Electrical Shop Audit
The Electrical Shop Audit Checklist is designed to assess and ensure compliance with safety standards, operational efficiency, and maintenance practices within the electrical department. The audit covers a range of critical areas including operator controls, mobile equipment, housekeeping, safety protocols, and equipment condition.
Gabbs - Premier Magnesia
04/16/2025
Electrical Shop Audit
The Electrical Shop Audit Checklist is designed to assess and ensure compliance with safety standards, operational efficiency, and maintenance practices within the electrical department. The audit covers a range of critical areas including operator controls, mobile equipment, housekeeping, safety protocols, and equipment condition.
Procedure Max Score: 248
Auditor Names:
Responsible Manager/Supervisor for Follow-up:
Operator Controls
Is the White board being updated and hazards being tracked?
Are the operators filling out their AIS's or work permits correctly?
Permit to Work: Are permits to work properly completed and implemented?
Hot Work: Are hot work permits properly completed and implemented?
Are operators wearing the correct PPE for their area?
Have the operators been tasked trained and have a 5000-23 for the equipment they use?
Does the operator have a way to communicate hazards? (e.g. radio, hand held radio)
Are first aid cabinets being properly stocked
Do the personnel in the area understand their role in an emergency involving fire?
Are all fire extinguishers' monthly & annual inspections currant with the correct month punched along with being mounted correctly?
Are energy sources controlled from loss (air leaks, natural gas, burners operating without need)?
Are eyewash and shower stations adequate and expiration tags legible?
Roadways & Berms
Are all roadways clear of debris?
Are all required traffic signs and traffic markers clearly visible and in place?
Are berms at an adiquite height for the equipment working in the area?
Are lighting levels adequate?
Are barricades and warning signs in place in all required areas requiring restricted access?
Mobile Equipment
Are the operators doing and filling out the Pre-Op inspections correctly?
Is the area free of debris such as rags, cans, hoses, tools, etc.?
Are all pre-operation inspections being completed on each shift prior to equipment being used?
Are the vehicle's brakes set and wheels chocked?
Is the cab/bed/tool boxes of the vehicle clean and free of trash, and parts, tools organized?
Is there any accumulation of flammable materials?
Are all fire extinguishers' monthly inspections current and initialed?
Are fire extinguishers mounted correctly
Are seatbelts in good condition with no fraying?
Do seatbelts latch correctly?
Are all windows & mirrors clean and adjusted correctly for the operator?
Do all lights work correctly?
Does the backup alarm/horn work correctly and is loud enough for the surrounding noises?
Housekeeping & Storage
Is the area free of debris such as rags, cans, hoses, tools, etc.?
Are floors clean and clear of build-up?
Are designated storage areas clearly marked?
Is the area free of parts and materials, or are they stored properly?
Are hoses rolled up and slings and ladders stored properly?
Are trash can/dumpster lids in place and being closed?
Are designated walkways kept clear of debris and equipment?
Are designated storage areas clearly marked?
Is the support structure adequate for the material being stored?
Are all walkways and aisles in storage areas clearly marked by 4-inch safety yellow border?
Are storage racks loaded beyond design capacity?
Are hazardous materials stored in approved containers and cabinets properly labeled?
Are tools, equipment, and materials stacked/stored on top of lockers?
Are flame cabinets kept clean and no combustibles stored in/on them?
Are cylinders stored adequate distances from heat sources?
Are oxygen cylinders stored a minimum of 20 feet away from flammable gas cylinders?
Are the gauges on the regulators legible and in good working order?
Does each cylinder have a current inspection tag or stamp?
Is there signage for cylinders in area?
Are heaters positioned at least 10 feet away from combustible materials?
Are flammable material stored around heaters?
Are restrooms cleaned and stocked with supplies?
Are lunch rooms clean, including refrigerators, microwaves, and other appliances?
Are all signs clean and legible?
Do signs provide adequate information for hazards present?
Safety
Are designated walkways kept clear of debris and equipment?
Are floor areas below electrical panels and safety equipment kept clear for ready access?
Are adequate handrails, midrails, and toe boards installed on elevated walkways and platforms?
Are there handrails on all stairways and are they in good repair?
Are areas adjacent to top and bottom of ladders free of debris, material, and obstructions?
Are machinery guards painted yellow?
Is equipment identified with numbers and, where necessary, with descriptions?
Piping: Does pipe label clearly indicate contents of line, direction, and hazard?
Piping: Are pipe lines marked frequently enough?
Are windows clean and free from obstructions to ensure maximum light penetration?
Are lighting levels adequate?
Are all lighting fixtures secure and lenses and/or bulbs clear of dust and debris with guards to prevent shock or burn to employees?
Are all areas where health or safety hazards exist clearly marked?
Are warning signs readily visible, legible, and display the hazard & protective action required?
Are barricades and warning signs in place in all required areas requiring restricted access?
Are signs posted for any area where an entire building or area within the plant is "off limits"?
Are all points of machine operation with exposure to employee injury properly guarded, have adequate guards, and properly secured?
Are lubrication lines extended so as to allow lubrication from a safe location?
Have the appropriate employees affixed a personal lock to the power sources, valves, etc?
Have all energy sources been adequately addressed (e.g. blocking, chocking, relieving pressure)?
Did the employees verify that the equipment was isolated?
Did the employees follow all other requirements as outlined in the procedure?
Is the LOTO board and binder being kept up and filled out?
Are the correct locks being used correctly for what they are guarding?
Are hand tools in proper working order?
Are tools clean/properly stored and organized?
Are non-grounded tools clearly marked as double insulated?
Are there ground prongs on all uninsulated portable power tools?
Are the handles of shovels, hoes, hammers, striking tools and similar tools made of wood or fiberglass, and free of cracks and breaks and are faces smooth and clean ? (No Tape Allowed)
Do hand power tools have manufacturer guards in place and are automatic guards functional?
Are heaters positioned at least 10 feet away from combustible materials?
Are flammable material stored around heaters?
Is there any accumulation of flammable materials?
Are all exits and access points to the fire escapes and fire fighting equipment clear of obstructions?
Are all fire extinguishers' monthly/yearly inspections current and punched?
Are fire extinguishers mounted correctly
Are structural members, stairways, handrails, and elevated working surfaces free of corrosion?
Are radiation areas being guarded to keep people away from the area?
Is all electrical equipment appropriately guarded and labeled?
Are principle power switches labeled to show which units they control?
Is non-conductive flooring available to stand on at switchboards and power control switches?
Are all extension cords three prong grounding type and in good condition?
Are building ground conductors in good repair and solidly connected to the building steel?
Is fixed equipment permanently grounded and permanently wired?
Is portable equipment grounded with continuously monitored ground continuity check equipment?
Are all electrical panel doors, outlet, and junction covers properly affixed in place and properly closed and secured?
Are temporary electrical supply cords running through walls properly bushed to prevent wear?
Is electrical equipment stored away from water supply?
Are fire cabinets being kept up on and all items labeled?
Are ladders free of oil, grease, and other slipping hazards?
Are portable ladders in good repair with stickers readable and intack?
Are portable ladders stored on suitable racks?
Do portable ladders have slip-resistant bases?
Are all portable ladders made of fiberglass?
Are ladders free of oil, grease, and other slipping hazards?
Are portable ladders in good repair with stickers readable and intack?
Are portable ladders stored on suitable racks?
Do portable ladders have slip-resistant bases?
Are all portable ladders made of fiberglass?
Are only full-body safety harnesses and shock absorbing lanyards being used?
Have the harnesses been inspected recently, daily?
Is the harness being properly stored and hung up?
Are personnel wearing a full face shield and safety glasses when using grinding equipment?
Is the tool rest within an 1/8" of the wheel/stone?
Is the grinding wheel running "true" and unbroken?
Are all guards properly adjusted and secured in place?
Does each welder have a disconnect switch or breaker on supply system?
Does each welder have over current protection?
Does each welder have a nameplate with electrical data?
Source: Gabbs - Premier Magnesia (Community Member)