MSHA inspection checklist

MSHA Inspection Checklist

This checklist is designed to assist in conducting thorough safety and health inspections in workplaces, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting a safe working environment. Inspections should identify potential hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented [1].

Instructions:

• Complete this checklist during each inspection.
• Mark each item as either "Yes" (compliant), "No" (non-compliant), or "N/A" (not applicable).
• Provide detailed comments for each "No" response, including the specific hazard and location.
• Ensure corrective actions are documented and implemented promptly.

I. General Requirements

Item	Yes	No	N/A	Comments/Corrective Actions
1. Are safety and health rules posted and readily available to all employees?
2. Is there a designated safety representative or team responsible for conducting inspections? [1]
3. Are records of previous inspections maintained and accessible? [1]
4. Is there a system in place for reporting and addressing hazards?
5. Is there a workplace violence prevention program in place, if applicable? [2]

II. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Item	Yes	No	N/A	Comments/Corrective Actions
1. Is appropriate PPE provided to all employees? [3]
2. Is PPE properly maintained and stored?
3. Are employees trained on the proper use, care, and limitations of PPE?
4. Is eye and face protection used when there is a potential for flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, or injurious light radiation?
5. Is foot protection used when there is a danger of foot injuries due to falling or rolling objects, or objects piercing the sole?

III. Hazard Communication

Item	Yes	No	N/A	Comments/Corrective Actions
1. Is there a written hazard communication program? [4]
2. Are Safety Data Sheets (SDS) readily accessible for all hazardous chemicals? [5]
3. Are all containers properly labeled with the identity of the material and hazard warnings?
4. Are employees trained on the hazards of chemicals in their work area and how to protect themselves?

IV. Equipment Safety

Item	Yes	No	N/A	Comments/Corrective Actions
1. Are all machines and equipment properly guarded?
2. Are lockout/tagout procedures in place and followed for equipment maintenance? [4]
3. Are regular inspections and maintenance performed on equipment?
4. Are warning labels and decals on equipment legible? [6]
5. Are forklifts and other powered industrial trucks inspected daily?

V. Environmental Safety

Item	Yes	No	N/A	Comments/Corrective Actions
1. Are walking and working surfaces free from hazards such as spills, sharp objects, and obstructions?
2. Is there adequate lighting in all work areas?
3. Is ventilation adequate to control dust, fumes, and vapors?
4. Are emergency exits clearly marked and unobstructed?
5. Are fire extinguishers readily accessible and inspected regularly?

VI. Electrical Safety

Item	Yes	No	N/A	Comments/Corrective Actions
1. Are electrical cords and equipment in good condition?
2. Are ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) used in wet locations?
3. Are electrical panels and boxes properly closed and labeled?
4. Is sufficient access and working space maintained around all electrical equipment?
5. Are employees trained on electrical safety procedures?

VII. Fall Protection

Item	Yes	No	N/A	Comments/Corrective Actions
1. Is fall protection provided for employees working at heights of 6 feet or more?
2. Are guardrails, safety nets, or personal fall arrest systems used appropriately?
3. Are fall protection systems inspected regularly?
4. Are employees trained on fall protection procedures?

VIII. Recordkeeping and Reporting

Item	Yes	No	N/A	Comments/Corrective Actions
1. Are injury and illness records (OSHA 300 logs) maintained and up-to-date? [7]
2. Are incidents reported to MSHA as required?
3. Are employee medical records maintained confidentially? [8]

IX. Other

Item	Yes	No	N/A	Comments/Corrective Actions
1. Are confined space entry procedures followed?
2. Is there an emergency action plan in place? [4]
3. Are employees trained on the emergency action plan?
4. Are hearing conservation measures in place where noise levels exceed permissible limits?
5. Are respiratory protection measures in place where necessary? [3]

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