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Contamination and Irregularities (Indoor Walking and Working Surfaces)

  • Do tiles, linoleum, or other flooring have holes, cracks, or bumps?

  • Is carpeting buckled, loose, or frayed?

  • Are carpet edges curled up?

  • Does floor feel greasy or slippery?

  • Are liquid contaminants present (water, grease, oil, cleaning solutions, coffee, body fluids)?

  • Are dry contaminants present (powder, sawdust, dirt, flour, food, wax chips)?

  • Are there sudden changes in indoor floor elevation > 1/4"?

  • Are there metal grates or mesh flooring in the walkway?

  • Are water absorbent walk-off mats used in entrances?

  • Are slip-resistant mats used in wet areas?

Contamination and Irregularities (Outdoor Walking and Working Surfaces)

  • Are there gaps, cracks, or holes in the outdoor walkway > 1/2"

  • Are there metal grates or mesh flooring in the walkway?

  • Is the walkway uneven, with abrupt changes in level > 1/2"?

  • Is there debris (pebbles, rocks, leaves, grass clippings) on the walkway?

  • Are there any slippery conditions present (water, grease, ice, snow)?

  • Are concrete wheel stops in the parking areas highlighted with paint?

Drainage: Pipes and Drains

  • Are drains clogged or filled with debris?

  • Are pipes splashing water onto a walking surface?

  • Are outside drain pipes or down spouts spilling water on walkways?

  • Are pipes properly aligned with drains inside and outside of the facility?

Weather Conditions (Ice and Snow)

  • Are bins containing ice melting chemicals and scoops provided at areas of heavy pedestrian traffic?

  • Are ice-melting chemicals swept up once walkways are dry?

  • Is winter weather communications distribution system in place?

  • Is snow removal appropriately scheduled?

Stairs and Handrails

  • Are all handrails 34-38" from the floor?

  • Are handrails provided on slopes, ramps, stairs?

  • Do handrails extend at least as far as the last step?

  • Are handrails provided at steps (employee shuttle bus stop, entrances, conference and training rooms)?

  • Are the edges/noses of each step painted or marked?

  • Are stairway risers and steps all of uniform size?

Tripping Hazards (Clutter, Loose Cords, Hoses, Wires, and Medical Tubing)?

  • Are cords bundled using a cord organizer?

  • Are cords on the floor covered with a beveled protective cover or tape?

  • Are cords mounted under the desk or on equipment?

  • Are hallways, stairs, and walkways clear of clutter (boxes, cords, equipment)?

  • Is there appropriate storage (closet, shelves, hooks, lockers)?

  • Are stepstools available for use in areas with overhead storage?

  • Do rolling office chairs have a sturdy base (no less than 5 legs)?

Lighting (Indoors and Outdoors)

  • Are light bulbs burned out?

  • Are any areas dim, poorly lit, or shadowy?

  • Are lighting levels compliant with local codes, ANSI, and/or Illuminating Engineering Society (IESNA) recommendations?

Mats

  • Do mats have abrupt squared-off edges, lacking a bevel?

  • Are mat edges curled up or flipped over?

  • Do mats slide around on the floor?

Slip-Resistant Shoes

  • Are employees wearing slip-resistant shoes (safety shoe marked as slip-resistant)?

  • Do shoe soles have worn-down tread?

  • Is the shoe sole tread clogged with dirt, food, debris, or snow?

  • Are employees that must work outside wearing slip-resistant footwear?

Visual Cues

  • Are changes in walkway elevation highlighted?

  • Are curbs highlighted?

  • Are highly visible wet floor signs available and used correctly?

  • Are barriers available and used to prevent access into wet or dangerous areas?

  • Are wet floor signs removed promptly once floor is dry/clean?

Safety Products

  • Are the following products available and conveniently located throughout the facility?

  • Wall-mounted spill absorbent pads or paper towels?

  • Cups near water fountains?

  • Trash cans?

  • Pop-up tent floor signs?

  • Umbrella bags?

  • Barrier and access restriction devices?

Employee Communication

  • Do all employees know the contact number for the housekeeping department?

  • Are winter weather warnings distributed to staff through email?

  • Are all employees aware of the housekeeping procedures?

  • Do employees know where safety products are stored?

  • Are cleaning methods for all floors and paths recorded and displayed?

  • Are employees that use ladders trained in safe ladder use and maintenance?

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