Safety and Health Inspection Checklist

Name of Project: __________________________________

Date: ___________________________________

Location: ________________________________________

Name of Inspector: ________________________

Yes

A. Site Premises
a. Free of slip, trip or fall hazards
b. Free of protrusions such as rebars, nails, etc.
c. Openings are barricaded or covered
d. Passageways are clear and unobstructed
e. Passageways have sufficient width for
normal movements (at least 28 inches wide).
f. No electrical flying connections
g. Tools materials and products are sorted and
in proper location.
h. Unnecessary items are disposed off properly
in the work area.
i. All stacks are stable and secure against
sliding and collpase.
j. Ramps and stairways are of adequate width and
provided with handrails
k. Safe walkway are provided for pedestrians.
l. Posters and safety signs are posted and provided
m. High standard of cleanliness in the workplace
n. Illuminated adequately
o. Lighting fixtures are clean
p. Adequate ventilation
q. Portable fire extinguishers are available,
operational, and properly mounted.
r. Proper signage are installed where applicable
s. Clean and properly maintained welfare facilities
t. First aid kit available and adequately stocked
u. Safety meetings held periodically
v. Job related safety training
w. Accident reporting procedures established
x. Substance abuse policy in-place
y. Injury records being kept
z. Emergency telephone numbers posted
aa. Traffic routes identified
ab. New employee orientation completed
B. Orderliness and Material Storage
a. General orderliness
b. Regular disposal of waste and trash
c. Trash containers
d. Nails removed or bent down
e. Spills cleaned up promptly
f. Drinking water available
g. Stability of materials in storage
h. Control of combustibles
i. Men lifting properly
j. Correct use of material handling equipment
k. Dust protection
C. Electrical Safety
a. No exposed electrical wires
b. No broken insulation on cords
c. Controls are labeled

No

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Name of Project: __________________________________

Date: ___________________________________

Location: ________________________________________

Name of Inspector: ________________________

Yes

d. No cracked or broken receptacle covers

e. GFCIs in wet or damp areas
f. No broken or bent ground prongs on plugs
g. Power tools do not have broken or cracked casings
h. Electrical PPE available for authorized employees
i. Breaker panels have covers & breakers are labeled
j. Electric utility rooms are posted Authorized
Employees Only"
k. Employees trained to know that only authorized
employees may conduct repairs
l. To inspect electrical tools before use
m. To report electrical hazards immediately
n. To inspect plug, cord and receptacles before plugging
in equipment
o. Not use broken or damaged electrical tools or
equipment
p. To use Lockout Tagout before repairs
q. To get specific authorization before working on
energized equipment
r. To boundary-off electrical work areas
s. Electrical devices have current inspection and coding
t. Electrical equipment properly maintained
u. Equipment properly grounded
v. Assured equipment grounding program established
w. GFCI used and tested where required
x. Fuses provided
y. Electrical dangers posted
z. Proper fire extinguisher(s) provided
aa. Terminal boxes equipped with required covers
(covers used)
ab. To properly inspect and use electrical PPE
ac. Electrical high voltage identification
ad. Terminal boxes covered
ae. Lighting, temporary light guards & bulbs provided
af. Electric service designated 220 V or higher
ag. Power tools do not have broken or cracked casings
ah. Protection insulation rubber protective equipment
ai. Rubber goods test program gloves, sleeves,
blankets, client/vendor
D. Fire Protection / Prevention
a. Adequate number and type of fire extinguisher(s)
available
b. Fire extinguisher training accomplished
c. Phone number of fire department posted
d. Fire extinguisher(s) provided on appropriate
equipment
e. All flammable liquids in approved contain
f. Fuel supplies protected from accidental impact
g. Fire training to appropriate personnel
h. Equipment shut down prior to refueling

No

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Name of Project: __________________________________

Date: ___________________________________

Location: ________________________________________

Name of Inspector: ________________________

Yes

i. Equipment properly grounded to fuel trucks before

refueling
j. No Smoking signs posted and enforced
k. Hydrants clear, access to public thoroughfare open
l. Flame & work permits
E. Personal Protective Equipment
a. Hazard evaluation accomplished and certified
b. Proper equipment adequate for exposure
c. Employees issued PPE where needed
d. PPE is being used where needed
e. Employees trained in use of PPE
f. Inspections being accomplished periodically/before
and after use
g. Adequate maintenance and sanitary storage
available/utilized
h. Adequate fall protection, harnesses provided
i. Eye Protection
j. Face protection (glasses, goggles, shields)
k. Respirators, Masks
l. Respirators used for harmful dust, asbestos, sand
blasting, welding (lead paint & galvanized zinc or
cadmium)
m. Hearing protection
n. Foot protection
o. Hand protection, gloves
p. Head protection, hard hats
F. Welding and Cutting
a. Welding hoses and cords controlled out of the way
b. Shields and spark catches
c. Goggles, gloves, clothing
d. Electrical equipment grounded properly
e. Power cables and hoses protected and in good repair
f. Rods not left in holders
g. Fire extinguishers
h. Fire hazard inspections and protection/flame permits
issued
i. Gas cylinders secured upright
j. Fuel gas and oxygen separation in storage
k. Flow gages and regulators maintained, removed when
not in use
l. Cylinder caps as required
m. Inert gas protection, sampling, and monitoring
m. Reverse and straight polarity controlled
o. Bulk gas manifold systems properly installed, routed,
identified, and maintained
G. Emergency Exits
a. All exit access, exit and exit discharge are clear
and unobstructed.

No

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Name of Project: __________________________________

Date: ___________________________________

Location: ________________________________________

Name of Inspector: ________________________

Yes

b. Exit signs are properly illuminated

H. Working Platforms
a. Working platforms are at least 24 inches
b. Standard guardrails and toe boards are installed
c. Use of non-skid floors
d. Safety nets are installed below for platforms without
standard guardrails
e. Proper and safe access
f. No accumulation of tools or materials
I. Scaffoldings
a. All structural members free from defects and meet
safety requirements
b. All the uprights of the scaffold are mounted on proper
base plate/erected on solid meeting
c. No parts of the scaffold, including ties, have been
removed after it was erected
d. The scaffold is secured by bracings/tied to structure
e. The platforms are close boarded with scaffold boards
or planks or proper grade of timber without obvious
defects
f. Scaffold plumb and square, with cross-bracing?
g. Standard guardrails, midrails and toeboards are
installed
h. Proper access to all parts of the scaffold platforms
i. Materials are evenly distributed over the scaffolds
designed to carry materials, and they are not overloaded
J. Ladders
a. Ladders inspected & in good condition
b. Ladders used properly for type of exposure
c. Ladders secured to prevent slipping, sliding, or falling
d. Siderails extended 36 above top of landing
e. No ladders spliced
f. Rungs or cleats not over 12 on center
g. Proper maintenance and storage
h. No painted ladders
i. Ladders exceeding 20 ft have fall protection
j. Aluminum ladders of sufficient strength for task
k. Metal ladders not used near electrical equipment
l. Fixed ladders or permanent ladders are equipped with
cages
m. 3 feet extension (handhold) above roof if used for
access
K. Excavations
a. Excavation permits executed.
b. Proper support structure is provided
c. No presence of water in the excavation

No

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Name of Project: __________________________________

Date: ___________________________________

Location: ________________________________________

Name of Inspector: ________________________

Yes

d. Ambient conditions is checked regularly for hazardous

substances
e. Shoring and sloping for soil type
f. Adjacent structures properly shored.
g. Adjacent roads and sidewalks supported and
protected
h. Soil, materials and/or equipment kept or stored at a
safe distance from edge of excavation, minimum 2 feet
i. Ladders and ramps every 25 feet
j. Excavation barricaded and lighting provided.
k. Equipment kept a safe distance from edge of
excavation
l. Equipment ramps adequate
m. Underground piping and electrical lines and identified
adequate support provided
n. Proper supervision including competent person
designated daily inspection
L. Barricades
a. Floor openings
b. Roadways, sidewalks, and stairs
c. Adequate lighting
d. Traffic controls
e. Trenches and excavations
f. Special work overhead, sandblasting, radiation, etc.
g. Signs as required
h. Elevator shaft openings
M. Confined Space
a. Confined Space entry training conducted
b. Signs posted to identify confined spaces
c. Personal protective equipment specified
d. Standby person
e. Emergency equipment for standby person
f. Permit required precautions taken
g. All required signatures for entry/testing
h. Permits posted prior to start of work
i. Permits retained a minimum of two years
N. Lockout Tagout
a. No broken valve hand-wheels, controls or switches
b. All control valves and switches are labeled
c. Each authorized employee has been issued locks &
tags
d. Locks & tags are standardized throughout facility
e. Locks & tags are identifiable to a specific employee
f. Locks & tags are not used for other purposes
g. Locking devices are available for every type isolation
device
h. Material used to affix tag rated at 50 pounds or
greater no strings allowed
i. All breakers are labeled

No

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Safety and Health Inspection Checklist

Name of Project: __________________________________

Date: ___________________________________

Location: ________________________________________

Name of Inspector: ________________________

Yes

j. Workers trained that only authorized employees may

attach a lock & tag
k. That only the person who attached the lock & tag may
remove it
l. To verify isolation before beginning work
m. To notify affected employees before locking out
equipment
n. To re-install machine guards before removing locks &
tags
o. To notify affected employees before removing locks
or re-starting
O. Hand Tools
a. Proper tool for each job
b. Correct use
c. Inspection & maintenance
d. Neat storage
e. Safe carrying
f. Tool defects repair facilities
P. Power Tools
a. Proper operator protection
b. Tools and cords in good condition
c. Proper instruction in use
d. Mechanical guards in place
e. Tools stored properly
f. Correct tools for the job
g. Inspected maintenance and repair
h. Adequate protection for nearby personnel
i. Properly grounded or double insulated
j. Damaged or malfunctioning tools tagged out until
repaired or replaced
k. All operators qualified
l. Tools protected from unauthorized use
m. Cords included in electrical inspections
Q. Powder-Activated Tools
a. Laws and ordinances complied with
b. Operators qualified vendor trained
c. Controlled storage
d. Competent instructions & supervision
e. Inspection & maintenance
f. Protection of other workers
g. Safety goggles or face shield
R. Hoists, Cranes, Derricks, and Rigging
a. Rented cranes inspected & all deficiencies corrected
b. Operators properly trained/licensed
c. Crane chart is cab
d. Tag line in use
e. Correct rigging & proper storage
f. Equipment firmly supported
g. Outriggers used fully extended

No

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Name of Project: __________________________________

Date: ___________________________________

Location: ________________________________________

Name of Inspector: ________________________

Yes

h. Power lines de-energized, clearances maintained

i. Signalmen work as instructed and trained
j. Proper signals understood & posted
k. Inspection and maintenance logs maintained
l. Swing radius barricades
m. Chokers, chains, slings & shackles inspected &
maintained
n. High wind operating restriction level (30 mph or mfg.s
limits)
n. Elevator floor gates and signal system
o. Chain fall used correctly
S. Heavy Equipment
a. Proper operation
b. Operators qualified/tested
c. Regular monthly inspection, maintenance & service
d. All personnel seated
e. Correct parking procedures
f. Wheels chocked when necessary
g. Speed limit control
h. Dump bed chocks and tie-downs
i. Compressed air safety valves
j. Noise arrestors used
k. Back-up alarms
l. Flagmen where needed
m. Fire extinguishers installed on gas fueled equipment
n. Rollover protection and seatbelt use
T. Motor Vehicles
a. Regular inspection, maintenance, and service
b. Licensed operators, on and off road
c. Current licenses maintained
d. Local and state vehicle laws and regulations observed
e. Speed limit control
f. Weight limits and load sizes controlled
g. All personnel seated and seats provided
h. Glass in good condition
i. Back up alarms
j. Accident/incident report forms in glove compartment
k. Fire extinguishers installed
l. Parking not to obstruct traffic or work operations
m. Control of personal cars on site
U. Environmental Safety
a. Posting temporary waste area properly
b. Hazardous Waste Management
c. Hazardous waste storage
d. Certified shipper and ultimate disposal site
e. Proof of insurability of transporter and operations
disposal
f. Natural waterways protection

No

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Name of Project: __________________________________

Date: ___________________________________

Location: ________________________________________

Name of Inspector: ________________________

Yes

g. Personnel training and records

h. Personnel protection
i. Container integrity and packaging
j. Marking & labeling
h. Communications for emergencies and operations
i. Contingency plan
j. Inspection procedures
k. Waste storage and area fence integrity Locked
gates
V. Occupational Health
a. Health and Safety Program available and reviewed
with workers?
b. Occupational Health Physician
c. Occupational Health Nurse
d. First Aider
e. Clinic
f. Number of Bed
g. First Aid Cabinet
h. Canteen
i. Drinking Water Station
j. Portalet
W. Health Hazard Control
a. Sampling and logging
b. Times of exposures on time cards
c. Medical records
d. Personal Protection
X. Hazard Communication
a. Written program
b. MSDS on file or available
c. Control and disposal measure(s) established
d. Material properly stored and labeled
e. Labels legible
f. Log of all chemicals on site available
g. Employees trained in Hazard Communications
h. Documentation of training
Y. Flammable Gases and Liquids
a. Correct containers used
b. Containers clearly identified
c. Proper storage fire rated cabinets
d. Fire hazards checked after hours inspections
e. Grounding and bonding systems
f. Fire extinguisher protection
g. Carts for moving cylinders secured upright during
moves
h. Dikes bulk storage facilities

No

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