Module 1 Worksite Inspection Checklist

1515 Days to a Safe and Healthy Workplace

Days 1-5

Welcome!

This module will help YOU get the most out of using the Worksite Inspection Checklist, developed by L&I professionals for completing an Accident Prevention Program (APP).

Download the full checklist

Click on the checklist image to download the full 6 pages with its 15 sections.

Each module will take you 5 sections of the checklist.

Action on YOUR part is required

As you work through the Worksite Inspection Checklist, you will be asked to have specific items ready to successfully answer checklist questions.

You should do the following:

•Plan on working one item a time (you can do this one day at a time)

•Have all the requirements ready

•Walk-through all areas in the facility

•Complete the checklist

What You Will Learn in this Module

How to complete the first 5 items in the Worksite Inspection Checklist:

1. General2. Emergency

evacuation & Emergency Exits

3. Electrical4. Work stations5. Housekeeping

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Topics covered – Module 1

DAY 1 - General

DAY 2 - Emergency Evacuation & Emergency Exits

DAY - 3 Electrical

DAY 4 - Work Stations

DAY 5 - Housekeeping

Homepage

DAY 1 - General

What you need to have for DAY 1:

• The WISHA posters:– If a job injury occurs– Job safety and health protection– Worker Rights

• Your business Accident Prevention Program (APP)

• First Aid Kits available

DAY 1 - General

These are 3 of the L&I required posters.

Click on the poster you need to download them to your computer.

DAY 1 - General

Posters and safety committee meeting minutes must be posted where employees can read them.

DAY 1 - General

Click on the image to download an Accident Prevention Program (APP) template from the L&I internet site.

DAY 1 - General

First Aid kits are commercially available.

First-aid kits purchased from your local retailer or safety supplier should be adequate for most nonindustrial employers.

DAY 1 - General

Now, complete this section of the checklist:

DAY 2 – Emergency evacuation and Emergency Exits

What you need to have for DAY 2:

• Do a walk-around to identify evacuation routes and exits

• Evacuation plan• Evacuation map• Emergency phone numbers• Exit signs for exits and routes

DAY 2 – Emergency evacuation and Emergency Exits

•Develop an evacuation plan for emergencies.

•Clearly mark routes and exits.

DAY 2 – Emergency evacuation and Emergency Exits

• An evacuation plan provides the safest route to exit the facility in case of an emergency.

DAY 2 – Emergency evacuation and Emergency Exits

• Emergency walkways and exits must be kept clear.

• It is common to see these problems in many workplaces.

DAY 2 – Emergency evacuation and Emergency Exits

• Exit signs must be located so they are visible from several points.

DAY 2 – Emergency evacuation and Emergency Exits

Now, complete this section of the checklist:

DAY 3 - Electrical

What you need to have for DAY 3:• Do a walk-around, focusing on the

following:– Extension cords; ground pins– Power cord integrity– Breaker boxes clear accessibility– Waterproof covers on equipment

outdoors or at wet locations

DAY 3 - Electrical

• Extension cords should be only used temporarily.

• All three–pronged extension cords must have ground pins in place.

DAY 3 - Electrical

• Power cords must be free of splices, tapes and damaged insulation.

DAY 3 - Electrical

Access to electric control panels must be easy and clear.

Clear access

Blocked panels

DAY 3 - Electrical

• Electrical cords and equipment used at wet locations must have waterproof covers or seals.

DAY 3 – Electrical

Now, complete this section of the checklist:

DAY 4 – Work Stations

What you need to have for DAY 4:

• Do a walk-around, focusing on the following:– Chair general conditions– Chair adjusted to the employee– Materials stored safely

DAY 4 – Work Stations

• Chairs must be in good condition.

• Adjust the chair to the person.

• Training is usually needed.

DAY 4 – Work Stations

• Environmental conditions like temperature, lighting and noise should be at the person’s level of comfort.

DAY 4 – Work Stations

• Stored materials should be stable.

• Storage equipment must be used safely.

DAY 4 – Work Stations

Now, complete this section of the checklist:

DAY 5 – Housekeeping

What you need to have for DAY 5:

• Do a walk-around, focusing on the following:– Bathrooms– Water fountains– Waste disposal– Drainage– Scrap materials– Spills

DAY 5 – Housekeeping

• Toilets and washing facilities must be kept clean and functional.

DAY 5 – Housekeeping

• Bathrooms should be stocked with supplies:– Soap– Towels– Paper

DAY 5 – Housekeeping

• Drinking water must be provided from a clean source:– Water fountain– Individual cups– Bottled water

DAY 5 – Housekeeping

• Waste and scrap should be kept in clean and closed containers.

• Consider recycling materials.

DAY 5 – Housekeeping

• Spills should be cleaned promptly.

• Wet areas must have effective drainage.

DAY 5 – Housekeeping

Now, complete this section of the checklist:

Make sure that…

…You were able to answer YES to all questions in each of this first 5 sections.

If you answered NO to one or more questions, then include these items in your action plan for follow-up.

Now You are ready for…

MODULE 2:6. Walking Surfaces/Stairways7. Lighting8. Chemical Safety9. Personal Protective Equipment10.Portable Ladders

Additional Information

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Thank You

Your interest in safety and health at your workplace, will keep YOU and YOUR workers safe and healthy.