Safety Checklist For Flammable And Combustibles

Safety Checklist For Flammables And Combustibles

 

SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
Safety Questionnaire			Yes	No
	Are combustible scrap, debris, and waste materials (oily rags, etc.) stored in covered metal receptacles and removed from the worksite promptly?
	Is proper storage practiced to minimize the risk of fire including spontaneous combustion?
	Are approved containers and tanks used for the storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids? Are all connections on drums and combustible
	Are all connections on drums and combustible liquid piping, vapor and liquid tight
	Are all flammable liquids kept in closed containers when not in use (for example, parts cleaning tanks, pans, etc.)?
	Do storage rooms for flammable and combustible liquids have explosion-proof lights?
2.3	Do storage rooms for flammable and combustible liquids have mechanical or gravity ventilation?
2.4	Is liquefied petroleum gas stored, handled, and used in accordance with safe practices and standards?
2.5	Are "NO SMOKING" signs posted on liquefied petroleum gas tanks?
2.6	Are liquefied petroleum storage tanks guarded to prevent damage from vehicles?
	Are all solvent wastes and flammable liquids kept in fire-resistant, covered containers until they are removed from the worksite?
	Is vacuuming used whenever possible rather than blowing or sweeping combustible dust? Are firm separators placed between containers of combustibles or flammables, when stacked one upon another, to assure their support and stability?
	Are fuel gas cylinders and oxygen cylinders separated by distance, and fireresistant barriers, while in storage?
	Are fire extinguishers selected and provided for the types of materials in areas where they are to be used?
	Are appropriate fire extinguishers mounted within 75 feet of outside areas containing flammable liquids, and within 10 feet of any inside storage area for such materials?
	Are extinguishers free from obstructions or blockage?
	Are all extinguishers serviced, maintained and tagged at intervals not to exceed 1 year?
	Are all extinguishers fully charged and in their designated places?
	Where sprinkler systems are permanently installed, are the nozzle heads so directed or arranged that water will not be sprayed into operating electrical switch boards and equipment
	Are "NO SMOKING" signs posted where appropriate in areas where flammable or combustible materials are used or stored?
	Are all spills of flammable or combustible liquids cleaned up promptly?
	Are storage tanks adequately vented to prevent the development of excessive vacuum or pressure as a result of filling, emptying, or atmosphere temperature changes?
	Are storage tanks equipped with emergency venting that will relieve excessive internal pressure caused by fire exposure?
	Are "NO SMOKING" rules enforced in areas involving storage and use of hazardous materials?

 

Safety Checklist For Personal Protective Equipment 

SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Safety Questionnaire			Yes	No
	Are employers assessing the workplace to determine if hazards that require the use of personal protective equipment (for example, head, eye, face, hand, or foot protection) are present or are likely to be present?
	If hazards or the likelihood of hazards are found, are employers selecting and having affected employees use properly fitted personal protective equipment suitable for protection from these hazards?
	Has the employee been trained on ppe procedures, that is, what ppe is necessary for a job task, when they need it, and how to properly adjust it?
	Are protective goggles or face shields provided and worn where there is any danger of flying particles or corrosive materials?
	Are approved safety glasses required to be worn at all times in areas where there is a risk of eye injuries such as punctures, abrasions, contusions or burns?
	Are employees who need corrective lenses (glasses or contacts) in working environments having harmful exposures, required to wear only approved safety glasses, protective goggles, or use other medically approved precautionary procedures?
2.3	Are protective gloves, aprons, shields, or other means provided and required where employees could be cut or where there is reasonably anticipated exposure to corrosive liquids, chemicals, blood, or other potentially infectious materials? See 29 CFR 1910.1030(b) for the definition of "other potentially infectious materials
2.4	Are hard hats provided and worn where danger of falling objects exists?
2.5	Are hard hats inspected periodically for damage to the shell and suspension system?
2.6	Is appropriate foot protection required where there is the risk of foot injuries from hot, corrosive, or poisonous substances, falling objects, crushing or penetrating actions?
	Are approved respirators provided for regular or emergency use where needed?
	Is all protective equipment maintained in a sanitary condition and ready for use?
	Do you have eye wash facilities and a quick drench shower within the work area where employees are exposed to injurious corrosive materials? Where special equipment is needed for electrical workers, is it available?
	Where food or beverages are consumed on the premises, are they consumed in areas where there is no exposure to toxic material, blood, or other potentially infectious materials?
	Is protection against the effects of occupational noise exposure provided when sound levels exceed those of the OSHA noise standard?
	Are adequate work procedures, protective clothing and equipment provided and used when cleaning up spilled toxic or otherwise hazardous materials or liquids?
	Are there appropriate procedures in place for disposing of or decontaminating personal protective equipment contaminated with, or reasonably anticipated to be contaminated with, blood or other potentially infectious materials?