OSHA Safety Audit Checklist Excel

Safety is of utmost importance in maintaining productivity and efficiency at work, which directly translates to business profits.

Documenting workplace incidents is crucial. Proper records help ensure you pass an OSHA inspection.

Device Magic makes it simple and straightforward to create your own OSHA inspection checklist, featuring drag-and-drop question and answer segments, photos, free text fields, and more. Your mobile form can then be accessed anytime – even offline!

Safety Data Sheets
Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) are an integral component of any facility’s Hazard Communication Standard and help employees understand chemical hazards. Facilities should have SDSs for every chemical used, transported or stored onsite – these documents also convey essential information on specific substances like their classification of hazards as well as actions needed when accidents occur or releases occur, personal protective measures and precautions for handling, transporting or storing safely.

Businesses found to be lacking or inadequate Safety Data Sheets may face severe citation for failing to provide necessary safety information, which could potentially lead to chemical accidents that result in injury or even death for workers. Before 2012 when OSHA aligned with GHS they were known as Material Safety Data Sheets but now come in 16-section format provided by manufacturers, importers, distributors.

Emergency Response Plan
Emergency response plans are an integral component of workplace security. They allow your workers to respond effectively in case of fires, chemical spills, floods, power outages and more – including potential fires, chemical spills, floods or power outages. Your plan should include measures designed to safeguard employees as well as their personal belongings during emergencies, along with evacuation routes and procedures.

Emergency response plans reduce injuries, deaths and property damages in an emergency situation, particularly in fire situations. Government regulatory bodies frequently monitor facilities with strong fire safety programs for signs that include working fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems and clear emergency exits free from debris; additionally evacuation maps should also be posted throughout your building.

Emergency Procedures
Emergency plans are an integral component of a facility’s safety program, safeguarding employee well-being while mitigating business damage and adhering to OSHA regulations. They’re particularly vital in manufacturing facilities where chemical spills, fires and explosions may arise – interviewing employees can help identify potential threats and develop response plans accordingly.

ERA’s audit module easily flags facility practices and chemicals covered by 29 CFR, making it simpler to respond to OSHA questions without spending too much time gathering irrelevant details.

As well as inspection checklists, ERA also offers an incident reporting module which keeps managers aware of any incidents occurring at their facilities and allows them to respond swiftly when issues arise.

PPE
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) refers to equipment worn at work to protect employees from potential health and safety risks, such as hard hats, protective clothing and safety goggles. Employers must ensure that employees always have access to this equipment, providing training on its proper use as soon as possible.

Regular inspection of PPE will help to ensure worker safety, reduce risks associated with accidents and sickness, as well as lower administration costs by decreasing employee sick days.

Prep yourself for an OSHA inspection by creating a plan and following its steps. This should include assigning an inspector’s representative and making records readily accessible.

Training
An effective checklist can make the inspection process simpler for safety line officers and employees responsible for conducting them, by eliminating unnecessary judgment calls and eliminating confusion with simple yes or no questions.

An optimal workplace is critical to any business, as it helps prevent injuries and illnesses, improve productivity and enhance workplace morale. Achieve this requires management commitment, employee and student training programs, safety and health programs and established emergency protocols – among other elements.

If you want to streamline your audit and inspection processes, ERA’s audit software could help. With its 29 CFR coverage list and convenient storage for facility data, this tool makes the audit and inspection processes faster and simpler than ever before.