Special Resources » Checklists & Audits: Safety - Hazards


Checklists and audits for individual safety hazards, such as lock-out / tag-out, PPE, forklift safety, playgrounds, machine guarding, etc.

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Aviation » Airport Safety
Safety hazards and controls in aviation

Aviation Incident/Accident Response Guide [3745] Aviation Incident/Accident Response Guide : Resource Info
Guidance on the steps to take following an aircraft accident

Construction » Construction Safety
Workplace safety and health resources for construction hazards

New Construction Industry Guide for Managing Lead [35244] Construction Industry Guide for Managing Lead : Resource Info
Relevant forms, checklists and information sheets that can be adapted to different work sites

New Construction Industry Guide for Managing Silica [35243] Construction Industry Guide for Managing Silica : Resource Info
Relevant forms, checklists and information sheets that can be adapted to different work sites

Construction » Contractor Safety Manual
Sample construction safety programs, rules, policies, checklists, SOPs

Construction Checklist for Self-Inspection [12578] Construction Checklist for Self-Inspection : Resource Info
Job site self-inspection checklist

New Construction Industry Guide for Managing Lead & Silica [35245] Construction Industry Guide for Managing Lead & Silica : Resource Info
Relevant forms, checklists and information sheets that can be adapted to different work sites

Construction » Jobsite Safety
Workplace safety and health resources for construction hazards

Construction Jobsite Loss Control Survey [26060] Construction Jobsite Loss Control Survey : Resource Info
Checklist of safety items that should be observed at construction job sites

Construction Jobsite Safety Checklist [pdf] [26174] Construction Jobsite Safety Checklist : Resource Info
3 page form for conducting job site safety inspections

Framing Emphasis Safety Checklist [26067] Framing Emphasis Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Jobsite inspection form for wood framing safety (pdf)

Job Site Safety Checklist [27302] Job Site Safety Checklist : Resource Info
A job start-up safety checklist outline

New Jobsite Safety Work Practices [pdf] [35242] Jobsite Safety Work Practices : Resource Info
A series of safety checklists for confined space, excavation, hazcom, PPE, motor vehicle, general safety rules and more

Residential Wood Framing Jobsite Safety Requirements [pdf] [26069] Residential Wood Framing Jobsite Safety Requirements : Resource Info
Safety audit for the residential wood framing industry

Construction » OSHA Construction
OSHA technical resources on construction

Excavation/Trench Site Assessment Questions [5915] Excavation/Trench Site Assessment Questions : Resource Info
Trench / excavation checklist

Construction » Risk Management
Risk management and insurance related issues in the construction industry

Fire Safety Construction Requirements [19406] Fire Safety Construction Requirements : Resource Info
Full text of a safety policy & procedure that can be used when renovating existing structures

Construction » Work Zone Safety
Best practices for minimizing delay & enhancing safety in highway construction

Highway Work Zone Safety Pocket Guide & Checklist [pdf] [21719] Highway Work Zone Safety Pocket Guide & Checklist : Resource Info
53 pages workzone safety checklist

Work Zone Safety Program [14812] Work Zone Safety Program : Resource Info
Materials to be used to institute a work zone safety program

Disaster Response » Checklists
Emergency preparedness checklists, bomb threat checklists

Bomb Threat Checklist [9223] Bomb Threat Checklist : Resource Info
Full text of a one page checklist

Emergency Action Plan Checklist [pdf] [18890] Emergency Action Plan Checklist : Resource Info
Sample EAP checklist for creating a site-specific plan

Emergency Response Agreements Checklist [pdf] [18909] Emergency Response Agreements Checklist : Resource Info
Checklist currently in use by the US National Weather Service

Disaster Response » Dam Safety
Dam safety, flood control, etc.

Dam Inspection Checklist [15527] Dam Inspection Checklist : Resource Info
Yes/no checklist with comments section

Disaster Response » Hazmat
Hazardous waste and spill containment emergency response - hazmat teams

Hazardous Waste Container Checkup [14390] Hazardous Waste Container Checkup : Resource Info
A checklist for evaluating hazardous waste containers

Drivers and Vehicles » Vehicle Inspections
Procedures for inspecting trucks, buses, cargo tanks, etc. Pre-trip inspections.

Motor Vehicle Safety, Vehicle Inspection & Snomobile Pre-Trip Checklists [pdf] [18883] Motor Vehicle Safety, Vehicle Inspection & Snomobile Pre-Trip Checklists : Resource Info
Sample checklists and safety rules for motor vehicle safety, snomobiles and snowcats

Environment » Noise
Hearing conservation programs, acoustics, hearing protection devices, etc.

A Quick Checklist for Monitoring Your OHC Program [6664] A Quick Checklist for Monitoring Your OHC Program : Resource Info
Series of yes / no questions on occupational hearing conservation programs

Hearing Conservation Checklist [pdf] [18896] Hearing Conservation Checklist : Resource Info
Sample Format for Audiometric Test Records & Hearing Conservation Program Checklist

OSHA Noise Standard Compliance Checklist [11946] OSHA Noise Standard Compliance Checklist : Resource Info
This checklist summarizes the OSHA noise standard

Equipment Safety » Crane-Hoist Safety
Crane and hoist safety program materials

Crane Inspection Items [26413] Crane Inspection Items : Resource Info
Some of the things to look for in a general crane inspection

Crane Operation Daily Checklist [26407] Crane Operation Daily Checklist : Resource Info
The following applicable items shall be checked daily, other items may apply

Cranes, Hoists And Slings Checklist [pdf] [18907] Cranes, Hoists And Slings Checklist : Resource Info
Sample checklist and safety rules for the use of cranes, hoist and lsings

Hoisting & Rigging Critical Lift Checklists [26439] Hoisting & Rigging Critical Lift Checklists : Resource Info
To be used prior to lifting any loads

Telescoping Boom Hydraulic Crane Inspection [16246] Telescoping Boom Hydraulic Crane Inspection : Resource Info
A crane inspection checklist

Wire Rope Reference [16249] Wire Rope Reference : Resource Info
Wire rope technical information

Equipment Safety » Farm Machinery Safety
Farm equipment safety, tractor safety, ROPS, baler safety, etc.

Tractor/PTO Safety Checklist [16835] Tractor/PTO Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Tractor/Power Take Off (PTO) Training Checklist

Equipment Safety » Forklift Safety
Forklift safety program materials

Daily Checklists for Powered Industrial Trucks [11187] Daily Checklists for Powered Industrial Trucks : Resource Info
15 checklists for specific types of industrial trucks

Forklift Checklist [pdf] [18880] Forklift Checklist : Resource Info
Sample pre-operational checklists and forklift safety checklists

Forklift Safety Guide [pdf] [31779] Forklift Safety Guide : Resource Info
Also includes a sample forklift safety program, training outline and checklists

Forklift Safety Program [doc] [27057] Forklift Safety Program : Resource Info
Safety rules for forklift operators

Forklift Safety Rules [pdf] [31778] Forklift Safety Rules : Resource Info
Also includes a forklift drive test checklist

Forklift Trucks [8359] Forklift Trucks : Resource Info
Forklift safety including a daily checklist

Sample Daily Checklists for Powered Industrial Trucks [28964] Sample Daily Checklists for Powered Industrial Trucks : Resource Info
Intended to assist in providing training on OSHA's powered industrial truck operator standards

Equipment Safety » Ladder-Platform Safety
Ladder and work platform safety

Ladder Safety Toolbox Talks [22281] Ladder Safety Toolbox Talks : Resource Info
Safety topics on ladder safety for workers

Portable Ladder Safety Checklist [27058] Portable Ladder Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Checklist for portable ladder safety

Portable Ladders Safety Checklist [pdf] [3167] Portable Ladders Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Checklist on the proper use of portable ladders

Safety Checklist for Mobile Ladder Stands [3166] Safety Checklist for Mobile Ladder Stands : Resource Info
Designed for controlling falls from mobile ladder stands

Equipment Safety » Lockout/Tagout
Equipment electrical safety, lockout/tagout programs, preventing electrical shoc

Control of Hazardous Energy Sources Checklist [pdf] [18889] Control of Hazardous Energy Sources Checklist : Resource Info
Sample lockout/tagout checklist and safety rules

Lockout / Tagout Technical Reference Manual [3170] Lockout / Tagout Technical Reference Manual : Resource Info
Full text of a technical reference manual on lockout / tagout safety

Equipment Safety » OSHA Machinery
OSHA technical resources for machine guarding

Machine Guarding Checklist [1092] Machine Guarding Checklist : Resource Info
OSHA's machine guarding checklist assists in compliance with safeguarding standards

Equipment Safety » Tool Safety
Safety fact sheets and tips on the safe use of hand and power tools

Hand and Power Tool Safety Checklist [pdf] [18904] Hand and Power Tool Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Sample checklist and safety rules for the use of hand and power tools

Tablesaw Safety [26446] Tablesaw Safety : Resource Info
A safety checklist to follow before sawing

Equipment Safety » Welding Safety
Bulletins, guidance on safety in welding

Hot Work Permit Template and Checklist [pdf] [18879] Hot Work Permit Template and Checklist : Resource Info
Sample hot work permit template, safety checklist and procedures

Geology - Soil Mechanics » Excavation Safety
Resources on excavation and trenching safety requirements

Daily Excavation Checklist [20640] Daily Excavation Checklist : Resource Info
Yes/no checklist for daily excavation inspections

Excavation Guidelines Checklist [pdf] [2758] Excavation Guidelines Checklist : Resource Info
25 yes/no question checklist - chart on maximum allowable slopes

Trenching & Excavation Competent Person Checklist [doc] [30214] Trenching & Excavation Competent Person Checklist : Resource Info
To be completed at the jobsite

Trenching & Excavation Operations Checklist [doc] [30215] Trenching & Excavation Operations Checklist : Resource Info
To be completed at the jobsite

Trenching And Excavation Operations Checklist [pdf] [18886] Trenching And Excavation Operations Checklist : Resource Info
Sample trenching safety checklist and standard operating procedures

Marine » Commercial Vessels
Commercial vessel marine safety requirements and materials

AWO Responsible Carrier Program & Audit Checklists [20743] AWO Responsible Carrier Program & Audit Checklists : Resource Info
Tools by which companies and auditors verify their compliance with the RCP

Tugboat, Towboat and Barge Industry [20745] Tugboat, Towboat and Barge Industry : Resource Info
Safety materials, audits, checklists, best practices, etc.

Marine » Marine Safety
Resources on maritime, terminal and shipyard safety

Vessel Safety Checklist [26624] Vessel Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Checklist to assist with a bow-to-stern safety inspection of your boat

Marine » Marine Safety Manuals
Sample marine safety programs, crewman's handbook, etc

Sample Work Permits - Ships [29073] Sample Work Permits - Ships : Resource Info
Checklists to ensure safe standarized work procedures on ships

Marine » Recreational Boating
Resources on recreational boating safety

Personal Watercraft (PWC) Renter Orientation Checklist [26626] Personal Watercraft (PWC) Renter Orientation Checklist : Resource Info
Designed for PWC rental agents to use in highlighting PWC safety issue when renting the watercraft

Marine » Watercraft Safety
Resources on boating and marine safety

Canada: Marine Safety Inspection Checklist [5499] Canada: Marine Safety Inspection Checklist : Resource Info
Used by the Canadian government

Safety » Accident Investigation
Accident investigation programs, job safey analyses, etc.

Accident/Illness Reporting and Recording Procedures & Forms [pdf] [18903] Accident/Illness Reporting and Recording Procedures & Forms : Resource Info
Sample procedures and forms in use by a US government agency

Safety » Boilers
Boiler and pressure vessel safety materials

Updated Checklist for Starting Boilers After a Lay-Up Period [10529] Checklist for Starting Boilers After a Lay-Up Period : Resource Info
Safety checklist for boiler operators

New Sample Boiler Checklists, Logs, Informational Articles [35120] Sample Boiler Checklists, Logs, Informational Articles : Resource Info
Created by State government agencies responsible for boilers and pressure vessels

Safety » Compressed Gas
Compressed gas cylinder safety, pressure line safety, etc.

Compressed Gas Safety Checklist [pdf] [18894] Compressed Gas Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Checklists for compressed gas safety, hydrogen safety, cylinder inspections

Safety » Confined Space Program
Technical resources related to confined space requirements

Confined Space Entry Checklist [pdf] [18897] Confined Space Entry Checklist : Resource Info
Sample Confined-Space Entry Permit and Checklist

Confined-Space Pre-entry Checklist [pdf] [27067] Confined-Space Pre-entry Checklist : Resource Info
Checklist must be filled out whenever workers enter a permit required space

Confined-Space-Entry Safety Checklist [27068] Confined-Space-Entry Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Checklist for a confined space entry safety program

Sample Confined Space Entry Program Materials [23807] Sample Confined Space Entry Program Materials : Resource Info
Includes a checklist, training materials and other resources.

Safety » Fall Protection
Falls from elevations and fall protection safety resources

Fall Arrest System Checklist [pdf] [27184] Fall Arrest System Checklist : Resource Info
Safety checklist outline

Fall Protection Checklist [pdf] [18881] Fall Protection Checklist : Resource Info
Sample Fall Protection procedure

Fall Protection Checklist [doc] [30217] Fall Protection Checklist : Resource Info
To be used at the jobsite

Safety » Fire Extinguishers
References on portable fire extinguishers

Combustible Metal [13347] Combustible Metal : Resource Info
A list of combustible metals that require a type D fire extinguisher

Fire Extinguisher Checklist [16099] Fire Extinguisher Checklist : Resource Info
Checklist that can be used to analyze adequate fire extinguisher protection

Safety » Fire Hazards
Control of special fire hazards

Commercial Kitchen Hood Work Sheet/ Check List [doc] [25720] Commercial Kitchen Hood Work Sheet/ Check List : Resource Info
Created to assist with compliance to building codes in Seattle, WA (pdf)

Safety » Fire Programs
Full text fire safety programs, checklists and support materials

Sample Fire Prevention Plan [pdf] [18891] Sample Fire Prevention Plan : Resource Info
Template for a fire prevention plan

Sample Fire Safety Plan Materials [23804] Sample Fire Safety Plan Materials : Resource Info
Includes a checklist, policies and procedures for fire drills, fire extinguisher placement and more

Safety » Flammables
Controlling the hazards from flammable and combustible liquids and gases

Battery Charging and Storage Operations Checklist [pdf] [18900] Battery Charging and Storage Operations Checklist : Resource Info
These systems may include lead acid batteries, lithium chloride batteries, and other similar devices

Flammable & Combustible Liquid Storage Checklist [pdf] [18901] Flammable & Combustible Liquid Storage Checklist : Resource Info
Sample checklist and safety rules for safe storage of flammable and combustible liquids

Paint Booth Safety Inspection Checklist [pdf] [29370] Paint Booth Safety Inspection Checklist : Resource Info
A loss prevention checklist for spray paint booths

Safety » Hazcom
Full text of hazard communication programs and resources

Hazard Communication Self-Inspection Checklist [2529] Hazard Communication Self-Inspection Checklist : Resource Info
For a generic hazard communication program

Safety » Inspection Forms
Safety self-inspections, self-evaluation checklists, yes/no questions

ADA Checklist for New Lodging Facilities [25242] ADA Checklist for New Lodging Facilities : Resource Info
Hotels, motels, inns and other places of lodging must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

ADA Checklist for Polling Places [25241] ADA Checklist for Polling Places : Resource Info
Evaluating the Physical Accessibility of Polling Places

Australia: Workplace Safety Checklists [22539] Australia: Workplace Safety Checklists : Resource Info
A series of workplace safety inspection checklists

Canada: Customer Rail Safety Handbook [16780] Canada: Customer Rail Safety Handbook : Resource Info
Rail safety standard operating procedures

Canada: Safety Checklists [18935] Canada: Safety Checklists : Resource Info
Series of safety checklists from Ontario, Canada

Canada: Safety Inspection Checklists & Guidance [16999] Canada: Safety Inspection Checklists & Guidance : Resource Info
General information and checklists about conducting worksite safety inspections

Canada: Workplace Inspections [18950] Canada: Workplace Inspections : Resource Info
How to inspect your workplace and identify potential problems

Checklist for Safe PTO Operation [20561] Checklist for Safe PTO Operation : Resource Info
Yes/no checklist - 10 questions

Checklist for Sharps Injury Prevention [pdf] [25381] Checklist for Sharps Injury Prevention : Resource Info
Intended to help your facility comply with OSHA standards related to bloodborne pathogens (pdf)

Church Self-Inspection Checklists [22346] Church Self-Inspection Checklists : Resource Info
Various safety checklists for a church occupancy

Commissary / Grocery Safety Checklist [26440] Commissary / Grocery Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Checklist focused on groceries operations

Construction Checklist for Jobsite Self Inspection [25046] Construction Checklist for Jobsite Self Inspection : Resource Info
A series of questions that persons working in construction should answer during a self-inspection

Construction Jobsite Safety Inspection Checklist [pdf] [25913] Construction Jobsite Safety Inspection Checklist : Resource Info
To be used to inspect job sites for safety compliance

Construction Safety Checklist [27183] Construction Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Sample job site inspection form

Construction Safety Checklists [12142] Construction Safety Checklists : Resource Info
14 construction safety checklists

Construction Safety Checklists [17446] Construction Safety Checklists : Resource Info
Full text of approx. 50 construction site safety checklists

Electrical Residential Safety Checklist [26886] Electrical Residential Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Checklist to make certain your residence is electrically safe

Electrical Workplace Safety Checklist [26887] Electrical Workplace Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Checklist to make certain your workplace is electrically safe

Fire Prevention Checklists [9720] Fire Prevention Checklists : Resource Info
General fire prevention and arson fire prevention checklists

General Industry Checklist [pdf] [12384] General Industry Checklist : Resource Info
Yes/no type premises inspection

General Industry Self Inspection Checklist [25047] General Industry Self Inspection Checklist : Resource Info
Useful to assist in determining minimum requirements for safe and healthful workplace condition

General Industry Self-Inspection Checklist [pdf] [25945] General Industry Self-Inspection Checklist : Resource Info
A 20 page checklist that covers general industry safety

Guidelines for Hazard Abatement [5607] Guidelines for Hazard Abatement : Resource Info
Checklist for public areas, parks, playgrounds

Hazard Assessment Checklist [20703] Hazard Assessment Checklist : Resource Info
Used to see if employees need to use personal protective equipment (PPE)

Hazardous Waste Inspection Checklists [29059] Hazardous Waste Inspection Checklists : Resource Info
Santa Clara, California designed forms

Heat Stress: General Workplace Review [18828] Heat Stress: General Workplace Review : Resource Info
Sample questions of what to ask when investigating heat stress in the workplace

Home Fall Prevention Checklist [21814] Home Fall Prevention Checklist : Resource Info
Checklist for analyzing and correcting fall hazards in the home

Home Safety Checklist [23985] Home Safety Checklist : Resource Info
This checklist is designed to make your home environment safer by preventing accidents and injuries

Home Safety Checklist [24803] Home Safety Checklist : Resource Info
Check the following throughout your home

Updated Household Safety Checklists [24568] Household Safety Checklists : Resource Info
Indoor and outdoor safety checklists for the home

Job Site Inspection Checklist [pdf] [26801] Job Site Inspection Checklist : Resource Info
A checklist for job site safety evaluation

Job Site Safety Checklist [20632] Job Site Safety Checklist : Resource Info
7 sections - assists with job site safety inspections

Job Site Safety Planning Checklist [20631] Job Site Safety Planning Checklist : Resource Info
15 sections - assists with planning for job site safety

Ladder Inspection Checklist [pdf] [23312] Ladder Inspection Checklist : Resource Info
The following are guidelines for the safe use of ladders

Ladder Inspection Checklist [26669] Ladder Inspection Checklist : Resource Info
General safety checklist for all types of ladders

Ladder Self-Inspection Guide [pdf] [26068] Ladder Self-Inspection Guide : Resource Info
Checklist for ladder safety requirements

Laundry Health & Safety Inspection Checklists [29020] Laundry Health & Safety Inspection Checklists : Resource Info
Checklists of potential safety hazards in an industrial laundry

Loss Prevention Checklists [29369] Loss Prevention Checklists : Resource Info
For evacuations, confined space, hazcom, hearing conservation, BBP, paint booths, confined space

Manufacturing Facility Safety Analysis [18956] Manufacturing Facility Safety Analysis : Resource Info
Manufacturing safety checklist

Migrant Housing Inspection Checklist [17465] Migrant Housing Inspection Checklist : Resource Info
Yes/no checklist available in English and Spanish

New Employee Safety Orientation [10152] New Employee Safety Orientation : Resource Info
Safety orientation checklist

NSW, Australia: Risk Management Forms [9508] NSW, Australia: Risk Management Forms : Resource Info
Checklists for workplace inspections, material handling, etc.

Occupational Safety and Health Checklists [32148] Occupational Safety and Health Checklists : Resource Info
A series of safety checklists - marine, motor vehicle, aviation, recreation and more

Occupational Safety Checklists [559] Occupational Safety Checklists : Resource Info
Series of checklists for employers to prevent occupational disorders in the workplace