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SQS Area Inspection Checklist
Facilities/Housekeeping
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Hallways and transit areas are free of obstacles and unnecessary items, (i.e pallets, buckets, hoses, old equipment (anything that could cause an accident)).
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Wet or waxed floor provided with warning sign.
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Ladders are in good physical condition (i.e, there is no corrosion).
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Railings are provided on the opposite side of the stairs where required.
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Ladders free of obstruction.
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Ladder steps are found without oil or grease stains.
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If there are stairs or other defective equipment (without shoes covers, without rungs and / or modifications), they are identified with DANGER or OUT OF USE signs.
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Exterior trash cans with lids on and not overfilled
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Areas protected with UV lights and mouse traps and are in good condition
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The walls, ceilings and floors are in good condition: no holes, cracks or unevenness that accumulate possible contamination
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There are adequate drains to prevent water from accumulating and they are clean (free of glass accumulation, dirty, etc.).
Electrical Safety
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The cables and electrical equipment have their complete isolation and do not have joints
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Electrical connections comply with the electrical classification of the area
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Receptacles are in good condition
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Portable electrical equipment is grounded
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The electrical panels are identified, covered, secured and free of obstruction
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The lighting of the area is adequate and there are no lamps damaged
Work Area: Safety/GMP/5S
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There is free and safe space for the handling and movement of equipment in the work area
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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.)
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All locations of materials, equipment, work instruments, cabinets, drawers, rooms, areas, pipes, confined spaces, etc. are properly identified
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The required equipment (reagents, cleaning equipment, sanitizers, materials) are organized: in the demarcated area (designated area)
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Floor demarcations are in good condition and identified
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The equipment, walls, ceilings, surroundings, pipes, etc. are clean
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Shelves, cabinets, racks, etc. taller than 4 "are anchored to the wall or floor
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Bench equipment are anchored to the floor
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Heavy and large equipment is secured to the wall or floor
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Areas are checked to avoid damage by sharp and / or sharp objects
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The operation points, pinch points and rotating parts of each equipment have been covered with guards that do not allow accidental contact with them while they are in movement
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Compressed air used for cleaning does not exceed 30 psi
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Hydraulic and / or pneumatic hoses of the equipment are in good condition
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The pipe insulation is in good condition
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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
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Flammable products are stored only inside cabinets approved for such use or areas designed for this purpose
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The daily inspection of the forklift and aerial platforms had been completed
Waste Management
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Hazardous waste are located in a properly identified satellite area
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Limits of quantity and time of storage of dangerous waste in satellite areas are in compliance
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The oil disposition is adequate; the containers of oil (waste) are labeled and there is no trace of spillage in the area
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Spill kits are available in the area
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Recyclable materials are been accumulating properly for recovery
Spill Prevention
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The containers of dangerous material or oil are properly closed, labeled and have secondary containment
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There are no leaks of any equipment / components (e.g. tanks, pipes, pumps, etc.).
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There is no visible contamination or obstruction in drainage ditches or storm trenches (oils, chemicals, garbage, debris, etc.).
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Measures are being taken to protect the pluvial systems from pollution coming from nearby works (washing, painting, solvent).
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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.
Hazardous Communication
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Area personnel knows where to find the SDS
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The area is labeled with the necessary personal protective equipment
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Areas, utilities stations and containers are properly labeled
Personal Protection Equipment
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The employees are using personal protective equipment correctly
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Visitors wear appropriate protective clothing as required by the area (closed shoes, glasses, ear plugs, etc.)
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No use of jewelry in manufacturing areas
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Personnel eating chewing gum or food in non-designated areas
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Eye wash station and safety showers are kept clear of obstruction and are inspected
Fire Protection
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Fire hoses are identified and available for use.
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Fire or emergency pull station triggers are unobstructed and at reach.
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Fire extinguishers are inspected and recharged
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The extinguisher areas are demarcated and free of obstacles
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Personnel list for evacuation is updated and available
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Evacuation diagram is visible in the areas.
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The materials are stored at a minimum distance of 18 inches from the ceiling so as not to affect the operation of fire sprinklers
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The cloth storage containers contaminated with oil or alcohol are labeled "Contaminated solvent wipes" and container is closed
Emergency Exits
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Emergency exits are properly identified; signs visible and in good condition
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Emergency exits are free of obstruction
Good Documentation Practices
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Over-writings duly corrected with signature and date. (Document what records and / or forms were verified)
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Comments made have signature and date
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Spaces and / or blank sections duly canceled with a crossed line, signature and date
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Documents duly completed (no missing data: Ex: temp., Pressure, signatures, dates, etc.)
Document Control
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Controlled documents have the red stamp that identifies it as: "Controlled Document".
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Verify if the form, checklist, etc used is the current one in One QEHS
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The records are identified and in good condition
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Records and documentation completed duly filed
