Information
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Audit Title
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Document No.
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Client / Site
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
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Personnel
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Select date
General
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Is workplace clean and in orderly condition(good housekeeping!)?
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Are all main entrances/exits clear of obstruction(s)?
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Are all hoses, electrical cords, or air lines secured or clear of walkway?
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Are all hot water lines insulated or labeled to prevent any employee incidents causing burn injuries?
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Has a hazard assessment been completed and the appropriate PPE been identified for each specific job?
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Are all warning signs/labels/tags in place and legible?
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Are exit signs/emergency lighting visible and working properly?
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Is flooring in work areas in good condition (free of cracks, slippery substances, or any openings which would cause possible injuries)?
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Are fire extinguishers in place and updated for use on small fire emergencies?<br> a. Extinguisher is full (dial indicates it is full when in green area)<br> b. Safety pin and seal are in place (indicates that it has not been used)<br> c. Hose is clear of any ready for discharge (should be clear of any trash or debris)<br> d. All labels are legible (should be able to read all precautions, instructions, and type of extinguisher for safe use)
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Do employees have all certification(s) for use of any company machinery or equipment for proper operation and safety?
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Are eyewashes/showers clean and clear for employee use (should not obstructed and be flushed out every time it is checked before initial use)?
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Are safety chains/handrails/guards at elevated stands or platforms in place and in good condition to prevent any falls or misplaced footing?
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Do employees have cell phones or any electronic devices in their possession while on the production floor?
Safety Lifting
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Are workers trained on using safe lifting techniques?<br> a. Size up/test load<br> b. Avoid heavy loads - split into small loads or ask for help<br> c. Bend knees to take pressure off of back when lifting<br> d. Consciously firm up abdominals when lifting<br> e. Never twist while lifting or holding a load
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Are employees using safety support belts properly, tightening straps for support and loosening after lifting is done?
Equipment and Electrical
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Electrical Equipment<br> a. Clean and working properly<br> b. Properly grounded<br> c. Proper clearances kept combustibles (paper, cardboard, or combustible liquids)<br> d. Adequately ventilated<br> e. Approved extension cords, extension cords with breakers, and multiple connectors used properly (e.g., not as fixed wiring)<br> f. Emergency Stop is in good working condition <br> f. Frayed or damaged electric cords replaced
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Machinery<br> a. Clean and working properly<br> b. Proper clearances kept from combustibles<br> c. Adequately ventilated <br> d. Emergency stop mechanisms identified and in working order<br> e. Mechanical safeguards in place and in working order<br> f. Emergency Stop is in good working condition
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Are all extension cords out of wet hazards and sealed with safety caps when not in use?
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Are extension cords free of knots, not pinched, or cut while in use?
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Are quick disconnects at employees reach for proper LO/TO application?
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Are employees familiar with proper shutdown of all electrical equipment, and do they know where to find procedures for proper LO/TO of equipment?
Personal Protective Equipment
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Are employees provided with and using hearing protection for noise hazardous equipment (noise level above 85 dBA)?
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Are employees provided with and using safety goggles/face shields when needed?
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Are employees provided with and using protective clothing (e.g., gloves, coats, aprons, coveralls)?
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Are employee shoes/boots steel-toed, slip resistant, electrocution resistant, and insulated safety shoes, are they worn when required?
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Do employees have locks on them for proper LO/TO, and are they locking out equipment before, during, and at the end of day to protect themselves along with co-workers?
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Do they have the proper fall protection in place?
Hazardous Materials
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Do you have any hazardous materials in your work area?
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If you have any hazardous materials, are the MSDSs available?
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If you have hazardous materials, have they been inventoried within the last year?
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When transferring chemical materials from the original container to a secondary container are the secondary containers labeled with the proper name and hazard warnings, including target organs affected by an exposure?
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Please list any hazardous materials (by name and quantity) missing from any chemical inventories for this work area.