SQS Inspection - General Areas

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SQS Area Inspection Checklist

Hallways and transit areas are free of obstacles and unnecessary items, (i.e pallets, buckets, hoses, old equipment (anything that could cause an accident)).
Wet or waxed floor provided with warning sign.
Ladders are in good physical condition (i.e, there is no corrosion).
Railings are provided on the opposite side of the stairs where required.
Ladders free of obstruction.
Exterior trash cans with lids on and not overfilled
Areas protected with UV lights and mouse traps and are in good condition
The walls, ceilings and floors are in good condition: no holes, cracks or unevenness that accumulate possible contamination
There are adequate drains to prevent water from accumulating and they are clean (free of glass accumulation, dirty, etc.).

Electrical Safety

The cables and electrical equipment have their complete isolation and do not have joints
Receptacles are in good condition
The electrical panels are identified, covered, secured and free of obstruction
The lighting of the area is adequate and there are no lamps damaged
All the electrical cords of the equipment in the desks are organized and is not loose or hanging.

There is free and safe space for the handling and movement of equipment in the work area
Work area has ONLY the necessary (materials and equipment) to perform the task (s). Work tables are clear and free of oil (i.e, no cell phones, personal items, etc.)
All locations of materials, equipment, work instruments, cabinets, drawers, rooms, areas, pipes, confined spaces, etc. are properly identified
The chairs are adequate and in good condition.
Materials are stored in such a way that they are stable and safe (chemical classification, separate cleaning products); Heavy material is stored close to the floor.

There is no visible contamination or obstruction in drainage ditches or storm trenches (oils, chemicals, garbage, debris, etc.).
Measures are being taken to protect the pluvial systems from pollution coming from nearby works (washing, painting, solvent).
The spill kit have evidence are sealed. (i.e. zip tie or tamper seal). If spill kit has been opened, verify missing contents and report to EHS.

Fire or emergency pull station triggers are unobstructed and at reach.
Fire extinguishers are inspected and recharged
The extinguisher areas are demarcated and free of obstacles
Personnel list for evacuation is updated and available
Evacuation diagram is visible in the areas.
The materials are stored at a minimum distance of 18 inches from the ceiling so as not to affect the operation of fire sprinklers

Over-writings duly corrected with signature and date. (Document what records and / or forms were verified)
Comments made have signature and date
Spaces and / or blank sections duly canceled with a crossed line, signature and date

Controlled documents have the red stamp that identifies it as: "Controlled Document".
Verify if the form, checklist, etc used is the current one in One QEHS
The records are identified and in good condition
Records and documentation completed duly filed