Inspection Checklist for Manufacturing Facilities - CCOHS

Is training provided for each person newly assigned to a job?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Does initial training include a thorough review of hazards and accidents associated with the job?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is adequate instruction in the use of personal protective equipment provided?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is training for the use of emergency equipment provided?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are workers knowledgeable in the Right to Refuse" procedures?"

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are resources available to deal with very hot or very cold conditions (drinking water, lined gloves, insulated boots)?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the rain/cold weather gear that is provided comfortable, and light enough so as not to constitute a hazard?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are work surfaces and grip surfaces safe when wet?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Do workers know the symptoms of heat cramps/heatstroke, or frost bite/hypothermia?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are repetitive motion tasks properly paced and kept to a minimum?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are the material safety data sheets placed in locations accessible to all employees?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are hazards signalled by signs and tags?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Have all trucks, forklifts and other equipment been inspected and maintained?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are lockout or tagout procedures in place and followed?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is ventilation equipment working effectively?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the fume and dust collection hood working effectively?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are the safety showers and eye wash stations in the proper locations and in good working condition?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is there a clear fire response plan posted for each work area?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Do all workers know the plan?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are drills held regularly?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are fire extinguishers chosen for the type of fire most likely in that area?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are there enough extinguishers present to do the job?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are extinguisher locations conspicuously marked?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are extinguishers properly mounted and easily accessible?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are all extinguishers fully charged and operable?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are special purpose extinguishers clearly marked?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are there enough exits to allow prompt escape?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Do employees have easy access to exits?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are exits unlocked to allow egress?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are exits clearly marked?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are exits and exit routes equipped with emergency lighting?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are dock platforms, bumpers, stairs and steps in good condition?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are light fixtures in good condition?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are all work areas clean and free of debris?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are stored materials properly stacked and spaced?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are tools kept in their proper place?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are there metal containers for oily rags and for rubbish?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are floors free of oil spillage or leakage?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is absorbent available for immediate clean-up of spills and leaks?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are all flammable and combustible products stored appropriately? For example: Are Class I (one) flammable products (as per NFPA or your local fire code) stored in Class I approved buildings or outside the warehouse?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are steps, railings and retractable ramps on raised platforms in good repair?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is piping and in-line equipment in good condition and free of leaks?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are loading arms operating satisfactorily?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Do submerged filling two-stage valves operate properly?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are bonding and grounding cables free of breaks or damage?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are connections tight and sound?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the general condition of wiring and junction boxes, etc. in good condition (visual inspection)?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the level of light adequate for safe and comfortable performance of work?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Does lighting produce glare on work surfaces, monitors, screens and keyboards?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is emergency lighting adequate and regularly tested?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are all dangerous machine parts adequately guarded?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Do machine guards meet standards?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are lockout procedures followed when performing maintenance with guards removed?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the Canadian Electrical Code adhered to in operation, use, repair and maintenance?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are all machines properly grounded?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are portable hand tools grounded or double insulated?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are junction boxes closed?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are extension cords out of the aisles where they can be abused by heavy traffic?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is permanent wiring used instead of extension cords?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are manufacturers' manuals kept for all tools and machinery?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Do power tools conform to standards?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are tools properly designed for use by employees?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are defective tools tagged and removed from service as part of a regular maintenance program?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are tools and machinery used so as to avoid electrical hazards?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is proper training given in the safe use of tools and machinery?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are the confined space procedures and training available and followed by all involved?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are entry and exit procedures adequate?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are emergency and rescue procedures in place (e.g. trained safety watchers)?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the work area clean and orderly?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are floors free from protruding nails, splinters, holes and loose boards?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are aisles and passageways kept clear of obstructions?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are permanent aisles and passageways clearly marked?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are covers or guardrails in place around open pits, tanks and ditches?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are ladder-ways and door openings guarded by a railing?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Do temporary floor openings have standard railings or someone constantly on guard?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are stairs and handrails in good condition?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are ladders free of defects?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are ladders set up properly before use?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are the elevated platforms properly secured and do they have handrails?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are elevating devices used only within capacity?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are capacities posted on equipment?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are they regularly inspected, tested and maintained?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are controls of the dead man" type?"

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are operators trained?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Sound Level/Noise

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are regular noise surveys conducted?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is hearing protection available and used properly?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are temporary work structures used only when it is not reasonably practicable to use permanent ones?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are excavations properly shored, free of large objects (rocks, etc.) at the edges?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are facilities kept clean and sanitary?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are facilities in good repair?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are cafeteria facilities provided away from toxic chemicals?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are hand washing facilities available?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Do all employees know how to get first aid assistance when needed?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Do the first-aiders know when and to which hospital or clinic an injured person should be taken?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are there employees trained as first-aid practitioners on each shift worked?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are first-aid kits provided as per jurisdiction‰Ûªs first-aid regulations?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are first-aid supplies replenished as they are used?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is required equipment provided, maintained and used?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Does equipment meet requirements?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is it reliable?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is personal protection utilized only when it is not reasonably practicable to eliminate or control the hazardous substance or process?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are the areas requiring PPE usage properly identified by warning signs?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is there safe clearance for all equipment through aisles and doors?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is stored material stable and secure?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are storage areas free from tipping hazards?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are only trained operators allowed to operate forklifts?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is charging of electric batteries performed only in designated areas?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are dock boards (bridge plates) used when loading or unloading from dock to truck or dock to rail car?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are necessary warning devices and signs in use for railway sidings?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are specifications posted for maximum loads which are approved for shelving, floors and roofs?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are racks and platforms loaded only within the limits of their capacity?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are chain hoists, ropes and slings adequate for the loads and marked accordingly?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are slings inspected daily before use?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are all new, repaired, or reconditioned alloy steel chain slings proof-tested before use?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are pallets and skids the correct type and inspected?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Do personnel use proper lifting techniques?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the size and condition of containers hazardous to workers?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are elevators, hoists, conveyors, balers, etc., properly used with appropriate signals and directional warning signs?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

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