SECTION 10

SECTION 10

INSPECTIONS

1. Purpose

To provide the superintendent with the necessary forms and guidelines for jobsite inspections.

2. Site Inspection

The superintendent and foreman shall make daily inspections of operations and be continually alert to changing conditions, as the work progresses. Focus shall be on unsafe acts as well as unsafe conditions. All unsafe acts and conditions shall be corrected immediately.

The superintendent and foreman are required to complete their respective Area Safety Audit Forms, found at the end of this section, on a weekly basis. A copy of the completed form shall be kept on file at the field office and the original sent to the safety coordinator at the Memphis office.

Required forms: 1. Superintendent: Area Safety Audit Form

2. Craft Foreman: Area Safety Audit Form

3. Equipment Inspections

The superintendent or his designee shall make daily inspection of all construction tools and equipment and complete the appropriate inspection forms located at the end of this section. These reports shall be maintained at the field office with a copy to safety coordinator

Required forms: 1. Cranes - copy in crane

2. Forklifts

3. Manlifts

4. Scissors lifts

4. Rigging

All rigging shall be inspected prior to its use each day. See Rigging Inspection Procedure.

5. Safety Audits

SMC safety coordinators, superintendents and foremen shall make audits of the construction site in accordance with the audit procedure detailed in this section. Visiting members of management as outlined in the audit procedure will randomly perform other audits. Any items found in noncompliance shall be corrected immediately.

OSHA INSPECTION OUTLINE

1. Procedures to Follow When Involved in an OSHA Compliance Inspection

Notify the Memphis office upon the arrival of OSHA.

Determine if a subpoena should be required. Although some owners require a subpoena for OSHA to come on their site, SMC does not.

Examine the inspector's credentials. Record his/her name, serial number and the name of his/her supervisor.

During the opening conference, learn the purpose and scope of the inspection. Request copies of the applicable safety and health standard as well as a copy of the complaint, if any.

Ensure that your OSHA poster is here and your Hazard Communication Program is on hand, your OSHA 200 log is up-to-date, and last year's 200 log is posted, as required.

Never disclose information, which can be used against you. Do not ask the inspector if something is or is not in compliance. Be polite, yet firm. Do not hesitate to boast about the safety precautions taken on the project.

During a walk-around inspection, a supervisory employee should accompany the inspector. The inspector has the right to consult with a reasonable number of employees concerning safety and health matters. Take photos of the same items photographed by the inspector. They can talk with your employees in private and ask for their home phone numbers (workers are not obligated to discuss anything with OSHA).

Make a note of every violation, if any, that the inspector points out. Correct, if possible, all violations immediately and be sure that the inspector's records reflect the correction.

Note the amount of time the inspector was on your project.

Subcontractors should be present during inspection of their work.

During the closing conference, review items, if any, for which you will be cited. Check the item against the standard. Ask for complete explanation if it is not absolutely clear. Should you disagree with the inspector's position, politely yet firmly, point out your opinion.

Do not discuss the fine! This could be construed as a bribe.

Types of citations are serious, other than serious, willful, and repeat. Expect a follow-up inspection if your citation is classified as serious, other than serious, or willful.

AUDITS

1. Construction Audits

Purpose

To review the jobsite work activities and equipment on a frequent and regular basis in an effort to eliminate potential hazards and to document the findings.

Responsibility

It is the responsibility of all salaried or hourly employees acting in the capacity of superintendents, foremen and safety coordinators to inspect the jobsite during their normal duties on a daily basis and to document their inspections on a weekly basis.

Training

All superintendents and safety coordinators shall complete the 30-hour OSHA course. At least one employee who has completed the course shall be assigned to the project. All foremen shall complete the 10-hour OSHA course or the superintendent shall review the highlights of OSHA standard 1926 and this manual as it applies to his work. This shall be documented on the SMC training sheet and a copy submitted to the Memphis office.

Audit Responsibility

· Foremen - All employees acting in the capacity of foreman shall complete the “Task Safety Planner” with each crew each day prior to beginning the task. A new “Task Safety Planner” must be completed if the hazards or jobs change. These shall be submitted to the superintendent. Once each week, the foreman shall complete the “Area Safety Audit” for his area(s) and submit it to the superintendent.

· Superintendents - Superintendents shall review the “Task Planner” for compliance to the program and for any suggestions for improvement or deviations. These shall be forwarded to the “on-site” safety coordinator or maintained in the field files, as required.

The superintendent shall review the “Area Safety Audit” form for those items in violation or needs improvement and ensure the deficiencies have been corrected.

The superintendent shall complete the “Superintendent Area Safety Audit” each week for the entire jobsite. He shall correct any deficiency found during the audit.

Both the foreman and superintendent forms shall be forwarded to the on-site safety coordinator or maintained in the field file and a copy sent to the Memphis office.

· Safety Coordinators - The safety coordinator shall review both the foreman’s and superintendent’s’ audits and follow up to be sure the noted deficiencies have been corrected.

He shall complete his audit form each week for the entire jobsite and submit a copy of it to the superintendent to correct deficiencies and to make him aware of problems that need to be addressed. The coordinator shall follow up all discrepancies to ensure the hazards have been corrected.

A copy of the safety coordinator’s audit, along with the foreman’s and superintendents, shall be sent to the Memphis office each week.

Each line on the respective audit forms shall be checked as appropriate.

If a deficiency or dangerous act is found during the audit, the form shall be checked, as required, and the problem corrected. For example:

1. If the pipe foreman is conducting hi s audit and notices welding screens are not in use, he should check the box “Needs Improvement” if isolated or “Needs Immediate Attention” if the whole job is affected. Then correct the problem.

2. While conducting the audit, the superintendent notices an ironworker stuffing bolts 15 feet off the ground and is not tied off. The superintendent should check the box “Needs Immediate Attention” as this is a life-threatening situation and correct the problem (including reprimanding the employee and notifying his/her foreman).

2. Employee Safety Compliance Audit

Purpose

To review all hourly and salaried employees acting in the capacity of foreman and superintendent and to identify their strength and weaknesses with respect to SMC’s safety and loss prevention program.

Responsibility

It is the responsibility of visiting members of management and safety coordinators to conduct the compliance audit. Audits should be conducted at random and at least twice during the project.

Audit

Audits shall be unbiased and conducted in a constructive manner to identify weakness in the implementation of the program and its administration in an effort to continue to improve the overall job safety.

The auditor shall review the entire jobsite with the superintendent for overall compliance to the program and the foremen’s compliance with respect to their specific crew or task.

The auditor shall randomly interview a cross section of employees, as required, to complete the audit.

The superintendent/foreman shall make available daily and weekly inspection reports for review including, but not limited to, the following:

Rigging

Body Harness

Training Records

Equipment Inspection(s)

Weekly Safety Audits

Accident Investigation Reports

Reprimands

Any other required by the client

Upon completion of the audit, the auditor shall review the employee’s overall performance with that individual for his/her comments.

After the review, the auditor and employee shall sign and date the form. The form shall be forwarded to the safety director at the Memphis office.

SAFE ACTION FROM EVERYONE

SAFETY TASK ASSIGNMENT

DATE:

FOREMAN:

CRAFT:

TOTAL # OF CRAFTSMEN: __________________

As a foreman, you are responsible for the health, safety and the well being of each individual assigned to your team. Daily planning of work activities will result in quality work without repeats and delays. Safety should be another factor in daily planning. As a means of assisting you in your daily safety planning, the following subjects will aid you in achieving your daily goals. After completion of this form, have each craftsman of your team sign the back and turn in to the Safety Department.

GENERAL SAFETY YES NO COMMENTS

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
HAZARD COMMUNICATION
WASTE DISPOSAL
MATERIAL STORAGE
EQUIPMENT INSPECTION
SIGNS, SIGNALS, BARRICADES
100% FALL PROTECTION

WELDING AND CUTTING YES NO COMMENTS

BURNING PERMITS
CLIENT ( )
FIREWATCH
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
WATER HOSE
WELDING BLINDS
FIRE BLANKETS
FLASH BACK ARRESTORS
BOTTLE STORAGE

LADDERS AND SCAFFOLDING YES NO COMMENTS

PROPER FOOTING
TIE OFF ROPE
HOIST ROPE
HANDRAILS, MIDRAILS, TOEBOARDS
100% FALL PROTECTION

100% FALL PROTECTION YES NO COMMENTS

PRIMARY FALL PROTECTION
HANDRAILS, MIDRAILS, TOE-BOARD
HOLE COVERS
SECONDARY FALL PROTECTION
WARNING LINES
BODY HARNESS

ELECTRICAL YES NO COMMENTS

GROUND FAULT INTERRUPTERS
DAILY INSPECTION
LOCK-OUT/TAG-OUT
TEMPORARY CORDS PROPERLY SUSPENDED

STEEL ERECTION YES NO COMMENTS

DAILY CRANE INSPECTION
MATERIAL HOIST
RIGGING EQUIPMENT
TAG LINES
LIFE LINES
PERSONNEL LIFTS
FLOOR REQUIREMENTS
FALL PROTECTION
BODY HARNESS WITH 2 LANYARDS
100% TIE OFF
BARRICADES, SIGNS

DEMOLITION YES NO COMMENTS

STRUCTURE SHORED
SYSTEM ISOLATED
LOCK-OUT/TAG-OUT
SYSTEM PURGED/VENTED/DRAINED
VESSEL INSPECTED
VESSEL MONITORED
FIRE PROTECTION
100% FALL PROTECTION
BARRICADES, SIGNS

Please note this subject matter for discussion with your force is a general safety list and may not cover all aspects of your daily work plan. You may use the space on back for additional comments.

FOREMAN’S SIGNATURE

AREA SAFETY AUDIT FORM

Person Making Inspection Title _________

Area Audited Date ___________

CODE: 0 - Does Not Apply

1 - Adequate Or Proper

2 - Needs Improvement

3 - Needs Immediate Attention

1. Housekeeping	0	1	2	3
a. General neatness of working areas
b. Passageways and walkways clear
c. Waste containers provided and used
d. Debris stacked in piles out of work areas
e. Welding rods collected and put in designated containers

2. Welding And Oxy Fuel Cutting	0	1	2	3
a. Welding/burning permit acquired & posted
b. Atmospheric testing
c. Adjacent workers protected by screens
d. Sparks and hot slag contained
e. Hoses and leads secured out of passageways and in good condition
f. Welding or cutting area ventilated
g. Gas cylinders upright, secured and properly stored
h. Fire blankets (spark catchers) in use
i. Equipment in operating condition
j. Electrical equipment grounded

3. Personal Protective Equipment	0	1	2	3
a. Hard hat and welding hood
b. Safety glasses and/or face shield
c. Ear protection
d. Fall protection - body harness
e. Hard toe shoe
f. Gloves, welding leathers, etc.
g. Proper clothing worn
h. Respiratory protection:
Worker fit tested, training and given physical examination
Two-strap disposable dust mask used
Ventilation used where needed

4. Tools	0	1	2	3
a. Proper tool for each job
b. Tools inspected and are in good order
c. Electrical (110/120 volt) tools are 3 wire grounded or double insulated
d. Electrical cords three prong plugs are in place, in good condition
e. Workers protected by GFCI
f. All tools with point of operation guards
g. Tools used in elevated conditions secured from falling

5. Scaffolding	0	1	2	3
a. Scaffolds are level and plumb and on a firm base
b. Adjusting/leveling screws at base
c. Guard rails and toe boards installed on all open sides of and ends of platform more than 10 feet high
d. Scaffold grade planking in good condition
e. All bracing in place
f. Work area completely planked & secured
g. Access ladders provided, secured
h. Screens provided to protect people walking below scaffold
i. Scaffolding frames locking pins in place, no substitutions of weld rods, etc.
j. Scaffolds secured to structure or building to prevent movement

6. Ladders	0	1	2	3
a. Ladders inspected and in good condition
b. Ladders extend 36" above landing
c. Ladders equipped with safety shoes
d. Ladders "tied off" to prevent movement
e. Stepladders fully open when in use
f. Employees not standing on top or first step of ladder
f. Ladder base must be positioned one-quarter of the vertical distance away from the ladder support point

7. Barricades and Railings	0	1	2	3
a. Work areas have limited access through means of flagging or barricades
b. Perimeter guards on elevated floors above four feet
c. Floor openings covered or barricaded
d. Standard railing 42" high with intermediate rail and 4” high toe board capacity of 200 lbs.


8. Fire Prevention	0	1	2	3
a. Fire instruction to personnel
b. Fire extinguishers identified & checked
c. Adequate fire watch maintained
e. "No Smoking or Open Flame" signs posted and enforced where needed
e. Monthly inspection / Annual Inspection

9. Rigging	0	1	2	3
a. Rigging equipment for material handling checked for safety before use
b. Proper techniques used in rigging operation
c. Taglines used in rigging operation

Any additional comments

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SUPERINTENDENT: AREA SAFETY AUDIT FORM

Person Making Inspection Title ______

Area Audited Date

CODE: 0 - Does Not Apply

1 - Adequate Or Proper

2 - Needs Improvement

3 - Needs Immediate Attention

1. Housekeeping	0	1	2	3
a. General neatness of working areas
b. Passageways and walkways clear
c. Waste containers provided and used
d. Debris stacked in piles out of work areas
e. Welding rods collected and put in designated containers
f. Tool and material storage areas neat and orderly
g. Nails in lumber clinched over or removed

2. Welding And Oxy Fuel Cutting	0	1	2	3
a. Welding/burning permit acquired & posted
b. Atmospheric testing
c. Adjacent workers protected by screens
d. Sparks and hot slag contained
f. Hoses and leads secured out of passageways and in good condition
f. Welding or cutting area ventilated
g. Gas cylinders upright, secured and properly stored
h. Fire blankets (spark catchers) in use
i. Equipment in operating condition
j. Electrical equipment grounded

3. Personal Protective Equipment	0	1	2	3
a. Hard hat and welding hood
b. Safety glasses and/or face shield
c. Ear protection
d. Fall protection-safety belt/body harness
e. Work shoe or hard toe shoe
f. Gloves, welding leathers, etc.
g. Proper clothing worn
h. Respiratory protection:
Worker fit, tested, training and given physical examination
Two-strap disposable dust mask used
Ventilation used where needed

4. Tools	0	1	2	3
a. Proper tool for each job
b. Tools inspected and in good working order
b. Electrical (110/120 volt) tools are 3-wire grounded or double insulated
c. Electrical cords three-prong plugs are in place, cords in good condition
e. Workers protected by GFCI
f. All tools with point of operation guards
g. Tools used in elevated conditions secured from falling

5. Scaffolding	0	1	2	3
a. Scaffolds are level and plumb and on a firm base
b. Adjusting/leveling screws at base
d. Guard rails and toe boards installed on all open sides of and ends of platform more than 10 feet high
d. Scaffold grade planking in good condition
e. All bracing in place
f. Work area completely planked & secured
g. Access ladders provided, secured and extend 36" above landing
h. Screens provided to protect people walking below scaffold
h. Scaffolding frames locking pins in place, no substitutions of weld rods, etc.
i. Scaffolds secured to structure or building to prevent movement

6. Manufactured and Job Made Ladders	0	1	2	3
a. Ladders inspected and in good condition
b. Ladders extend 36" above landing
c. Ladders equipped with safety shoes
d. Ladders "tied off" to prevent movement
e. Stepladders fully open when in use
f. Employees not standing on top or top step of ladder
g. Ladder base must be positioned one-quarter of the vertical distance away from the ladder support point

7. Job Made Ladders	0	1	2	3
a. Single Cleat (Maximum length - 30 feet)
Width Between 15" and 20"
Side Rails:
2' x 4' to 16 feet
2' x 6" 16 to 30 feet
b. Double Cleat (maximum length - 24 feet)
Width (Each Side) between 7.5" and 22"
between outer rail and mid rail
Side Rails:
2' x 4' to 12 feet
2" x 6" 12 to 24 feet
c. Cleats - 2" x 4" at 12" centers
(1" x 4" exceptional quality wood can be used)
Secured with 12d common wire nails
Staggered nails to prevent splitting
d. General
Wood free from defects, cracks, etc.
Rails are continuous lumber or splices used which develop adequate strength
Ladders secured at top and bottom
Ladders not painted

8. Barricades and Railings	0	1	2	3
a. Work areas have limited access through means of flagging or barricades
b. Perimeter guards on elevated floors above four feet
c. Floor openings covered or barricaded
e. Standard railing 42" high with intermediate rail and 4" high toe board capacity of 200 lbs.

9. Fire Prevention	0	1	2	3
a. Fire instruction to personnel
b. Fire extinguishers identified & checked
c. Adequate fire watch maintained
e. "No Smoking or Open Flame" signs posted and enforced where needed
e. Flammable and combustible signs in place
f. Next monthly inspection date due

10. Rigging	0	1	2	3
a. Rigging equipment for material handling checked for safety before use
b. Proper techniques used in rigging operation

11. Electrical (Lockout/Tagout)	0	1	2	3
a. Energy sources identified
b. Lockout / tagout devices in place
c. One worker - one lock / tag
d. System (s) tested before work starts
e. Group lockout utilized
f. All locks / tags accounted for

12. Excavation	0	1	2	3
a. Client approval before excavation
b. Area protected through use of barricades
c. Structures and utilities secured
d. Competent person has classified soil
e. Protection provided:
Slope ______ or Shoring ______
f. Confined space entry permit acquired

13. Cranes	0	1	2	3
a. Crane inspection records available
b. Operator documented certification of crane inspection before use
c. Pre-Lift:
Load chart used
Hand signals agreed upon
Affected trades notified
Rigging inspected
Tag lines utilized
Crane level within 1%
d. Outriggers on firm ground/planks
e. Swing radius guarded
f. Live electrical lines insulated if required
g. Workers not permitted under loads
h. Area protected through use of barricades

14. Concrete Construction	0	1	2	3
a. Forms properly installed and braced
b. Proper access ways provided where needed
c. Adequate shoring and bracing
d. Mixing and transport equipment properly routed and spotted
e. Placing equipment has appropriate guards and warning signs
f. Work area is free of loose materials and nails

15. Masonry	0	1	2	3
a. Scaffolding in accordance with Item 4
b. Masonry saw properly equipped
c. Dust protection provided where needed
d. Proper material storage
e. Proper disposal of refuse

16. Steel Erection	0	1	2	3
a. Safety nets or floors in place
b. Fall protection in use where required
c. Ladders, stairs, or other access provided
d. Periphery railings or wire rope in place
e. Tag lines being used to control loads
f. Bolts or drift pins that are being knocked out are prevented from falling
g. Metal decking is laid tight and secured from movement
h. Floor openings are guarded
i. Employees working on floats using body harness
j. Material properly stored, away from outside edge of floor opening

17. Flammable Gases and Liquids	0	1	2	3
a. All containers clearly identified
b. Proper storage practices observed
c. Fire hazards checked
d. Proper storage, protection, signs, and barricades
e. Proper types and number of extinguishers nearby

18. Comments:

___________________________________________________________________

SAFETY COORDINATOR SITE SAFETY AUDIT

Person(s) making inspection:__________________ Title:________________________

Date:___________________ Time:____________

Code: 0 - Does Not Apply

1 - Adequate or Proper

2 - Needs Improvement

3 - Needs Immediate Attention

1. JOB SITE INFORMATION:	0	1	2	3
a. OSHA and other job site warning posters
b. Tool Box Safety Meeting material on site
c. Adequate first aid equipment and stretchers available?
d. Forms for job site injury and accident records posted?
e. Are emergency telephone numbers conspicuously posted?
f. Tool Box and Project Safety Meetings?

2. HOUSEKEEPING AND SANITATION:	0	1	2	3
a. General neatness of working areas
b. Passageways and walkways clear?
c. Waste containers provided
d. Sanitary facilities adequate and clean
e. Adequate supply of drinking water
f. Disposable drinking cups
g. Adequate lighting
h. Trash receptacle for drinking cups

3. FIRE PREVENTION:	0	1	2	3
a. Fire instruction to personnel
b. Fire extinguishers identified, checked, monthly inspection
c. Hydrants clear, access to public thoroughfare open
d. Housekeeping
e. "No Smoking" signs posted and enforced where needed
f. Storage, use and handling of flammable and combustible liquids in accordance with standards
g. Clearance, proper mounting, ventilation for temporary heating

4. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS (cont.)	0	1	2	3
d. All terminal boxes equipped with required covers
e. Have concealed electrical lines been located and marked?
f. Proper guards on temporary lights
g. GFCI used properly

5. HAND TOOLS:	0	1	2	3
a. Proper tool for each job
b. Neat and secured storage area
c. Inspection and maintenance procedure
d. System for repairing or replacing damaged tools

6. POWER TOOLS:	0	1	2	3
a. All power tools operated in a safe manner
b. All power operated tools properly guarded
c. Electric tools grounded and/or double insulated
d. Pneumatic power tools, fuel power tools, hydraulic power tools have required guards

7. POWDER ACTUATED TOOLS:	0	1	2	3
a. Local laws and ordinances complied with
b. Operated only by trained personnel
c. Tools checked and in good working order
d. Safety goggles and/or face shields available
e. Tools not used except on recommend materials
f. Powder actuated tools have required safeguards
g. Tools and charges protected from unauthorized use
f. Competent instruction and supervision available

8. LADDERS:	0	1	2	3
a. Ladders inspected and in good condition
b. On site made ladders constructed of sound materials
c. Stepladders fully open when in use
d. Rungs or cleats not over 12” on center
e. Metal ladders not used around electrical hazards
f. Are ladders unpainted
g. Are ladders equipped with safety shoes

9. SCAFFOLDING:	0	1	2	3
a. Scaffold footing and anchorage
b. Guardrails and toe boards on all scaffolds more than 10’ high or where needed
c. Scaffolds and parts damaged or weakened

9. SCAFFOLDING (cont.)	0	1	2	3
d. Access ladder provided for scaffolds
e. Wire mesh or equivalent available for scaffolds when persons must pass under scaffolds
f. Is the scaffold plumb and square with cross bracing?

10. HOISTS, CRANES AND DERRICKS:	0	1	2	3
a. Cables and sheaves
b. Slings and chains, hooks and eyes
c. Equipment firmly supported
d. Outriggers
e. Power line signs, and other operating signs, in plain view of operator
f. Proper loading and capacity at proper radius charts
g. All equipment properly lubricated and maintained
h. Signalmen where needed
i. Signals understood and observed
j. Are inspection and maintenance logs maintained?
k. Are guards over moving parts?
l. Proper fire protection

11. HEAVY EQUIPMENT:	0	1	2	3
a. Regular inspection and maintenance
b. Lubrication and repair of moving parts
c. Lights, brakes, warning signals operative
d. Wheels chocked when necessary
e. Haul roads well maintained and laid out properly
f. Protection when equipment is not in use
g. Shut off devices on hose airlines in case of hose failure?
h. Noise arresters in use?
i. Guards over moving parts?
j. Proper fire protection


12. MOTOR VEHICLES:	0	1	2	3
a. Regular inspection and maintenance
b. Operators licensed and qualified
c. Local and state vehicle laws and regulations observed
d. Brakes, lights, warning devices operative
e. Weight limits and load sizes controlled
f. Personnel carried in a safe manner
g. All glass in good condition
h. Back-up signals provided
i. Fire extinguishers installed where required?

13. BARRICADES:	0	1	2	3
a. Floor openings planked over or barricaded
b. Roadways and sidewalks effectively protected
c. Adequate lighting provided
d. Traffic controlled
e. Perimeter guards on elevated floors

14 HANDLING AND STORAGE OF MATERIALS:	0	1	2	3
a. Are materials properly stored or stacked?
b. Are passageways clear?
c. Stacks on firm footings, not too high
d. Are materials protected from weather conditions?
e. Protection against falling into hoppers and bins
f. Is dust protection observed?
g. Extinguishers and other fire protection available
h. Is traffic controlled in the storage area?

15. EXCAVATION AND SHORING:	0	1	2	3
a. Are adjacent structures properly shored?
b. Is shoring and sheathing used for soil control?
c. Are roads and sidewalks supported and protected?
d. Is material stored too close to excavations?
e. Is excavation barricaded and lighting provided?
f. Is equipment a safe distance from edge of excavation?
g. Are ladders provided where needed?
h. Are equipment ramps adequate?
i. Is job supervision adequate?
j. Have concealed utility lines been located and marked?


16. DEMOLITION:	0	1	2	3
a. Are operations posted and controlled?
b. Is there protection of adjacent structures?
c. Are material chutes used?
d. Is there sidewalk and other public protection?
e. Clear operating space for trucks and other vehicles
f. Adequate access ladders or stairs
g. Have concealed utility lines been located and marked?

17. FLAMMABLE GASES/LIQUIDS:	0	1	2	3
a. All containers clearly identified
b. Proper storage practices observed
c. Fire hazards checked
d. Proper storage, protection, signs, barricades
e. Proper types and numbers of extinguishers nearby

18. WELDING AND CUTTING:	0	1	2	3
a. Are operators qualified?
b. Screens and shields available
c. Goggles, gloves, clothing available
d. Equipment in operating condition
e. Electrical equipment grounded
f. Power cables protected and in good repair
g. Fire extinguishers of proper type
h. Inspection for fire hazards
i. Flammable materials protected
j. Gas cylinders upright, secured and properly stored
k. Gas lines protected and in good condition

19. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:	0	1	2	3
a. Eye protection
b. Face shields
c. Respirators and masks
d. Helmets and hoods
e. Head protection
f. Gloves, aprons and sleeves
g. Ear protection
h. Body harnesses and lifelines provided
i. Proper shoes, trousers and shirts worn where needed

20. CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION:	0	1	2	3
a. Forms properly installed and braced
b. Proper access ways provided where needed
c. Adequate shoring and bracing
d. Mixing and transport equipment properly routed and spotted
e. Placing equipment has appropriate guards and warning signs
f. Work area is uncluttered and free of loose material with nails

21. MASONRY:	0	1	2	3
a. Scaffolding has adequate planking, handrails, toe boards and access
b. Masonry saw properly equipped
c. Eye and dust protection provided where needed
d. Hoisting equipment in good operating condition
e. Proper material storage
f. Proper disposal of refuse

22. STEEL ERECTION:	0	1	2	3
a. Safety nets or floors in place
b. Fall protection being used where required
c. Ladders, stairs or other access provided
d. Periphery railing or wire rope in place
e. Tag lines being used to control loads
f. Bolts or drift pins that are being knocked out are prevented from falling
g. Metal decking is laid tight and secured from movement
h. Floor openings are guarded
i. Employees working on floats using body harnesses
j. Material properly stored away from outside edge or edge of floor openings, etc.

COMMENTS: ________________________________________________________

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SAFETY OBSERVATION

Date__________________Client______________________JobNo.____________________

Superintendent___________________________ Observed By____________________________

	Acceptable	Unacceptable
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye Protection
Hard Hat
Fall Protection

Housekeeping

Electrical
Cords properly suspended
GFI in use

Ladders Properly Used/Secured

Scaffolding Properly Erected/Tagged

Steel Erection
Taglines used
Guardrails/warnings posted
Floor openings protected

Fire Prevention Practices Followed

Excavation
Properly shored or reposed
Safe access
Barricades

Cutting/Welding
Screens in use
Fire extinguisher available
Bottles properly stored

Tools
Good repair
Properly used
Guards in place

WIRE ROPE INSPECTION

WIRE ROPE

NO. BROKEN

WIRES PER.

(Indicate actual no., if none, so indicate)

DIAM. WEAR

(Amount of wear for most wire & overall rope. If none, so indicate)

KINKED CRUSHED CUT, LOSS OF LAY,

(State specific condition, if none, so indicate)

LUBED, CORROSION (If OK, so indicate, if corrosion, heat or other damage from any source)

TERMINAL TACKLE BLOCKS, HOOKS, ETC. (Note any sub-standard conditions inc. safety latch mechanism)

CRANE WIRE ROPE INSEPCTION RECORD:

(1) (2) (1) (2)

TYPE SIZE LAY STRAND IND TOT.

WIRE ROPE

Main Hoist

Load Line

Boom Hoist

Top Lift

Jib Hoist

Whip Line

Pendants

Main

Jib Guys

Upper

Jib Guys

Lower

OSHA REPLACEMENT CRITERIA

RUNNING ROPES STANDING ROPES

A. (1) Six random breaks in one lay. A. (1) More than two in one lay exc. end connections.

(2) Three breaks in one strand in one lay. (2) One break at end connection.

B. (1) 1/3 orig. diam. of individual outside wires. B. (1) None normally accepted.

(2) Varies by size. Ex. 1/16" diam. of 7/8" to (2) None normally except severe overload.

1-1/8" rope (refer to 1926.550 (4 IV). C. Any evidence, esp. loss of lay at end connection.

C. Any evidence of distortion of rope structure D. Especially at end connection.

esp. loss of lay at end connections. E. Sockets, eyes, clips & clamps, damaged, worn, etc.

D. Damaged sockets, loose clips, loose wedges (LOCATION) Job #

damaged or cracked blocks, sheaves, hooks, etc. Inspected by:

DATE INSPECTED:____________________________________

DAILY TRUCK CRANE INSPECTION

A. TRUCK CRANES	O.K.	Unsatisfactory Cond. - Note	Correction

1. Tires
2. Outriggers
3. Fuel Tank
4. Swing Radius Protection
5. Drivers Cab
a. Clean
b. Windows
6. Brakes
7. Hydraulic System
8. Access Steps
9. Operators Cab
10. Load Lines
11. Boom Lines
12. Pendants
13. Hooks
14. Drums
a. Brakes
b. Friction
c. Hydraulics
d. Air
15. Drive Guards
16. Boom
17. Boom Stops
18. Swing Mechanism
19. Fire Extinguisher

DAILY CRAWLER CRANE INSPECTION

B. CRAWLER CRANES	O.K.	Unsatisfactory Cond. - Note	Correction

1. Tracks & Drive
2. Swing Mechanism
3. Operators Cab
a. Windows
b. Seat
c. Controls
d. Warnings Posted
e. Clean
f. Access
4. Engine Compartment
a. Clean
b. Engine Operating Properly
c. Access
5. Load Lines
6. Boom Lines
7. Pendants
8. Hooks
9. Drums
a. Brakes
b. Friction
c. Hydraulics
d. Air
10. Drive Guards
11. Boom
12. Boom Stops
13. Fire Extinguisher

INSPECTION CHECK LIST FOR HYDRAULIC CRANES

INSPECTED BY

MODEL OF VEHICLE

JOB LOCATION

STATE YES, NO, OK OR COMMENT (NO CHECK MARKS)

GENERAL Appearance Paint

Cab Glass________Wiper

Boom Angle Indicator

Load Indicator Load Charts

ENGINE Oil Level & Condition Hour Meter

Operating Condition

Cooling System Anti-Freeze

Battery Condition

Engine Instruments

All Guards in Position

Comments:

CARRIER Brakes Parking Brake

Tire Condition: R.F. L.F.

R.R. L.R.

Lights Brake Lights

Transmission Slipping Noisy

Outriggers: R.F. L.F.

R.R. L.R.

Steering - Front Rear

Comments:

BOOM Cable Condition

Hook Damage Spread

Winch Brake Pump Noise

Cylinders-Note Leakage, Drift & Speed of Operation

Crowd

Hoist

Guide Shoes

Swing Jib

Limit Switch (Test)

OTHER & COMMENTS - NOTE ANY POTENTIAL HAZARDS OR MALFUNCTIONS.

__________________________________________________________________________________

GAS OR DIESIL POWERED EQUIPMENT INSPECTION FORM

Equipment Number:

Operator's Name:

Project Location:

Date:

HOUR METER/SPEEDOMETER READING - _________________________ HOURS/MILES

___________________________________________________________________________

Check () boxes accordingly ( ) OK ( ) Needs attention or repair

VISUAL CHECKS:		OPERATIONAL CHECKS:
	Engine Oil Level		Horn
	Radiator water level when cold		Steering
	Fuel level		Service brakes
	Obvious damage and leaks		Parking brake
	Tire condition		Hydraulic controls
	Head and tail lights		Directional signals
	Warning lights		Backup alarm
	Hour meter/speedometer		Fire Extinguisher
	Other gauges and instruments
	Current maintenance sticker

Comments: (Explain all items needing attention or repair.)

RIGGING INSPECTION

1. Purpose

The purpose of this procedure is to establish an inspection criteria for all rigging used on the construction site.

2. Responsibility

The safety coordinator shall be responsible for the implementation of this procedure on each jobsite. It is the responsibility of the superintendent for compliance to this procedure.

3. Definitions

Lay - The distance it takes the wire strand to make one complete spiral.

Strand - Group of wires about another to produce one section of rope.

4. General Requirements

All rigging shall be given a unique identification number. This number shall be clearly marked on the rigging.

Each day, before any rigging is used, it shall be inspected by a competent person, and documented on the appropriate inspection forms.

Once each month, all rigging shall be inspected by the superintendent. After his inspection, a colored dot shall be applied to each piece of rigging, indicating the month it was inspected. The tape shall be applied as follows.

1. Chain Falls/Come-a-Longs: On the body

2. Wire Rope Chokers/Synthetic Chokers: Below the eye

3. Shackles: On the side, above the pin

Color coding example:

January Orange July White

February Brown August Green

March Yellow September Gray

April Black October Blue

May Light Blue November Light Green

June Purple December Red

Criteria used for rejection of the rigging is outlined in the inspections section of this procedure.

Any rigging found having any of the following conditions or exceeding limits outlined in item 4 shall be immediately removed from service and repaired by an authorized agent or be destroyed.

The superintendent shall maintain all inspection records for the duration of the job. Upon completion of the job, the records shall be forwarded to the equipment superintendent.

5. Inspections

If any of the following conditions are found, the sling shall be removed from service.

Wire Rope

Ten (10) randomly distributed broken wires in one (1) lay or five (5) broken wires in one strand.

Wear/scraping of 1/3 of the original diameter of the outside strand.

Kinking, crushing, or bird caging or other damage that distorts the rope structure.

End attachments that are cracked, deformed or worn. End attachments include thimbles, sockets, swages, etc.

Any evidence of heat.

Web Slings

Acid or caustic burns.

Melting or charring of any part of the sling.

Snags, punctures, tears, or cuts.

Worn or broken stitches.

Distortion of any portion of the sling.

Powdered fibers between the stitches.

Overloading of the sling.

Hooks

Any cracks or gouges. These can be repaired by grinding lengthwise only, following the hook contour, provided the reduced dimension is within the limits shown below:

ZONE A: REPAIR NOT REQUIRED

ZONE B: 10% OF ORIGINAL DIMENSION

ZONE C: 5% OF ORIGINAL DIMENSION

ZONE D: SEE MINIMUM THREAD SIZE CHART

Hooks whose throat opening has been increased or whose tip is bent more than 10º out of plane from the hook body.

Hooks with defective safety latches.

All hooks shall be maintained on an annual basis.

Shackles

Any cracks, severe gouges or nicks.

Shackles with excessive wear at the pin or bow.

Any measurable deformation or twist.

Any separation of the legs beyond those listed on Chart 1.

Chains and Chain Fittings*

Twisting of the link or any other type of disfigurement.

Shock loading.

Deterioration due to strain, usage or corrosion.

Used to carry load in excess of working load limit.

Wear on any point of a link exceeding the values listed below.

Link Material Diameter	Max Allowable Wear
1/4	3/64
3/8	5/64
1/2	7/64
5/8	9/64
3/4	5/32
7/8	11/64
1	3/16
1 1/8	7/32
1 1/4	1/4
1 3/8	9/32
1 1/2	5/16
1 3/4	11/32

Chain Falls/Come-a-longs

For chains and hooks, refer to the particular section for the acceptance/rejection criteria.

The chain fall/come-a-long shall be removed from service if the body shows any evidence of cracks, broken pins, missing screws or large dents.

* Chains and chain fittings shall be examined to the criteria above and be thoroughly examined at least once each year. This shall be documented on the rigging inspection sheet.

Regular inspection of wire rope and equipment has a three-fold purpose. First, it reveals the condition of the rope and indicates the need for replacement. Second, it sometimes tells if the most suitable type of rope is being used. Third, it makes possible the discovery and correction of faults in equipment or operation which cause costly accelerated rope wear.

Such inspections should be carried out by a person who has learned through special training or practical experience what points to look for and who knows how to judge and explain the importance of any abnormal conditions he may discover. It is the inspector's responsibility to obtain and follow the proper inspection criteria for the application being inspected.

The following page illustrates typical wear and damage which are frequently encountered.

EXAMPLES OF WEAR AND ABUSE

Far too many web slings have to be discarded prematurely simply because abusive and careless work habits caused irreparable damage. Following are examples of damage typically caused by abuse and misuse. Regardless of whether a sling shows damage from abuse or normal wear, the overriding rule in all cases is that sling eyes should be cut and the sling discarded immediately whenever damage is detected.

Tensile Break

A tensile break is characterized by a frayed appearance at the point of failure or damage. Such damage is caused by loading the sling beyond its existing strength. The example pictured was pulled to destruction on a testing machine.

Cuts

A cut is easily identified by a clean break in the webbing structure or fibers and usually results from the sling contacting a sharp object or unprotected edge of a load. Such damage may be found anywhere in the body or eyes of a web sling. Red Guard warning yarns are woven into webbing of many slings to provide a warning when a serious cut has occurred. Cuts from contact with sharp corners during lifts can often be avoided by using wear pads on the sling for protection of the fabric.

Cut and Tensile Damage

The sample shown below illustrates a typical shop failure in which a sling is used after having received a cut by a sharp object along one edge of the sling body. The cut severely reduces lifting capacity, and continued usage will result in the sling breaking much as shown. Such a failure often occurs at a level far below the rated capacity of the sling.

Abrasion Damage

The most common abrasion damage occurs either when a sling slips while in contact with a load during a lift, or when being pulled from under a load. Abrasion is characterized by frayed fibers on the surface which exposes the "picks", or cross fibers, of the webbing that hold in place the load-bearing (lengthwise) fibers. Further abrasion at this point will expose the Red Guard warning yarns to signal the inspector or sling user that serious damage -- and loss of lifting capacity -- has occurred. Any damage to load-bearing fibers should be viewed critically.

Acid Damage

Although polyester webbing has considerable resistance to certain acids -- and nylon should never be exposed to possible contact with an acid -- any contact with strong acids should be avoided. Metal fittings on slings should not be exposed to any acid or corrosive liquid.

Example A: The damage shown here to nylon webbing occurred when sulfuric acid (such as used in an automobile battery) was heated to 100º C. (212º F.) and dropped on the webbing. The charring of surface fibers seen here is typical of acid damage. The deterioration shown will continue over time and severely affect webbing strength.

Example B: A piece of nylon webbing was immersed in sulfuric acid at room temperature for three weeks, resulting in the significant damage shown. Note that fibers are softened and swollen, and the entire fabric is grossly distorted, virtually destroying the webbing. Precautions should be taken never to store slings where they may be exposed to acid fumes (which can be as destructive as liquid), or to possible contact with acid.

Tensile

Break

Abrasion

Damage

Cut

Acid

Damage

"A"

Cut &

Tensile

Damage

Acid

Damage

"B"

WIRE ROPE INSPECTION

All wire ropes wear out eventually.

Because wire rope gradually loses work capability throughout its service life, periodic inspections are necessary. Applicable industry standards such as ANSI B30.2 for Overhead and Gantry Cranes or Federal Regulations such as OSHA refer to specific inspection criteria for specific applications.

Any wire rope should be thoroughly inspected at regular intervals. The longer it has been in service or the more severe the service, the more thoroughly and frequently it should be inspected.

An illustration of a wire which has broken under tensile load in excess of its strength. It is typically recognized by the "cup and cone" appearance at the point of fracture. The necking down of the wire at the point of failure to form the cup and cone indicates that failure occurred while the wire retained its ductility.

A wire rope which has been subjected to repeated bending over sheaves under normal loads. This results in "fatigue" breaks in individual wires, these breaks being square and usually in the crown of the strands.

An illustration of a wire which shows a fatigue break. It is recognized by the squared off ends perpendicular to the wire. This break was produced by a torsion machine which is used to measure the ductility. This break is similar to wire failures in the field caused by excessive bending.

An example of "fatigue" failure of a wire rope which has been subjected to heavy loads over small sheaves. The usual crown breaks are accompanied by breaks in the valleys of the strands, these breaks being caused by "strand nicking" resulting from the heavy loads.

A single strand removed from a wire rope subjected to "strand nicking". This condition is the result of adjacent strands rubbing against one another and is usually caused by core failure due to continued operation of a rope under high tensile load. The ultimate result will be individual wire breaks in the valleys of the strands.

Typical evidence

wear and abuse

Localized wear over an equalizing sheave. The danger of this type wear is that it is not visible during operation of the rope. This emphasizes the need of regular inspection of this portion of an operating rope.

A wire rope which has jumped a sheave. The rope itself is deformed into a "curl" as if bent around a round shaft. Close examination of the wires show two types of breaks - normal tensile "cup and cone" breaks and shear breaks which give the appearance of having been cut on an angle with a cold chisel.

A "bird cage". Caused by sudden release of tension and resultant rebound of rope from overloaded condition. These strands and wires will not return to their original positions.

An example of a wire rope with a high strand, - a condition in which one or two strands are worn before adjoining strands. This is caused by improper socketing or seizing, kinks or dog legs. Picture A is a close-up of the concentration of wear and B shows how it recurs in every sixth strand (in a six strand rope).

A close-up of a rope subjected to drum crushing. Note the distortion of the individual wires and displacement from their normal position. This is usually caused by the rope scrubbing on itself.

A typical failure of a rotary drill line with a poor cut-off practice. These wires have been subjected to excessive peening causing fatigue type failures. A predetermined, regularly scheduled, cut-off practice will go far toward eliminating this type of break.

A wire rope which has been kinked. A kink is caused by pulling down a loop in a slack line during improper handling, installation, or operation. Note the distortion of the strands and individual wires. Early rope failure will undoubtedly occur at this time.

Drum crushing and "spiralling" in a winch line caused by the small drums, high loads, and multiple winding conditions frequently found on winches.

CHART 1

SHACKLES (ALL TYPES) ---Weldless Construction ---Forged Alloy Steel
STOCK DIAMETER (Inches)	INSIDE WIDTH AT PIN (Inches)	MAX SAFE WORKING LOAD SINGLE VERTICAL PULL (Pounds)
3/16	3/8	665
1/4	15/32	1,000
5/16	17/32	1,500
3/8	21/32	2,000
7/16	23/32	3,000
1/2	13/16	4,000
5/8	1 1/16	6,500
3/4	1 1/4	9,500
7/8	1 7/16	13,000
1	1 11/16	17,000
1 1/8	1 13/16	19,000
1 1/4	2 1/32	24,000
1 3/8	2 1/4	27,000
1 1/2	2 3/8	34,000
1 3/4	2 7/8	50,000
2	3 1/4	70,000
2 1/2	4 1/8	100,000
3	5	150,000
3 1/2	5 3/4	200,000
4	6 1/2	260,000

SYNTHETIC WEB SLING

RIGGING INSPECTION FORM

Inspected By:____________ _________Date:_____________ Color:________________

DESCRIPTION	BURNS	MELTING OR CHARRING	SNAGS, PUNCTURES, CUTS, TEARS	BROKEN/ WORN STITCHES	DISTORTION	POWERED FIBERS	REMOVE FROM SERVICE DATE

CHAIN FALL/COME-A-LONG

INSPECTION FORM

Inspected By _____________________Date:________________Color:________________________

DESCRIPTION	DAMAGE TO BODY OR HOUSING	SAFETY LATCH IN WORKING ORDER	HOOK THROAT OPENED 10% OR GREATER	CRACKS IN HOOK	EXCESSIVE CHAIN WEAR ENLONGATION	OTHER	REMOVE FROM SERVICE

CHAIN

INSPECTION FORM

Inspected By:____________ ________________Date:_______________ Color: __________

DESCRIPTION	TWISTING OF LINK(S)	EVIDENCE OF DETERIORATION	EXCESSIVE WEAR	CORROSION	ELONGATION	DATE REMOVED FROM SERVICE

WIRE ROPE

RIGGING INSPECTION FORM

Inspected By:_________________________ Date:_____________ Color: _______________

DESCRIPTION	BROKEN WIRES IN ONE LAY	BROKEN WIRES IN ONE STRAND	EXCESSIVE WEAR	CRUSHING KINKING BIRD CAGING	EVIDENCE OF HEAT	END ATTACHMENT CRACK, WORN, DEFORM	REMOVE FROM SERVICE DATE

SHACKLE

INSPECTION REPORT

Inspected By: _____________________________Date:______________ Color: __________

DESCRIPTION	VISIBLE CRACKS	GOUGES OR NICKS	EXCESSIVE WEAR	TWISTING	REMOVE FROM SERVICE

BODY HARNESS AND LANYARD

INSPECTION

1. Purpose

To establish an inspection criteria and interval for body harnesses and lanyards.

2. Responsibility

It is the superintendent's responsibility to ensure all harnesses and lanyards are inspected as outlined in this procedure.

3. Inspection

All harnesses and lanyards shall be inspected before each use. The monthly inspection shall be documented on the attached form. Any part of the harness or lanyard failing an inspection point as outlined below shall result in that component being removed from service and destroyed.

Once a month, all harnesses and lanyards shall be inspected by the superintendent. After his inspection, a colored dot shall be applied to the shoulder strap and at the snap on the lanyards indicating the month it was inspected. Below is an example of color coding.

Color coding example:

January Orange July White

February Brown August Green

March Yellow September Gray

April Black October Blue

May Light Blue November Light Green

June Purple December Red

a. Harness

1. Waist belt/leg and shoulder straps

a. Deformed grommets

b. Broken, cut, pulled stitches

c. Cuts, abrasions, burns to the webbing

d. Broken web strands *

e. Deformed, cracked buckles

f. Enlarged tongue holes in the waist belt

g. Any holes punched in the webbing to adjust the fitting

* Hold the harness in hands 6-8 inches apart and bend the webbing into an inverted "U". This causes surface tension, exposing the defects. This shall be done for the entire harness.

2. D-Rings

a. Any distortion to the D-ring

b. Excessive pitting or oxidation

c. Any cracks, gouges, burrs

d. Friction buckles

1. Deformed, cracks, sharp edges

2. Straightness of the inner and outer bars

3. Attachment Points (hardware/straps)

a. Broken, cut, pulled

b. Loose rivets

4. Friction Buckles

a. Deformed, cracks, sharp edges

b. Straightness of the inner and outer bars

b. Lanyards

1. Strap Type

a. Cuts, abrasions, burns to the webbing

b. Broken, cut, pulled stitches

c. Broken web stands*

d. Friction buckles

1. Deformed, cracks, sharp edges

2. Straightness of the inner and outer bars

* Hold the lanyard in hands 6-8 inches apart and bend the webbing into an inverted "U". This causes surface tension, exposing the defects. This shall be done for the entire length of the lanyard.

2. Rope Type

a. Broken strands*

b. Cuts, burns

*Untwist the rope enough to inspect the internal lays, after inspection of the external this shall be done for the entire length.

3. Cable Type

a. Cuts, burns or stretching of the plastic jacket.

4. Snap Hooks

a. Excessive wear

b. Distortion

c. Cracks, gouges, excessive pitting

d. Malfunctions (cannot open the snap or it will not fully close on the mating surface.)

c. Deceleration Devices

1. Broken, cut, pulled stitches in the webbing

2. Burns in the jacketing

3. Pulled, broken stitches in the jacket or evidence of stretching of the jacket, indicating stress.

4. Defects outlined in snap hooks.

BODY HARNESS INSPECTION REPORT

PROJECT NUMBER			PROJECT NAME
INSPECTED BY			COLOR CODE
BODY HARNESS CHECKLIST: 1. Belt Webbing or Leather 5. Lanyards 2. All Stitching 6. Double Locking Safety Latches 3. Rivets and Eyelets 7. Certification or Data Tag 4. D-Ring(s), Buckles(s) 8. Personal owned
EMPLOYEE NAME	MFG'S SERIAL NUMBER	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9

LADDER INSPECTION

1. Purpose

The intent of this procedure is to provide inspection criteria for manufactured and job fabricated ladders used at SMC facilities.

2. Responsibility

It is the responsibility of the superintendent for the inspection of all ladders. Ladders shall be inspected as part of the weekly documented audits. They shall also be inspected once a month and the results documented on the attached forms.

3. Manufactured Ladders

Manufactured ladders shall be free of the following defects:

Missing/Bent/Cracked Rungs

Split Side Rails

Missing/Loose Rivets

Bent/Broken Braces

Missing/Damaged Feet

Corroded Components

Evidence of Fire

4. Job Made Ladders

Job made ladders shall be free of the following defects:

Side Rails Straight Grained, Knot Free

Cleats Straight Grained, Knot Free

Filler Strips Secured

No Cracks, Splinters

Ladder Is Not Painted

No Missing Nails

All Cleats Tightly Secured

Evidence of Fire

Rotting Wood

If any defects noted above are found on any ladder, it shall be removed from service and the necessary repairs made as soon as possible. The rungs shall be blocked with plywood that spans at least 3 rungs with the words “Do Not Use” printed on it. If repairs cannot be made, the ladder shall be destroyed.

STEP LADDER INSPECTION

Ladder Number Inspection Date

Inspected By Title

Component	Acceptable	Unacceptable

Side Rails
Missing/Damaged Feet
Split/Cracked
Loose/Missing Rivets
Racked/Twisted
Cross Braces Bent/Secure
Evidence of Fire

Rungs
Bent/Cracked
Corroded
Braces Bent
Secure
Evidence of Fire

Spreader
Bent
Locks in Place
Loose/Missing Rivets

If defects are noted, ladder was removed from service and blocked .

(Initial and Date)

STRAIGHT/EXTENSION LADDER INSPECTION

Ladder Number Inspection Date

Inspected By Title

Component	Acceptable	Unacceptable

Side Rails
Missing/Damaged Feet
Bent/Split
Racked/Twisted
Corroded
Burrs
Evidence of Fire

Rungs
Bent/Cracked
Corroded
Burrs
Evidence of Fire

Accessories
Pulley Secure
Pulley Free of Defects
Rope in Good Condition
Slide Guides Bent
Slide Guide Secure
Interlocks Bent
Interlocks Secure

If defects are noted, ladder was removed from service and blocked .

(Initial and Date)

JOB MADE LADDER INSPECTION

Ladder Number Inspection Date

Inspected By Title

Component	Acceptable	Unacceptable

Side Rails
Twisted/Warped/Cracked
Splinters/Burrs
Racked
Evidence of Fire
Filler Strips in Place
Saw Cuts
Rotting Wood

Rungs
Properly Secured
Cracked/Splintered
Evidence of Fire
Saw Cuts
Rotting Wood

Other
Paint
Evidence of Chemical Contact

If defects are noted, ladder was removed from service and blocked .

(Initial and Date)

FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTION

1. Purpose

The purpose of the procedure is to establish a consistent format for monthly fire extinguisher inspection.

2. Inspection

Each month, the superintendent, the safety coordinator or another competent person shall complete the Monthly Fire Extinguisher Inspection Checklist.

MONTHLY FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTION CHECKLIST

PROJECT NUMBER			PROJECT NAME
INSPECTED BY			DATE:
FIRE EXTINGUSHER CHECKLIST: 1. Tag in place showing the last annual inspection? 2. Is shell free of corrosion & damage? 6. Are the lock pin and seal in place? 3. Is hanger attachment & handle intact? 7. Is the gauge readable and the crystal intact? 4. Is the nameplate firmly attached & readable? 8. Is the pressure in the correct range? 5. Is the nozzle & hose free of cracks and damage? 9. Removed from Service?
SMC’s ID NUMBER	MFG'S SERIAL NUMBER	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9

Power Tool Inspection

Date:___________________ Color Code:_______________

S/N or SMC #	Type of Tool	Cord & Plug	Guards in place	Housing complete	Operates properly	Taken out of service

DESCRIPTION