Monthly Machine Safety Checklist (All Proterra Machines)

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

Notes

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

Notes

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

Notes

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

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Notes

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is there a maintenance log present at the machine? Maintain X PM schedule

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Notes

• 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

Notes

Personnel responsible for this safety check