Safety & Health Compliance Checklist - duplicate

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

Abrasive Wheel Equipment - Grinders

• Is the work rest used and kept adjusted to within 1/8 inch of the wheel?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the adjustable tongue on the top side of the grinder used and kept adjusted to 1/4 inch?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do side guards cover the spindle, nut and flange and 75% of the wheel diameter?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are googles always worn when grinding?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the maximum RPM rating of each abrasive wheel compatible with the RPM rating of the grinder?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does each grinder have an individual on and off control switch?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is each electrically operated grinder effectively grounded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Before new abrasive wheels are mounted, are they visually inspected or ring tested?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Confined Space

• Are appropriate atmospheric tests performed to check for oxygen deficiency, toxic substances or explosive concentrations in the confined space before entry?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is adequate illumination provided for the work to be performed in the confined space?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the atmosphere inside the confined space frequently tested or continuously monitored during conduct of work?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an assigned safety standby, when required, whose sole responsibility is to watch the work in progress, and render assistance?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the standby employee appropriately trained and equipped to handle an emergency?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the stand by employee and other employees prohibited from entering the confined space without lifelines and respiratory equipment if there is any question as to the cause of an emergency?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is approved respiratory equipment required if the atmosphere inside the confined space cannot be made acceptable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all portable electrical equipment used inside the confined spaces either grounded and insulated or equipped with ground fault protection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Whenever combustion type equipment is used in a confined space, are provisions made to ensure the exhaust gases are vented outside of the enclosure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If the confined space is below ground and near areas where motor vehicles will be operating, is it possible for vehicle exhaust or carbon monoxide to enter the space?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical

• Do you specify compliance with OSHA for all contract electrical work?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all employees required to report as soon as practicable any obvious hazard to life or property observed in connection with electrical equipment or lines?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are portable electrical tools and equipment grounded or double insulated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do extension cords being used have a grounding conductor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are multiple plug adapters prohibited?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are cords with frayed or deteriorated insulation or exposed wiring repaired or replaced promptly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• In wet or damp locations, are electrical tools and equipment appropriate for the use or location or otherwise protected?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the location of electrical power lines and cables (overhead and underground) determined before digging?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the use of metal ladders prohibited in areas where the ladder or the person using the ladder could come in contact with energized parts of equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Employer Posting

• Is the required OSHA workplace poster displayed in a prominent location where all employees are likely to see it?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency telephone numbers posted where they can be readily found in case of an emergency?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the Summary of Occupational Illnesses and Injuries posted during the month of February?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Environmental Controls

• Are all work areas properly illuminated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all employees instructed in proper first aid and other emergency procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees aware of the hazards involved with the various chemicals they may be exposed to in their work environment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is employee exposure to chemicals in the workplace kept within acceptable levels?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are wet methods used, when practicable, to prevent the emission of asbestos fibers, silica dust and similar hazardous materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are engineering controls examined and maintained or replaced on a scheduled basis?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is personal protective equipment provided, used and maintained wherever required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there written standard operating procedures for the selection and use of respirators where needed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are restrooms kept clean and sanitary?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees' physical capacities assessed before they are assigned to jobs requiring heavy work?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees instructed in the proper manner of lifting heavy objects?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees screened before assignment to areas of high heat to determine if their health condition might make them more susceptible to having adverse reaction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are universal precautions observed where occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials can occur and in all instances where differentiation of types of body fluids or potentially infectious materials is difficult or impossible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Excavations

• Does the excavation have shielding or shoring if the trench is 5 feet deep?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the excavation have easily accessible entry and exit?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If the excavation has to remain open while unattended does it have barricading around it to prevent any unauthorized personnel from enterin the area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If the excavation is using the sloping method, it it at a 1.5:1 ratio?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the spoil pile a minimum of 2 feet from the edge?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is entry and exit provided every 25 feet?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Protection

• Are proper fire extinguishers provided in adequate number and type?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguishers mounted in readily accessible locations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguishers recharged regularly and noted on the inspection log?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees periodically instructed in the use of extinguishers and fire protection procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Flammable & Combustible Materials

• Is liquified petroleum gas stored, handled and used in accordance with safe practices and standards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are "NO SMOKING" signs posted on liquified petroleum gas tanks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are liquified petroleum storage tanks guarded to prevent damage from vehicles?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all solvent wastes and flammable liquids kept in fire resistant, covered containers until they are removed from the worksite?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are firm separators placed between containers of combustibles or flammables, when stacked one upon another, to assure they support stability?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguishers selected and provided for the types of materials in areas where they are to be used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are appropriate fire extinguishers mounted within 75 feet of outside areas containing flammable liquids, and within 10 feet any inside storage for such materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are extinguishers free from obstructions or blockage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all extinguishers serviced, maintained and tagged at intervals not to exceed one year?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all extinguishers fully charged and in their designated places?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are "NO SMOKING" signs posted where appropriate in areas where flammable or combustible materials are used or stored?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are safety cans used for dispensing flammable or combustible liquids at point of use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all spills of flammable or combustible liquids cleaned up promptly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are "NO SMOKING" rules enforced in areas involving storage and use of hazardous materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fueling

• Is it prohibited to fuel an internal combustion engine with a flammable liquid while the engine is running?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fueling operations done in such a manner that likelihood of spillage will be minimal?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When spillage occurs during fueling operations, is the spilled fuel washed away completely, evaporated or other measures taken to control vapors before restarting the engine?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fuel tank caps replaced and secured before starting the engine?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• In fueling operations, is there always metal contact between the container and the fuel tank?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fueling hoses of a type designed to handle the specific type of fuel?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is it prohibited to handle or transfer gasoline in open containers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are open lights, open flames or sparking, or arcing equipment prohibited near fueling or transfer of fuel operations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is smoking prohibited in the vicinity of fueling operations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Where fueling or transfer of fuel is done through a gravity flow system, are the nozzles of the self closing type?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hand Tools & Equipment

• Are tools and equipment (both company and employee owned) used by employees at their workplace in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hand tools such as chisels, punches, etc. which develop mushroomed heads during use, reconditioned, or replaced as necessary?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are broken or fractured handles on hammers and similar equipment replaced promptly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are worn or bent wrenches replaced regularly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees made aware of the hazards caused by faulty or improperly used hand tools?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are appropriate safety glasses, face shields, etc. used with hand tools or equipment that might produce flying materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tool handles wedged tightly in the head of all tools?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tool cutting edges kept sharp so the tool will move smoothly without skipping or binding?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tools stored in dry, secured locations where they won't be tampered with?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hazardous Chemical Exposure

• Are employees trained in the safe handling practices of hazardous chemicals?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees aware of the potential hazards involving various chemicals stored in the workplace?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is employee exposure to chemicals kept within acceptable levels?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are eye wash fountains and safety showers provided in areas where corrosive chemicals are handled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all employees required to use personal protective clothing and equipment when handling chemicals?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are flammable or toxic chemicals kept in closed containers when not in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have standard operating procedures been established and are they being followed when cleaning up chemical spills?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees prohibited from eating in areas where hazardous chemicals are present?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is personnel protective equipment provided, used and maintained wherever necessary?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are you familiar with the Threshold Limit Values or Permissible Exposure Limits of airborne contaminants and physical agents used in your workplace?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If combustible engines are used, is carbon monoxide kept within acceptable levels?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hazardous Substances Communication

• Is there a list of hazardous substances used in your workplace?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a current written exposure control plan for occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials, where applicable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a written hazard communication program dealing with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), labeling and employee training?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is each container for a hazardous substance labeled with product identity and a hazard warning (communication of the specific health hazards and physical hazards) ?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a Material Safety Data Sheet readily available for each hazardous substance used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an employee training program for hazardous substances?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does this program include:

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An explanation of what an MSDS is and how to use and obtain one?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• MSDS contents for each hazardous substance or class of substances?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An explanation of "Right to Know"?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Identification of where employees can see the employer's written hazard communication program and where hazardous substances are present in their work areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The physical and health hazards of substances in the work area, and specific protective measures to be used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Details of the hazard communication program, including how to use the labeling system and the MSDSs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the employee training program on the bloodborne pathogens standard contain the following elements:

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An accessible copy of the standard and an explanation of its contents?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A general explanation of the epidemiology and symptoms of bloodborne diseases?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An explanation of the modes of transmission of bloodborne pathogens?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An explanation of the employer's exposure control plan and the means by which employees can obtain a copy of the written plan?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An explanation of the appropriate methods for recognizing tasks and other activities that may involve exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An explanation of the use and limitations of methods that will prevent or reduce exposure, including appropriate engineering controls, work practices and personal protective equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Information on the types, proper use, location, removal, handling, decontamination and disposal of personal protective equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An explanation of the basis for the selection of personal protective equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Information on the Hepatitis B vaccine?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Information on the appropriate actions to take and persons to contact in an emergency involving blood or other potentially infectious materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An explanation of the procedure to follow if an exposure incident occurs, including the methods of reporting the incident and medical follow-up that will be made available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Information on post-exposure evaluations and follow-up?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• An explanation of signs, labels and color coding?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employee trained in the following:

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• How to recognize tasks that might result in occupational exposure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• How to use practice and engineering controls and personal protective equipment and to know their limitations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• How to obtain information on the types, selection, proper use, location, removal, handling, decontamination and disposal of personal protective equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Who to contact and what to do in an emergency?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Machine Guarding

• Is there a training program to instruct employees on safe methods of machine operation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate supervision to ensure that employees are following safe machine operating procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a regular program of safety inspection of machinery and equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all machinery and equipment kept clean and properly maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is sufficient clearance provided around and between machines to allow for safe operations, set-up and servicing, material handling and waste removal?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is equipment and machinery securely placed and anchored when necessary, to prevent tipping or other movement that could result in personal injury?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a power shut-off within reach of the operator's position at each machine?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are manually operated valves and switches controlling the operation of equipment and machines clearly identified and readily accessible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all emergency stop buttons colored red?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all moving chains and gears properly guarded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are machinery guards secure and so arranged that they do not offer a hazard in their use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Material Handling

• Are motorized vehicles and mechanized equipment inspected daily prior to use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hooks with safety latches or other arrangements used when hoisting materials so that slings or load attachments won't slip off the hoist hooks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are securing chains, ropes, or slings adequate for the job?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When hoisting material or equipment, are provisions made to assure no one will be passing under the suspended loads?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Noise

• Are there areas in the workplace where continuos noise levels exceed 85dba?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an ongoing preventative health program to educate employees in:

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Use of personal protection

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safe levels of noise exposure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Effects of noise on employee health?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have work areas where noise levels make voice communication between employees difficult been identified and posted?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are noise levels being measured using a sound level meter and are records being kept?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is approved hearing protective equipment available to every employee working in noisy areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If you use hearing protectors, are employees properly fitted and instructed in their use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees in high noise areas given periodic audio metric testing to ensure that you have an effective hearing protection system?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipment & Clothing

• Are protective googles or face shields provided and worn where there is any danger of flying particles?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are approved safety glasses required to be worn at all times in areas where there is a risk of eye injuries?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees who need corrective lenses in working environments, required to wear only approved safety glasses, or use other medically approved precautionary procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are protective gloves provided and required where employees could be cut or where there is reasonably anticipated exposure to corrosive liquids or chemicals?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hard hats provided and worn where danger of falling objects exists?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hard hats inspected periodically for damage to the shell and suspension system?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is appropriate foot protection required where there is risk of foot injuries from hot, corrosive, poisonous substances, falling objects, crushing or penetrating actions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all protective equipment maintained in a sanitary condition and ready for use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do you have eye wash facilities within the work area where employees are exposed to injurious corrosive materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is protection against the effects of occupational noise exposure provided when sound levels exceed those of the OSHA noise standard?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Portable Ladders

• Are all ladders maintained in good condition, joints between steps and side rails tight, all hardware and fittings securely attached and moveable parts operating freely without binding or undue play?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are non-slip safety feet provided on each ladder?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are non-slip safety feet provided on each metal or rung ladder?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ladder rungs and steps free of grease and oil?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is it prohibited to place ladders on boxes, barrels or other unstable bases to obtain additional height?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees instructed to face ladder when ascending and descending?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees prohibited from using ladders that are broken, missing steps, rungs or cleats, broken side rails or other faulty equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees instructed not to use the top step of ordinary stepladders as a step?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When portable ladders are used to gain access to elevated platforms, does the ladder always extend at least 3 feet above the elevated surface?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is it required that when portable rung or cleat-type ladders are used, the base be so placed that slipping will not occur, or that it is tied or held in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are portable metal ladders legibly marked with signs reading "CAUTION-do not use around metal equipment" or equivalent wording?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees prohibited from using ladders other than its intended purpose?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees instructed to only adjust extension ladders while standing at a base, not while standing on the ladder or from a position above the ladder?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are metal ladders inspected for damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the rungs of ladders uniformly spaced at 12 inches, center to center?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Portable (Power Operated) Tools & Equipment

• Are grinders, saws and similar equipment provided with appropriate safety guards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are power tools used with correct shield, guard or attachment recommended by the manufacturer?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are portable circular saws equipped with guards above and below the base shoe?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are circular saw guards checked to assure they are not wedged up, thus leaving the lower portion of the blade unguarded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are rotating or moving parts of equipment guarded to prevent physical contact?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all cord-connected, electrically operated tools and equipment actively grounded or of the approved double insulated type?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are effective guards in place over belts, pulleys, chains, sprockets, on equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are portable fans provided with full guards or screens having openings of 1/2 inch or less?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is hoisting equipment available and used for lifting heavy objects, and ate hoist ratings and characteristics appropriate for the task?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are pneumatic and hydraulic hoses on power-operated tools checked regularly for damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Safety & Health Program

• Do you have an active safety and health program in operation that deals with general safety and health program elements as well as the management of hazards specific to your worksite?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is one person clearly responsible for the overall activities of the safety and health program?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do you have a working procedure for handling in house employee complaints regarding safety and health?

  Yes

  No

  N/A