Warrington Safety Audit

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• Summary of general audit observations:

• Performance rating. 10 being best (little or no risk) and 1 being worst (high risk for injury or fines)

Explanation of audit scoring

• All of the following audit questions will be answered in one of three ways:
  
  "Yes" (The jobsite performance met or exceeded expectations for this specific audit question.)
  "Improve"(The performance generally met expectations, but some specific improvements are needed.)
  "No" (The performance failed to meet expectations, or a serious violation was identified.)
  
  If an audit question does not apply to the jobsite's activities, the auditor will select N/A for "not applicable"

Previous inspection

• Has the last inspection been reviewed, items corrected and results documented?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Housekeeping

• Are walkways and working surfaces clearly marked or communicated?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are the floor surfaces free of clutter, debris, or waste products?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are the walking and working surfaces maintained in good condition (no slick surfaces, uneven surfaces, etc.)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are spilled liquids cleaned up promptly, and are the spilled materials properly reclaimed or discarded?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are stairways (including stair treads, landing areas, and railings) kept clear of materials, clutter, or debris?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Material Storage

• Are storage racks assembled in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and maintained in good repair?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are the maximum weight ratings posted for all storage shelves, and are the loads kept within the safe load limits?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are heavy objects stored on the lower shelves for better weight distribution (and ergonomic safety)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are pallets in good condition, without broken or protruding wood or nails?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are empty pallets properly stored (not stored on edge, and no large stacks or quantities of combustible pallets)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Exits and Loading Docks

Emergency Exits and Entrances

• Are the exit and entry routes kept clear of clutter, debris, or materials (minimum 28" wide continuous path)?<br>1910.36(g)(2)

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Is at least one illuminated EXIT signs clearly visible from any location in the building?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are all illuminated emergency exit signs operable?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are exit doors able to open from the direction of exit travel without the use of a key, special knowledge, or effort?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• (For exits near vehicle traffic) Are adequate barriers and warnings provided to prevent employees from stepping directly into traffic?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Loading Docks and Receiving Areas

• Are wheel chocks required and used when employees are loading or unloading trucks or trailers with a forklift?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Chemical Storage

Flammable Chemicals

• Are flammable cabinets being used for their intended purpose (no tools, PPE, food, corrosive chemicals, etc.)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Is at least one fire extinguishers located within a 50' radius of the flammable storage areas?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipment

• Do employees have personal protective equipment available for the recognized hazards in their work area?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are employees using personal protective equipment that is in good working order?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are employees storing their personal protective equipment properly?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Have employees received documented training on personal protective equipment (when it's required, proper selection, use, maintenance, storage, operational limitations, disposal, etc.)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Emergency First Aid Equipment

• Are first aid kits available, applicable for the facility, stocked and readily available?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Is an emergency eye wash readily available for employees who are handling corrosive or hazardous chemicals (and within a 50' clear walking path)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Is the path to the emergency eye wash unobstructed?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• (If the emergency eye wash unit is self-contained) Is the solution full and within it's expiration date?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Have at least one of the employees received documented first aid training within the past 2 years?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention and Response

• Are the fire alarm systems functioning correctly, and have they been inspected at least annually?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Fire Extinguishers

• Are fire extinguishers inspected regularly, and unobstructed (minimum 36" clearance)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are all fire extinguishers in good working order (fully charged, pin and tamper seal in place, etc.)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Do all fire extinguishers have a tag demonstrating they have received a documented annual inspection by a qualified individual?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Have the employees been trained how to use a fire extinguisher?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Emergency Action Plan

• Is the evacuation plan and map prominently displayed and understood by all employees?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Do employees know where to go (a safe zone) in an emergency, and is a "roll call" procedure in place?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are documented emergency action plan drills (fire, tornado, etc.) conducted on a periodic basis (3 - 4 times a year)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency numbers posted in a conspicuous location and kept up to date?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency supplies (chemical spill kit, etc.) stored in a location that is safely accessible during an emergency?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Material Handling

FLT safety

• Are the TMD forklift safety rules posted in areas where forklifts are being used?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Do all FLT operators have current training certifications?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are documented FLT equipment safety and maintenance inspections being filled out prior to each day's use?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are the FLTs free from obvious deficiencies (leaks, missing equipment, physical damage)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are all FLTs being operated safely?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are operators yielding to pedestrians and giving audible warnings (sounding horn or alarm) prior to backing up or entering blind intersections?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are all loads within the manufacturer's recommendations for the powered industrial equipment?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are employees following lockout / tagout procedures for FLTs

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Electrical Safety

• Are electrical panels and disconnects clear of obstruction and easily accessible (36" radial clearance minimum)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Do all electrical panels or junction boxes have "knockouts" covered, conduit holes capped, wiring covered, etc.?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are electrical panels and disconnects labeled with their available amperage and voltage?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Machine Guarding

• Are machine guards firmly secured and not easily removable?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are all point-of-operation guards provided, in place, and properly adjusted?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are belts and chain drives guarded?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Have pinch points and inward-running rollers been properly guarded?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Do the guards prevent worker’s hands (or other body parts) from making contact with other moving parts of the machine?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Ergonomics

• Can work be done without repetitive twisting, bending or lifting of the arms above the shoulder level?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Can employees keep their hands or wrists in a neutral position when they are working?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• If workers have to push or pull objects using great amounts of force, are mechanical aids provided?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Is work arranged so that workers are not required to lift and carry too much weight (no more than 50 lbs / employee)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are pressure points on body parts (such as wrists, forearms, backs of thighs) avoided?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are chairs and work benches adjusted, positioned, and arranged to minimize strain on the body?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are tools, instruments, and machinery shaped, positioned, and handled so that tasks can be performed comfortably?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are mechanical assists available to the worker performing material handling tasks?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Industrial Hygiene -

• Are welfare facilities to a good standard

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Noise

• Have noise levels in all areas been evaluated to determine if they are below 85 decibels for an 8 hour time-weighted average?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Have all employees exposed to over 85 dB TWA been included in a hearing conservation program?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• (Areas above 90 decibels 8hr TWA) Are employees required to wear hearing protection, and is it well stock and readily available?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Administrative

Required Postings - H&S policy

• Are the relevant HSE posters/policies in sight?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Morning meeting and Near Miss Incident Reporting

• Are employees having a morning meeting process and filling out the documentation correctly?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are employees able to explain the definition of a Near Miss incident?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are employees actively reporting and documenting Near Miss incidents and their corrective actions?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Management Engagement and Employee Involvement

• Have all the managers received formal training in safety and health management responsibilities?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Do management personnel consistently enforce and reinforce safe work practices through their words and actions?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Do employees feel they have a positive impact on identifying and resolving safety and health issues?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Office Areas

• Are the office aisles, walkways, and work areas free of trip and fall hazards (i.e. torn carpets, flipped door mats, boxes etc.)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are electrical cords, plugs, and power strips in good condition (not frayed, taped, spliced, or ground prong missing)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are computer work stations and work area ergonomically correct, and are workers following safe work practices?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Have possible struck-by hazards been identified and resolved (closed cabinet doors, file drawers, etc)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Outdoor storage / Yard

• Are items stored neatly in a logical fashion (accessible, accounted for, assigned to specific jobs, etc.)?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Are all other recognized hazards resolved in an appropriate manner?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Unsafe acts and conditions

• Are all employees following safe work practices for all items not specifically identified in this audit?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

• Have employees been receptive and responsive to any issues identified during the audit?

  Yes

  Improve

  No

  N/A

Auditor Signature

• Auditor

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