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SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST FOR SHOPS AND

MECHANICAL ROOMS

Date: ________________ Department:________________________________________

Location: ___________________ Inspected By: ________________________________

General Yes No N/A


Is the area locked for restricted access?
Is the floor clean, dry and free of debris?
Is the floor in good maintenance?
Are all equipment doors closed when not in use?
Is the main walk area of the floor free of obstacles?
Are only authorized personnel allowed in the mechanical room or
shop?
Is there a strict policy against food and beverages in the area?
Is protective equipment, such as gloves, coveralls, face shields,
and goggles available when required?
Are proper hand washing stations available, and are hands being
washed often and before leaving the area?
Are materials neatly and safely piled?
Stairways and Aisles
Are aisles clear and unblocked?
Are stairways well lighted?
Are stairways clean, dry and unblocked?
Equipment
Are ladders safe, well maintained and meet University standards?
(Only CSA Type 1 and ANSI Type 1 ladders acceptable)
Are proper step stools available to reach hard to reach areas?
Are guards, screens and sound-dampening devices in place and
effective?
Have any hoists, cranes and lift trucks in the area been inspected
and certified within the last 12 months?
Electrical
Does all electrical equipment have (CSA, UCC, etc.) approval
stickers/plates?
Are all electrical panels closed?
Is all equipment in use free of frayed cords, loose plugs or
connections?
Are there adequate electrical outlets to accommodate all
equipment in use?
Is there an ongoing maintenance program in place to ensure that
electrical equipment is functioning well?
Fire Safety
Are fire extinguishers of the appropriate rating available?
Are there enough fire extinguishers available?
Are fire extinguishers located in conspicuous places and free from
obstructions?
Are fire extinguishers checked monthly?
Are the initials of the person who did the inspection and the date
of the fire inspection attached on a tag to the fire extinguisher?
Are extinguishers refilled and checked after usage?
Is there an ongoing in-service education on fire safety for all
employees?
Are the following included in the training:
i) Location of all fire alarm pull stations?
ii) Location of all fire extinguishers:
iii) Proper use of fire extinguisher equipment?
iv) Procedures to be followed in the event of a fire or
evacuation
Are all fire and emergency exits clearly marked and unobstructed
at all times?
Spill Response
Do personnel know the location of the closest First Aid Kit?
Do personnel know the location of the closet Spill Kit?
Are personnel familiar with the Queen’s University Spill
Procedures?
Heating and Lighting
Is the work kept at a temperature that is suitable for working?
Is their adequate lighting in the work area?
Are bulbs replaced as soon as they are burnt out?
Are exit signs clearly lit and completely unobstructed?
WHMIS
Have all personnel received WHMIS training?
Are all hazardous materials labeled according to the WHMIS
Regulations?
Is there a current inventory of all hazardous substances in the
area?
Do personnel know where to find current (<3 years) MSDS for
the materials being used?
Emergency Eyewash/Showers
Are personnel familiar with the location of the nearest
eyewash/shower?
Is the eyewash operable?
Is the eyewash flushed until water is clear at least once per week
by a designated researcher?
Have emergency shower(s) been tested in the last 12 months and
have a tag indicating testing date?
Are all emergency showers free of obstructions?
Confined Space
Are any confined space areas clearly labeled?
Is a permit system in effect and followed for confined space
entry?

ADDITIONAL OBSERVATIONS

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