]

  • Lift operated on level surface/free of obstructions? 1926.452(w)(6)(i)

  • Outriggers (if required) used as needed? 1926.452(w)(5)

  • Both feet on floor of lift? 1926.453(b)(2)(iv)

  • Employees utilize PFAS when working from scissor lift? (Best Practice)

  • Workers trained on use of scissor lift? 1926.454(a)

  • Scissor lifts at least 10 feet from energized power lines? ANSI/SIA 92.6

  • Directional controls clearly marked? ANSI A92.6

  • Access gate/opening closed when working in lift? ANSI/SIA A92.6

  • Are lifts operated within the wind speed service limit? ANSI/SIA 92.6

  • Barricades erected to keep bystanders clear (as needed)? (Best Practice)

  • Floor of lift kept reasonably clean? (Best Practice)

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Concrete/Masonry

Concrete/Masonry

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

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

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

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

  • Shoring equipment inspected? 1926.703(b)(1)

  • Base plates secured to foundation/formwork? 1926.703(b)(6)

  • Limited access zone equal to wall height plus 4 feet? 1926.706(a)

  • Limited access zone strictly enforced? 1926.706(a)(4)

  • Walls over 8 feet braced to prevent collapse? 1926.706(b)

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Confined Space

Confined Space

  • Hazards of space evaluated prior to entry? 1926.1204(b)

  • Procedures in place for safe entry? 1926.1204(c)

  • Testing/monitoring equipment available? 1926.1204(d)

  • Ventilation equipment available? 1926.1204(d)(1)

  • Communications equipment available as needed? 1926.1204(d)(2)

  • Adequate lighting available as needed? 1926.1204(d)(5)

  • Equipment for safe egress available as needed? 1926.1204(d)(7)

  • Rescue and emergency equipment provided? 1926.1204(d)(8)

  • Atmosphere tested prior to entry? 1926.1204(e)(1)(i)

  • Periodic and/or continuous air monitoring completed? 1926.1204(e)(1)(ii)

  • Attendant available outside permit space? 1926.1204(f)(1)&(2)

  • Employee responsibilities defined/training completed? 1926.1204(h)

  • Procedures in place for summoning rescue services? 1926.1204(i)

  • Entry permit available for review? 1926.1205(c)

  • Employees received effective training? 1926.1207(a)

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Electrical Safety

Electrical Safety

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

  • GFCI used for temporary power connections? 1926.404(b)(1)(ii)

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

  • Are any electrical cords lying in free standing water

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

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

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

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

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

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Fire Safety

Fire Safety

  • Fire extinguishers in good condition/fully charged? 1926.150(a)(4)

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

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

  • Minimum one fire extinguisher per floor? 1926.150(c)(1)(iv)

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

  • Fire extinguishers mounted? (NFPA 10-6.1.3.8)

  • Gasoline stored in approved safety can or DOT container? 1926.152(a) / Interp Ltr

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

  • Fire extinguisher kept near gas powered equipment? (Best Practice)

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Health Hazards<br>

Health Hazards

  • Noise exposures monitored/controlled? 1926.52

  • Extreme heat exposures monitored/controlled? (5a1)

  • Extreme cold exposures monitored/controlled? (5a1)

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Respiratory Protection<br>

Respiratory Protection

  • Respiratory Protection Program established? 1910.134(c)(1)

  • Respirators used in hazardous atmospheres? 1910.134(a)(2)

  • Respirators properly maintained/sanitary? 1910.134(h)(2)(i)

  • Medical evaluation completed prior to fit-test? 1910.134(e)(1)

  • Fit-test completed prior to initial use/annually? 1910.134(f)(2)

  • Facial hair does not compromise respirator seal? 1910.134(g)(1)(i)

  • Approved respirator for application used? 1910.134(d)(1)(i)

  • Employees trained in proper respirator use? 1910.134(k)(1)

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Safety Training<br>

Respiratory Protection

  • Toolbox talks completed daily? 1926.21(b)(2)

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

  • Toolbox talks documented? (Best Practice)

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

  • Safety Orientation Training provided? OSHA Pub 2254

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Scaffolds (Rolling/Baker)

Scaffolds (Rolling/Baker)

  • Scaffolds inspected/free of defects? 1926.451(f)(3)

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

  • Platform clean/free of excessive debris? 1926.451(f)(13)

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

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

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

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

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

Resource Options Site Safety Inspection - Other/Misc.

Other/Misc.

  • Pre-shift stretching exercises completed? (Best Practice)

  • Steps taken to address icy/slippery surfaces? (Best Practice)

  • Surfaces reasonably level/free of slip/trip/fall hazards? (Best Practice)

  • Construction areas properly illuminated? 1926.56(a)

  • Are frequent/regular inspections of the jobsite completed? 1926.20(b)(2)

  • Defective equipment tagged or removed from jobsite? 1926.20(b)(3)

  • Is worksite free of unsafe conditions? Sec. 5(a)(1)

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