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General Housekeeping Inspection

Contributor: Safesite HQ 2 Jurisdiction: OSHA

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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.

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General Housekeeping Inspection

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Walking/Pedestrian AreasSection 1 of 3 with 4 Questions

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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Work AreasSection 2 of 3 with 4 Questions

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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StorageSection 3 of 3 with 2 Questions

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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