Electrical Shop Audit
This daily inspection of the entire shop will allow identifying possible problems before they occur. It typically outlines specific tasks, schedules, and responsibilities to prevent failures, minimize downtime, and extend asset life by addressing potential issues before they disrupt operations.
Electrical Shop Audit
This daily inspection of the entire shop will allow identifying possible problems before they occur. It typically outlines specific tasks, schedules, and responsibilities to prevent failures, minimize downtime, and extend asset life by addressing potential issues before they disrupt operations.
Procedure Max Score: 62
Auditor Names
Responsible Manager / Supervisor for Follow-up:
Operator Controls
Is the whiteboard being updated and hazards being tracked?
Are the operators filling out their workplace exams correctly?
Are work permits properly completed and being implemented?
Are Hot Work Permits properly completed and being implemented?
Are operators wearing the correct PPE for their area per Policy?
Have operators been tasked trained and have a 5000-23 for the equipment they use and operate?
Does the operator(s) have a way to communicate hazards? (handheld radio)
Are first aid cabinets being properly stocked along with expired items being removed?
Are eyewash stations / showers adequate and expiration tags legible and being inspected?
Are all fire extinguishers monthly / yearly inspections currant with the correct month punched along with being mounted correctly?
Are energy sources being controlled from loss (air leaks, natural gas, burners operating without need)?
Housekeeping & Storage
Is the area free of debris such as rags, trash, tools, parts, materials, hoses, slings, ladders?
Are designated walkways clear of debris such as rags, trash, tools, parts, materials, hoses, slings, ladders?
Are floors clean and clear of spills or product build-up?
Are designated storage areas and aisles in storage areas marked by 4" safety yellow border?
Is the support structure adequate for the material being stored or are the racks loaded beyond design capacity?
Are trash cans / dumpsters lids in place and being closed?
Are hazardous materials stored in approved containers and cabinet properly labeled?
Are tools, equipment, parts, and materials, stacked / stored on top of lockers?
Are flammable cabinets kept clean / organized with no combustibles stored in / on or around them along with items clearly labeled?
Are oxygen cylinders stored a minimum of 20 feet away from flammable gas cylinders or by a devided barrier unless hooked to a regulator?
Are heaters positioned at least 10 feet away from combustible materials or flammable gasses?
Are all gauges on the regulators legible and in good working order for all compressed gas cylinders?
Is there signage for compressed gas cylinders in the area or on the building notifying of the hazards in the area and legible?
Are breakrooms, bathrooms clean and stock with supplies including appliances (refrigerators, microwaves, etc.)?
Safety
Are areas adjacent to top and bottom of ladders free of debris, materials, and obstructions?
Are all points of machine operation with exposure to employee injury properly guarded, have adequate guards, properly secured and tool rest adjusted correctly?
Are floors below electrical panels and safety equipment clear with 36" x 36" clearance for easy access and rubber matting supplied to prevent shock?
Is equipment identified with number and where necessary with descriptions?
Are pipes labeled clearly with contents in line, direction of flow and are they marked frequently enough?
Are all window clean and free form obstruction to ensure maximum light penetration and all broken pieces removed or replaced?
Are all lighting fixtures secured and lenses / bulbs clear of dust and debris with guards to prevent shock / burn to employees and is the lighting levels adequate for all shifts working?
Are warning signs readily visible, legible and displaying the hazards tnd protective actions required including all areas where health and safety hazards exists?
Are barricades and flagging being used for all required areas restricting access or are sections that are "OFF LIMITS"?
Are lubrication lines extended so to allow lubrication from a safe location?
Is the LOTO Board and Binder being kept up and filled out correctly?
Have appropriate employees affixed a personal lock to the power sources, valves etc. for LOTOTO?
Have all energy sources been adequately addressed (blocking, chocking, relieving pressure)?
Did employees follow all requirements as outlined in the procedure policy for LOTOTO?
Are all locks being used correctly as they were intended and not locking lockers, cabinets, toolboxes or other personal items?
Are the handles of shovels, rakes, hammers and striking tools made of wood or fiberglass, free of cracks, breaks, splinters smooth and clean with no tape?
Are hand powered tools in proper working order with guards in place and fuctional, clean, properly stored and organized?
Are there ground prongs on all uninsulated portable power tools, been ground / continuity tested and marked with the appropriate color tape?
Is there any flammable materials stored around, on top of, or inside of flame cabinets or heaters?
Are all access points to firefighting equipment and exits clear of obstructions?
Are all electrical equipment and principal power switches appropriately guarded, labeled to which units they control?
Are building ground conductor in good repair and solidly connected to the building along with fixed equipment permanently wired to ground?
Are all portable ladders made of fiberglass, stickers readable, free of oil / grease and other slipping hazards, no bent rungs, all safety devices work properly with slip resistance bases?
Are full body safety harnesses and SRL or Shock absorbing lanyards being used, have they been annually inspected, no stitching tearing, have not been involved in a fall and no fraying of the webbing?
Does each welder have a disconnect switch / breakers, on supply system, over currant protection, name plates with electrical data, and all covers working correctly?
Are all electrical panel door, outlets, junction box covers properly secured closed?
Are flammable cabinets being kept clean, organized and all material stored labeled correctly?
Mobile Equipment
Are operators doing and filling out Pre-op Inspections on each shift prior to equipment being used?
Is the cab, bed, toolboxes of mobile equipment clean, free of trash, tools, parts, empty aerosol cans?
Are the vehicles wheels chocked and parking brakes set?
Are seatbelts in working order, not expired, latch and release correctly?
Do the doors have panels, handles, windows roll up and down can open from inside / outside with ease?
Are fire extinguishers monthly / yearly inspections punched for the correct month, safety pin in place, and mounted correctly?
Roadways & Berms
Are all roadways and berms clear of debris, trash, parts, tools?
Are berms an adequate height for equipment working in the area?
Are light levels adequate for all shifts working?
Are all required traffic signs / markers clearly visible, legible and in place?
Source: Gabbs - Premier Magnesia (Community Member)