General / Cross-sector 16 items
Warehouse Safety Inspection
Covers storage, material handling, docks, and emergency readiness specific to warehouse operations.
29 CFR 191029 CFR 1910.17629 CFR 1910.178
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Storage & Racking
- Is storage stable, stacked, and secured to prevent sliding or collapse? *
- Are rack load capacities posted and not exceeded? *
- Are damaged racks and uprights tagged and repaired? *
- Is clearance maintained around sprinkler heads (18 inches minimum)? *
Aisles & Traffic
- Are aisles and passageways clear, marked, and wide enough for equipment? *
- Are pedestrian walkways separated from forklift traffic? *
- Are mirrors and signage installed at blind corners and intersections? *
Loading Docks
- Are dock plates rated, secured, and in good condition? *
- Are wheel chocks or restraints used to secure trailers during loading? *
- Are open dock edges guarded or barricaded when not in use? *
Material Handling & Manual Lifting
- Is powered industrial truck operation limited to trained operators? *
- Are lifting aids provided to reduce manual handling injuries? *
- Are heavier loads stored at waist height where practical? *
Emergency & Housekeeping
- Are exits, fire extinguishers, and eyewash stations accessible and unobstructed? *
- Is the facility free of trip hazards, spills, and accumulated debris? *
- Inspector sign-off: *
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