Title Page
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Client / Site
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Building #
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Location
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Conducted on (Date and Time)
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Inspected by
General Inspection
General Information
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SST General Safety Audit
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What areas are to be audited
- Hex Press
- Tapers Machines
- Machine Shop
- Inventory Shelves
- Bearing Press
- Straights
- Injections
- Shipping
General Warehouse Areas
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Are aisles clear and open for material transfers? <br>• No product shall be stored in aisles where it blocks equipment maneuvering.
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No pallets or parts cages laying out in isles. no loose parts laying about in the middle of the aisles.
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Are Personnel and Bay doors all clear of obstruction and properly Identified<br>I.E: No debris laying in Entryways. Exit Signs posted above. <br>• Inspect both inside and outside for blockage of the exits. <br>• All exit signs should be lit & all emergency lights tested.
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Are designated open areas clear of blockage? <br>• Such areas include 18 inch perimeters along interior walls as well as electrical panels and eye wash units.
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Are fire extinguishers and overhead fire sprinklers up to date for inspections and in good condition?<br>• Verify employees have received appropriate training and education.
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Are all pallets in good condition? <br>• Empty pallets must be stored properly. <br>• No broken or protruding wood or nails. <br>• No pallets on edge. <br>• Avoid storing empty pallets in quantities or densities in excess of O.H. fire sprinkler combustible load ratings.
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Are overhead lighting, skylights, and roofs in good condition? <br>• Check for leaks, broken panels/light bulbs, and missing bulb shields.
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Are loose/unboxed materials stacked properly?<br>• Properly stored by blocking, interlocking or limiting the height of the pile.<br>• Insure product stack heights are inforced to prevent container crushing and falling materials.
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Are all bags, containers, bundles, etc. stored in tiers that are stacked, blocked, interlocked and limited in height? <br>*Stable and secure to prevent sliding or collapse.<br>*Un-cut hex bundles and Tubing properly bound and stacked
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Are all employees use proper personal protective equipment, such as gloves and safety glasses where it is required.
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All hazardous materials' containers are properly labeled?<br>• Indicated chemical’s identity, the manufacturer’s name and address, and appropriate hazard warnings.
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Are all chemicals stored according to the manufacturer’s recommendations and local or national fire codes. (i.e. flammable cabinets, cans, etc.)?
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Are all employees use the proper lifting technique for the materials being handled?
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Products and containers that are most frequently moved by hand are stored at rack heights that minimize bending / stooping or excess reach to pick up or place?
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Ladders have proper side rails and are in good working condition.
Hex Press
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Are machine safe guards proper secured and in good condition?
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Are electrical panels properly labeled and covered?
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Are electrical panel entry points free of obstruction for a minimum of 3 feet?
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Are pinch points properly labeled?
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Is the general area free from clutter and debris?
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Are emergency stops functioning properly?
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Are light curtains functions properly?
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Are change over parts stored in their correct area?
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Are wood pallets stored and stacked properly?
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Is the material transporting tool in good condtion?
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I.E Transporting straps do not have exposed inner materials.
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Is all tooling functioning properly?
Tapers Machines
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Is loose tubing secure on table?
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Is the general area free from clutter and debris?
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Are oil spills cleaned up?
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Are machine safe guards proper secured and in good condition?
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Are emergency stops functioning properly?
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Are exit areas clear and free of debris?
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Is all tooling functioning properly?
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Are pinch points properly labeled?
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Are electrical panel entry points free of obstruction for a minimum of 3 feet?
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Are electrical panels properly labeled and covered?
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Are light curtains functions properly?
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Is there excessive oil on the floor?
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Is house keeping around machines well maintained?
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Are work instructions for safely operating the machine nearby and accessible?
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Are loose items on shelves secure?
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Are skids and/or cages stored properly?
Machine Shop
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Is the general area free from clutter and debris?
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Are exit areas clear and free of debris?
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Are oil spills cleaned up?
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Are skids and/or cages stored properly?
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Are electrical panel entry points free of obstruction for a minimum of 3 feet?
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Are electrical panels properly labeled and covered?
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Is all tooling functioning properly?
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Is house keeping around machines well maintained?
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Are pinch points properly labeled?
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Are machine safe guards proper secured and in good condition?
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Are loose items on shelves secure?
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Are cranes functioning Properly and weight limits posted?
Inventory Shelving
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Are rack uprights and beams in good condition? <br>• Bent racks and beams must be repaired or replaced. <br>• All racks should be bolted to the floor.
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Are the aisles and racks properly labeled?
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Is metal screening on one racks that are holding inventory?
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Are all items on shelves properly secured?
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No spills and leaks in aisles?
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Aisles are free of debris?
Bearing Press
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Are stools in good condition?
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Manual presses in good working condition?
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Is the area is free of clutter and debris?
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Are work tables in good condition?
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Are wooden pallets placed in their proper areas?
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Is all tooling in good condition?
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Is material on shelves prevent poor lifting practices?
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Are good lifting procedures being practiced?
Straights Department
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Is the general area clear of clutter and debris?
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Are fatigue mats in good condition?
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Is machinery in good working condition?
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Are safe guards functioning properly and in good condition?
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Are emergency stops working?
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Are aisles ways clear?
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Are electrical panels clearly labeled and accessible?
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Are electrical panels covered?
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Are oil spills cleaned up?
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Are cages and/or pallets stored properly?
Injections
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Are machine safe guards in good condition and working properly?
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Are hazard/pinch points properly marked?
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Are electrical panels clear of debris and Labeled properly?
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Are electrical panels covered?
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Is the safe guards on tooling in good condition?
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I.E: Guards on saw and grinders
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Are vacuum hoses functioning properly?
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Aisles clear of debris and accessible?
Dock Areas (Exterior and Interior)
Dock Areas (Exterior)
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Are approach roads and staging areas (yard) clear for maneuvering, well drained, free of potholes and are all signs in place and legible?
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Is the approach to the dock well drained and free from potholes or other obstructions? <br>• Pay particular attention to snow, ice, storm water and debris build up.
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Are dock positions clearly marked with painted lines that the drivers can see to help them spot their trailer accurately?
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Are all exterior lights working properly? <br>• This item will need to be inspected during the evening when lights are functioning.
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Are wheel chocks and/or trailer restraint systems working properly? <br>• If trailer restraint systems are in use remember to inspect for proper locking and indicator light function both inside and outside. <br>• Ensure tractors are disconnected from trailer.
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Are "attractive nuisances" controlled or removed from around the facility? <br>• An attractive nuisance is any feature that might attract children, vandals, vagrants or other undesirable activities (i.e. concrete culverts, stacks of pallets, etc.).
Dock Areas (Interior)
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Are visitors and drivers remaining in designated safe areas and walkways?
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Are all interior overhead lights and trailer lights in the dock area operating properly? <br>• Test all lights that might be off at time of inspection to be sure they work properly
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Do dock doors work properly and close completely? <br>• Ensure that all doors in use open and close smoothly. <br>• Inspect automatic stops and auto-reversing functions on powered doors
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Are dock doors closed when not in use? <br>• Closed doors should seal well with the floor and dock leveling plate.
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Is there sufficient room to maneuver materials? <br>• Dock area floors should be clean and free of trash, debris, or stored items that block the safe passage of loaded equipment
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Are there sufficient waste cans for the area and are those cans properly labeled and emptied on a regular basis? <br>• In general, floors, ceilings, and exhaust fans are clean and free of cobwebs and dust buildup.
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Is there adequate natural or mechanical ventilation to control any potential atmospheric hazards? <br>• Where propane-powered equipment is in use, the ventilation must be tested to rule out excess carbon dioxide/monoxide. An Industrial Hygienist may need to do testing.
Equipment Check
Equipment Checks
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Are all ladders and hand tools are in good condition? <br>• Remove any unsafe equipment from service while awaiting repair.
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Are forklifts being operated safely and inspected at the start of every shift? <br>• Observe powered industrial truck operations and review training certifications to confirm operators have been adequately trained and evaluated.
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Do forklifts have functioning warning devices such as back-up alarms, strobes, or horns? <br>• Test equipment as needed, report repairs,and tag out equipment that is unsafe until repairs are made.
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Are battery charging/changing areas designated for that purpose and contain appropriate emergency flushing facilities (i.e. eyewash and shower)?
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Are guards in place for any hazard points on moving equipment such as belt guards on compressors or conveyors? <br>• Inspect all powered work tools as well (i.e. cords, insulation, shrouds, casing, guards, etc.).
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Are propane tanks stored correctly and are the tank exchange and/or tank filling areas properly maintained? <br>• Appropriate signs are in place and area is free of trash.
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Are all fire sprinkler control valves in their open position? <br>• Do a visual check to insure the valves are fully open.
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Are all powered industrial trucks (i.e. forklifts) meet the design and construction requirements established in regulatory standards?
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Are the original capacity, operation and maintenance instruction plates, tags or decals on powered industrial trucks in place and legible?<br>• All authorized equipment and accessory modifications are also identified on those labels/tags/decals.
Training & General Safety
Training and General Safety
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Are all employees properly trained and is training and certification up to date? <br>• Inspect records to verify training is documented and up to date.
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Are emergency evacuation routes and guidelines posted?
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Are the appropriate posters posted in a conspicuous place?
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Are your employees actively and meaningfully involved in workplace safety programs? (i.e. participate in accident investigations, self inspection, committees, etc.)
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Are accidents, near misses and injuries being investigated and are unsafe conditions being corrected, reported/documented in a timely manner?
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Are MSDS available to employees and are they up to date and complete?
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Are location security process and equipment in place and operating well? <br>• Inspect identification badges, uniforms, and intrusion alarms. <br>• Verify monitoring services and equipment tests.
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Are proper and safe work practices factored in when determining the appropriate time requirements to perform tasks?
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Are all employees properly trained and outfitted for weather/temperature extremes? (i.e. heat stress, cold weather, refrigerated storage areas, etc.)
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Are newly-hired employees receive documented general material handling and task-specific ergonomics training? <br>• Verify through observations that employees practice safe lifting techniques on the job.
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Are all employees trained in the requirements of the hazard communication standard?<br>• Including a review of each MSDS and the specifics of existing and potential hazards of chemicals in the work place, precautions and safe work practices.
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Is employee training documented?
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Is a documented pre-work program for review of all outside contractor activities in place to ensure the work they will perform and the materials they will use are compatible with the activities and materials in use in the area of their work?
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Is refresher training and evaluation conducted and documented whenever a powered industrial truck operator has been observed operating a vehicle in an unsafe manner or has been involved in an accident or a near-miss incident?
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Is refresher training and evaluation conducted and documented whenever a powered industrial truck operator is assigned to drive a different piece of equipment, attachment, or the nature of the employee's duties change in any way that might impact safety?
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Are evaluations of each powered industrial truck operator's performance conducted at least once every three years to verify they are working in accordance with established safety practices? <br>• Records are on file to document the evaluations.
Completion
Recommendation
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Write recommendations here
Completion
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Full Name and Signature of Inspector
