Machine Safety Checklist

Are there safeguards at the point of operation?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are there any exposed moving parts (chains, belts, gears, fly-wheels, etc.)?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are there any other exposed mechanical parts that might be sharp or otherwise hazardous (screws, bolts, edges, etc.)?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the machine properly anchored to the ground or other structures as needed?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are the right limit switches installed to stop operation when a limit is exceeded?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Was the machine set-up according to applicable codes and standards?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the machine grounded properly?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Does the power supply have suitable fuses and protection?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are all electrical connections tight?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are there any shock hazards from open connections?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are any hazardous wires or other electrical components suitably labeled?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the floor free of any cords where workers need to move?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are workers protected against noise from the machine?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the environment conducive to safe worker functioning (temperature, humidity, radiation, etc.)?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is lighting enough to operate the machine safely?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the floor dry and safer for worker motion?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are required ergonomic features in place (arm rests, keyboard height, display height and angle)?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Has the proper protective equipment been provided? What additional equipment is needed...

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Have the workers been trained in proper use of the protective equipment?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are workers dressed properly to operate the machinery safely (no jewelry, no loose clothing, proper footwear, hair tied back, etc.)?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is there a maintenance log present at the machine?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the maintenance log up to date?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are workers trained in how to review maintenance information to ensure that the machine is ready to use?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are maintenance workers trained in safe procedures such as disconnecting the machine from power sources?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is there a master cut-off switch to stop functioning of the machinery?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are starting and stopping controls in place and reachable?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Have starting and stopping controls been tested?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are there safeguards against any hazardous materials (lubricants, chemicals, scrap materials, etc.)?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are the safeguards suitable for workers of all sizes?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is appropriate emergency response equipment available? What additional equipment is needed...

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is there a first aid kit (including an eyewash station) available?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Have all workers present been trained to use the machine properly?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Have all workers present been trained on the safety features of the machine (safeguards, start/stop controls, etc.)?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Have all workers present been trained in the proper response for safety issues that might arise?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is the machine’s operating manual and other documentation present and current?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are operating procedures documented at the machine location?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are the electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams for the machine available and up to date?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are all operating manuals and documentation in the languages understood by the workers?

• Yes
• No
• N / A