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OSHA General Industry Safety Walkthrough (29 CFR 1910)

A cross-facility walkthrough to surface common OSHA General Industry hazards before an inspection or as a routine self-audit.

29 CFR 1910OSHA General Duty Clause

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Walking-Working Surfaces & Housekeeping

Slip, trip, and fall hazards under 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D.

  • Are floors clean, dry, and free of slip, trip, and fall hazards? *
  • Are aisles and passageways kept clear and marked where mechanical handling equipment is used? *
  • Are floor holes, open pits, and elevated platforms guarded or covered? *
  • Are guardrails present on open-sided floors or platforms 4 feet or more above the level below? *

Exit Routes & Emergency Access

  • Are exit routes free of obstructions and clearly marked with illuminated EXIT signs? *
  • Do exit doors open in the direction of travel and remain unlocked from the inside? *
  • Is a minimum of two exit routes provided where required by occupancy? *

Machine Guarding & Equipment

  • Are point-of-operation, ingoing nip points, and rotating parts guarded? *
  • Are machines anchored to prevent walking or moving during operation? *
  • Are guards secured and not easily removed or bypassed? *

Electrical & Fire Protection

  • Is at least 36 inches of clear working space maintained in front of electrical panels? *
  • Are electrical panels labeled and unused openings closed? *
  • Are portable fire extinguishers mounted, accessible, and inspected within the last month? *

Recordkeeping & Postings

  • Is the OSHA 'Job Safety and Health: It's the Law' poster displayed? *
  • Is the OSHA 300A summary posted February 1 through April 30 for the prior year? *
  • Are required written programs (HazCom, LOTO, EAP) available on site? *
  • Inspector name and date of walkthrough: *

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