Safety Audit
A Safety Audit is a structured and systematic evaluation of workplace practices, processes, and physical conditions to ensure compliance with safety regulations, standards, and internal policies. It identifies potential hazards, assesses risk controls, and verifies that safety management systems are effectively implemented. The ultimate goal is to prevent accidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses while fostering a culture of continuous safety improvement.
North Texas Natural Select Materials
07/21/2025
Safety Audit
A Safety Audit is a structured and systematic evaluation of workplace practices, processes, and physical conditions to ensure compliance with safety regulations, standards, and internal policies. It identifies potential hazards, assesses risk controls, and verifies that safety management systems are effectively implemented. The ultimate goal is to prevent accidents, injuries, and occupational illnesses while fostering a culture of continuous safety improvement.
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Eyes on path/looks in direction of travel?
Lifts with legs not back when possible?
Forms a bridge with free hand when lifting?
Avoids lifting more than one can lift safely?
Keeps load close to body when lifting?
Uses lift assist device for heavy loads?
Avoids lifting unstable loads?
Works at safe pace/not rushed?
Pushes instead of pulls when possible?
Avoids overhead work when possible?
Looks back prior to stepping backwards ?
if the answer is "checked "
Worksite evaluated/permit spaces identified? 1926.1203(a)&(b)
Site free from hazards requiring PRCS determination, or plan/precautions in place for PRCS?
Host employer shared info w/controlling contractor? 1926.1203(h)(1)
Controlling contractor obtained/shared info w/subs? 1926.1203(h)(2)
Steps taken to prevent unauthorized entry? 1926.1204(a)
Hazards of space evaluated prior to entry? 1926.1204(b)
Procedures in place for safe entry? 1926.1204(c)
Testing/monitoring equipment available? 1926.1204(d)
Ventilation equipment available? 1926.1204(d)(1)
Communications equipment available as needed? 1926.1204(d)(2)
Adequate lighting available as needed? 1926.1204(d)(5)
Equipment for safe egress available as needed? 1926.1204(d)(7)
Rescue and emergency equipment provided? 1926.1204(d)(8)
Atmosphere tested prior to entry? 1926.1204(e)(1)(i)
Periodic and/or continuous air monitoring completed? 1926.1204(e)(1)(ii)
Attendant available outside permit space? 1926.1204(f)(1)&(2)
Employee responsibilities defined/training completed? 1926.1204(h)
Procedures in place for summoning rescue services? 1926.1204(i) fas
Annual review of PRCS Program completed? 1926.1204(n)
Entry permit available for review? 1926.1205(c)
Employees received effective training? 1926.1207(a)
Good compliance/no safety violations? 1926.1203-.1212
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Equipment installed/used as listed or labeled? 1926.403(b)
Ground pin attached to electrical cords? 1926.404(f)(6)
GFCI used for temporary power connections? 1926.404(b)(1)(ii)
Flexible cords not daisy-chained? 1926.403(b)
Flexible cords maintained in good condition? 1926.416(e)(1)
Light bulbs protected from accidental breakage? 1926.405(a)(2)(ii)(E)
All sockets in temporary lighting have bulbs? 1926.416(a)(1)
Temporary lights not suspended by electric cords? 1926.405(a)(2)(ii)(F)
Breakers/switches legibly marked to indicate purpose? 1926.403(h)
Cords protected/kept clear of work areas or walkways? 1926.416(b)(2)
Employees avoid working near unprotected energized circuits? 1926.416(a)(1)
Deenergized circuits tagged out (required) and/or locked out (Best Practice)? 1926.417
Signs posted restricting access to locations w/exposed live parts? 1926.403(i)(2)(iii)
Electrical panels/circuits effectively enclosed? 1926.405(b)(2)
Electrical receptacles have an approved cover/faceplate? 1926.405(b)(2)
Conductors entering boxes/cabinets protected from abrasion? 1926.405(b)(1)
Proper clearance maintained in front of/around panels? 1926.403
Weatherproof enclosures on panels, outlets, etc. in damp/wet locations? 1926.405(e)(1)&(2)
Repaired extension cords (No. 12 or larger) meet manufacturer’s specs? 1926.405(g)(2)(iii)
Good compliance/no safety violations? (Subpart K)
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Is Emergency Action Plan in writing (if 11+ employees)? 1926.35(a)
Does EAP address emergency escape procedures and escape route assignments? 1926.35(b)(1)
Does EAP address procedures for those who remain behind for critical shutdown? 1926.35(b)(2)
Does EAP address procedures to account for employees after evacuation is completed? 1926.35(b)(3)
Does EAP address rescue and medical duties for designated employees? 1926.35(b)(4)
Does EAP address means of reporting fires and other emergencies? 1926.35(b)(5)
Has an effective alarm/communication system been established? 1926.35(c)(1)
Are evacuations established based on emergency circumstances? 1926.35(d)
Is sufficient number of employees trained to assist in safe evacuation? 1926.35(e)(1)
Do covered employees receive initial EAP training (i.e. when plan is developed)? 1926.35(e)(2)(i)
Do covered employees receive training when their duties change? 1926.35(e)(2)(ii)
Do covered employees receive training whenever the EAP changes? 1926.35(e)(2)(iii)
Is the written EAP available at the workplace for employee review (if 11+ employees)? 1926.35(e)(3)
Good compliance/no safety violations? 1926.35
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Exits available and free of obstructions? 1926.34(a)
Exits and access to exits marked with signs? 1926.34(b)
Good compliance/no safety violations? 1926.34
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Suitable fall protection provided/used? (working 6+ ft) 1926.501(b)(1)
Workers utilize PFAS as required? 1926.501(b)(1)
Steps taken and adequate to prevent falls thru holes? 1926.501(b)(4)(i)&(ii)
Ramps, walkways, catwalks etc. provided w/ guardrails at heights of 6ft.+? 1926.501(b)(6)
Safety monitor used when fall arrest/restraint not utilized? 1926.501(b)(10) or .502(h)
Suitable fall protection provided/used? (steep-roof 6+ ft) 1926.501(b)(11)
Suitable fall protected provided/used? (residential 6+ ft) 1926.501(b)(13)
Steps taken to prevent falling object hazards? 1926.501(c)
Guardrails installed, maintained and compliant? 1926.502(b)
Top and mid-rail in place and proper height? 1926.502(b)
Screens/mesh extend from top rail to walking/working level along entire opening btwn rail supports? 1926.502(b)(2)(ii)
Guardrails able to withstand 200 lb. force? 1926.502(b)(3)
Guardrail deflection less than 39in. above the walking/working level when tested? 1926.502(b)(4)
Top rails & midrails min. 0.25in. nominal diameter or thickness & flagged w/ high-vis. material where required? 1926.502(b)(9)
Access to hoisting area adequately guarded? 1926.502(b)(10)
Dee-rings & snaphooks proof-tested to minimum tensile load? 1926.502(d)(4)
Lifelines protected against cuts/abrasions? 1926.502(d)(11)
Suitable anchorage provided/used? 1926.502(d)(15)
PFA rigged to prevent contact with lower surface? 1926.502(d)(16)(iii)
PFA rigged to limit free fall to no more than 6 ft? 1926.502(d)(16)(iii)
Harness D-Ring located between shoulder blades? 1926.502(d)(17)
Harnesses inspected/maintained in good condition? 1926.502(d)(21)
Lanyards inspected, maintained, spec. tag intact/legible? 1926.502(d)(21)
PFA not attached to guardrail system? 1926.502(d)(23)
Warning line erected on unprotected roof edge? 1926.502(f)(1)
Access path formed by warning lines where required? 1926.502(f)(1)(iii)
Unused access points blocked by warning line? 1926.502(f)(1)(iv)
Warning line flagged and suspended at proper height? 1926.502(f)(2)(i)&(ii)
Control line 6 ft. from leading edge for roofing activities? 1926.502(g)(1)(i)
Control line 6 ft. from leading edge when erecting precast? 1926.502(g)(1)(ii)
Safety monitor same surface with visual/voice contact? 1926.502(h)(1)(iii)
Safety monitor performs only monitoring duties? 1926.502(h)(1)(v)
Floor hole covers secured, substantial, marked? 1926.502(i)(2)-(4)
Toeboards erected to prevent falling objects? 1926.502(j)(1)-(4)
Workers trained on recognizing/minimizing fall hazards? 1926.503(a)(1)
Fall Protection training certified/documented? 1926.503(b)(1)
Retraining occurs if changes in policy or employee violates policy? 1926.503(c)
Harnesses worn/fitted properly? 1926.503(c)(3)
Guardrail posts not more than 8 feet OC? Subpart M App. B
Warning line 15 ft. back for non-roofing activities? (OSHA Interp Letter)
Good compliance/no safety violations? 1926 Subpart M
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Fire extinguishers in good condition/fully charged? 1926.150(a)(4)
Fire extinguishers inspected periodically? 1926.150(c)(1)(viii)
Fire extinguishers maintained annually? 1926.150(c)(1)(viii)
Travel distance to fire extinguisher within 100 feet? 1926.150(c)(1)(i)
Fire extinguisher within 50 ft. of flammables? 1926.150(c)(1)(vi)
Minimum one fire extinguisher per floor? 1926.150(c)(1)(iv)
Approved/UL listed fire extinguishers provided? 1926.150(c)(1)(ix)
Access to fire extinguishers maintained? 1926.150(a)(2)
Fire extinguishers conspicuously located? 1926.150(a)(3)
Fire extinguishers mounted as to protect against damage? (NFPA 10-6.1.3.8)
Flammables stored in approved/closed containers? 1926.152(f)(1)
Gasoline stored in approved safety can or DOT container? 1926.152(a) / Interp Ltr
Smoking prohibited where fire hazard exists? 1926.151(a)(3)
Scrap piles no closer than 10 ft. from buildings? 1926.151(c)(5)
Flammable liquids protected from ignition sources? 1926.152(f)(3)
Flammable not stored near emergency pathways? 1926.152(a)(2)
Fire extinguisher kept near gas powered equipment? (Best Practice)
LP tanks in storage are upright and secured to prevent tipping? 1926.153(g)
LP tanks are NOT stored inside of buildings? 1926.153(j)
Fire extinguisher available near LP storage locations? 1926.153(l)
LP stored in ventilated enclosure? 1926.153(k)(2)
LP storage area protected against tampering? 1926.153(k)(2)
Containers located to minimize exposures? 1910.110(f)(2)(i)
Extinguishers installed at proper height where mounted? NFPA 10-6.1.3.9
Good compliance/no safety violations? (Subpart F)
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Forklifts inspected daily? 1910.178(q)(7)
Forklifts free of known defects/damage? 1910.178(q)(1)
Forklifts removed from service if defective? 1910.178(p)(1)
Forklift operators trained? 1910.178(l)(1)(i)
Operators properly certified by employer? 1910.178(l)(6)
Forklift operators evaluated every 3 years? 1910.178(l)(4)(iii)
No modifications affecting lift capacity? 1910.178(a)(4)
Forks lowered when truck as unattended? 1910.178(m)(5)(i)
Nameplate/markings in place and legible? 1910.178(a)(6)
Seatbelts worn while operating forklifts? Sec. 5(a)(1)
Operator Manual available for review? (Best Practice)
Good compliance/no safety violations? 1910.178
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Dispensing unit protected against vehicle damage? 1926.152(e)(4)
Vehicle bonded to fuel source tank when transferring fuel? 1926.152(e)(2)
No Smoking signs in fuel dispensing area? 1926.152(g)(8)
Motors shut off during fueling operation? 1926.152(g)(10)
Fire extinguisher within 75 ft of fueling area? 1926.152(g)(11)
Fueling area free of combustibles? 1926.151(c)(3)
Tank(s) secured during off-work hours? (Best Practice)
Dispensing nozzle automatic-closing type? 1926.152(g)(4)
Fuel tanks properly labeled? NFPA 30
Spill control means/method provided? 1926.152(e)(1)
Good compliance/no safety violations? 1926.152
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
SDS kept at worksite for each hazardous chemical?1910.1200(g)(1)
SDS's readily accessible to employees as needed? 1910.1200(g)(8)
Chemicals (in supplier container) properly labeled/legible? 1910.1200(f)(6)(i)
Chemicals (in secondary container) properly labeled/legible? 1910.1200(f)(6)(ii)
Chemical inventory list maintained? 1910.1200(e)(1)(i)
Employees effectively trained & demonstrate competency? 1910.1200(h)(1)
Good compliance/no safety violations? 1910.1200
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Noise exposures monitored/controlled? 1926.52
Asbestos exposures monitored/controlled? 1926.1101
CO exposures monitored/controlled? 1926.55
Lead exposures monitored/controlled? 1926.62
Welding fume exposures monitored/controlled? 1926.353
Extreme heat exposures monitored/controlled? (5a1)
Extreme cold exposures monitored/controlled? (5a1)
Steps taken to protect workers from cold stress? OSHA Pub. 3156
Steps taken to protect against insects/animals? (Best Practice)
Is Mold Remediation Plan in writing/available? 5(a)(1)
Is Mold Remediation Plan appropriate based on size of contaminated area? 5(a)(1)
Do workers follow the Mold Remediation Plan guidelines? 5(a)(1)
Good compliance/no safety violations?
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Outdoor air temperature & relevant conditions monitored?
Conditions measurement devices calibrated prior to use?
Unlimited cool drinking water provided/accessible during work shift?
Is shade provided when temp exceeds 80 degrees?
Shaded area(s) accommodate the number of employees on shift?
Preventive cool-down rest breaks encouraged?
Employees monitored if experiencing symptoms?
Acclimatization & Screening Program in place and practiced?
Are High-Heat Procedures in place if temp exceeds 95F?
Are heat-illness response procedures in place?
Heat Illness training provided at time of hire & includes required elements?
Admin controls (e.g., reduce shift severity/duration, rotations etc.) taken to reduce risk?
Appropriate clothing worn to reduce heat burden/clothing needs considered in work plan?
Engineering controls implemented in addition to shady areas?
Prevention Plan accounts for job tasks in heavy/very-heavy categories?
Good compliance/no safety violations?
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Worksite reasonably organized/good housekeeping? 1926.25(a)
Combustible scrap/debris removed at regular intervals? 1926.25(b)
Job trailer clean and reasonably organized? (Best Practice)
Material staging area kept reasonably organized? 1926.25(a)
Gang box(es) reasonably clean and organized? (Best Practice)
Garbage disposed of at frequent/regular intervals? 1926.25
Loose scrap/light materials susceptible to wind secured? (5A1)
No protruding nails on scrap lumber? 1926.25
Containers used for oily/flammable waste covered? (1926.25)
Good compliance/no safety violations? 1926.25
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Ladders inspected/no visible defects? 1926.1053(b)(15)
Side rails extend 3 ft. above landing surface? 1926.1053(b)(1)
Ladders set up at 4:1 angle? 1926.1053(b)(5)(I)
Ladders set up on stable/level surface? 1926.1053(b)(6)
Top of ladder secured to prevent side shift? 1926.1053(b)(1)
Base of ladder secured when conditions warrant? 1926.1053(b)(6)
Ladders used correctly/as intended by mfg? 1926.1053(b)(4)
Stairs/ladder/ramp at elevation break of 19+ inches? 1926.1051(a)
Spreaders fully engaged on stepladders? 1926.1053(a)(8)
Workers avoid using top 2 steps of stepladder? 1926.1053(b)(13)
Area at top and bottom of ladder kept clear? 1926.1053(b)(9)
At least one hand free to grasp ladder? 1926.1053(b)(21)
Loads not carried that could cause loss of balance/fall? 1926.1053(b)(22)
Job-made ladders compliant? 1926.1053(b)
Non-conductive ladder used if exposed to electrical hazard? 1926.1053(b)(12)
Damaged ladders tagged and removed from service? 1926.1053(b)(16)
Handrails on stairs with 4 or more risers? 1926.1052(c)
Treads/landings on pan stairways filled? 1926.1052(a)(5)
Good compliance/no safety violations? (1926 Subpart X)
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
if the answer is "checked "
Equipment in good condition/no obvious defects? 1926.601(b)(14)
Seatbelts on earth-moving equip. w/ROPs? 1926.602(a)(2)(i)
Seat belts worn on equipment with ROPs? 1926.28(a)
Parking brake set when equipment is parked? 1926.600(a)(3)(ii)
Wheels chocked when needed (i.e. parked on incline)? 1926.600(a)(3)(ii)
Bidirectional machines equipped with functional horn? 1926.602(a)(9)(i)
Reverse alarm and/or spotter when backing? 1926.601-602(a)(9)(ii)
No passengers allowed on single-operator equipment? 1926.601(b)(8)
Windshields in good condition/no cracks? 1926.601(b)(5)
Personnel platform secured to carriage/forks? 1926.602(c)(1)(viii)(A)
Personnel on raised platform have access to operating controls? 1926.602(c)(1)(viii)(B)
Beacon light activated on equipment when conditions warrant? (Best Practice)
Slow Moving Vehicle placard when operating in traffic? (MUTCD)
Blades/buckets/dump bodies lowered or blocked when not in use? 1926.600(a)(3)(i)
Operator(s) competent/familiar with equipment controls? 1926.20(b)(4)
Equipment/attachments safe distance from energized power lines? 1926.600(a)(6)
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