WORKPLACE INSPECTION CHECKLIST

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• Site conducted

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• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
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• Names of Inspectors:

• Location Inspected:

• Date:

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General

• Floors: clean, dry, free from debris, clutter, and trip hazards

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Signs are posted when floors are wet (e.g., when floors are washed, spills)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Aisles are marked, clear and unobstructed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Stairs and landings kept clear and unobstructed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Stairwells adequately lit; steps, treads, etc., in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Furniture/office equipment secure from tipping; appropriate for work being done

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Exits, Entrances and Exterior Parking Lot

• Doors are not blocked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Routes, signs, and doors clearly marked; exit signs easy to see; outside entrances

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Walkways and parking lots are free from snow, ice, water, grease, etc

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Outdoor stairs made of grating so that water and snow cannot build up on them

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hygiene and First Aid

• Washrooms are clean (chemicals are stored)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Washing facility available (soap, warm water)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First aid kits: supply inventory; treatment log; first aid training manual

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First aid certificates are posted and valid

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency eyewash (or showers) available and in working order

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Employees know how to get first aid when needed (ask a worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Material Handling and Storage

• Materials are neatly and safely stored

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage shelves are loaded only to capacity and heavy, awkward items are lower

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Step/ladders have non‐slip surfaces and are in good condition. Secured when stored

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Step/ladders are positioned and secured safely when in use (observe worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Work done above 3m follows “Working from Heights” policy and procedures

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Dock boards (bridge plates) used when loading or unloading from dock to truck

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Racks and platforms loaded only within the limits of their capacity

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Forklift operators are trained (ask worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• PPE is available and worn (observe)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• PPE is maintained (ask worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Training in PPE use and care (ask worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hazardous Substances

• Hazardous substances are properly labelled, stored, and disposed of (observe)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A safety data sheet (SDS) for each product is available and accessible (ask worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• WHMIS training: Safe use and storage of hazardous substances (ask worker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Flammable products stored properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Tools and Machinery

• Machines properly grounded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Guarding and safety devices in place

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safe operating procedures available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lockout procedures available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical

• Extension cords are secured and in good condition (no exposed wires or bent prongs)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Portable hand tools are grounded or double insulated; cord in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Machines properly grounded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Clear access to electrical panels and no combustible material stored/posted within 24 inches around

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Tools and Machinery

• Guarding and safety devices in place

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Start/Stop switches clearly marked and easy to reach

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safe operating procedures available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lockout procedures available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Defective tools are tagged and removed from service

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Proper training given in the safe use of tools and machinery

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Manufacturers’ manuals available for all tools and machinery

  Yes

  No

  N/A