OSHA Workplace Safety Compliance

Evaluate OSHA general industry workplace safety compliance covering hazard communication, recordkeeping, emergency action plans, and worker protection

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1. Hazard Communication

Is a written Hazard Communication Program (HazCom) established per 1910.1200?*

Program covers chemical inventory, SDS, labeling, training (aligned with GHS)

Are Safety Data Sheets (SDS) accessible to all employees?*

1910.1200(g): Maintain current SDS for all hazardous chemicals, readily available

Are all chemical containers properly labeled with GHS pictograms?*

1910.1200(f): Labels include product identifier, signal word, hazard/precautionary statements, pictograms

2. Recordkeeping & Reporting

Are work-related injuries/illnesses recorded on OSHA 300 Log?*

1904: Record injuries within 7 days, post 300A summary annually (Feb 1 - Apr 30)

Are severe injuries (hospitalization, amputation, loss of eye) reported to OSHA?*

1904.39: Report within 24 hours of incident (8 hours for fatalities)

Are OSHA 300 Logs retained for 5 years?*

1904.33: Retain logs and supporting documentation for 5 years following year of record

3. Emergency Preparedness

Is a written Emergency Action Plan (EAP) established per 1910.38?*

Plan covers evacuation procedures, escape routes, alarm systems, accountability

Are emergency exits clearly marked and unobstructed?*

1910.36-37: Exit signs, illuminated pathways, no locked doors, minimum widths

Are fire extinguishers accessible, inspected, and employees trained?*

1910.157: Extinguisher within 75ft, monthly inspections, annual training

4. Personal Protective Equipment

Is a PPE hazard assessment documented per 1910.132?*

Written certification of workplace hazard assessment for PPE selection

Is appropriate PPE provided at no cost to employees?*

1910.132(h): Employer provides/maintains/replaces PPE (except non-specialty footwear)

Are employees trained on PPE use and limitations?*

Training on when/how to use, proper care, limitations documented

5. Machine & Electrical Safety

Are machine guards in place for moving parts, pinch points, rotating equipment?*

1910.212: Guards prevent employee contact with hazardous machine operations

Is lockout/tagout (LOTO) program established for energy control?*

1910.147: Written program, procedures, locks/tags, employee training, periodic audits

Are electrical panels accessible, labeled, and free of obstructions?*

1910.303: 36" clearance, panel schedules, grounding, no storage in front

6. Training & Programs

Is initial and periodic safety training provided to all employees?*

Training on hazards, safe practices, emergency procedures, PPE, chemicals

Are training records maintained with dates, topics, attendees?*

Document all safety training with employee signatures, retain per OSHA requirements

Are workplace inspections conducted regularly to identify hazards?*

Periodic walkthroughs, hazard identification, corrective actions documented

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