Contributor: Safesite HQ 2 Jurisdiction: OSHA
Poor housekeeping attributs to many risks you discuss during safety meetings and training sessions including: slips, trips and falls, struck-by hazards, fires, lacerations, sanitation, and can even cause fatalities. Use this inspection to audit housekeeping at the workplace.
1. Are all walking surfaces, including entryways, free of debris and weather related hazards like water, snow, and ice.
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2. Are all walkways kept clear and free of protruding objects?
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3. Are all walkways free of cords, hoses, ropes, and other wires?
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4. Are spills cleaned up quickly?
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1. Are workspaces kept clear and free of debris or waste?
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2. In spaces that there is a collection of debris (lathes, presses, etc.) are they regularly swept or otherwise cleaned up?
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3. Is there proper drainage in the work area to keep the floors dry?
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4. Are spill kits readily available to employees?
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1. Are materials stored on shelves organized and free of clutter?
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2. Are materials stacked and stored out of the way of fire escapes, exits, or firefighting equipment?
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