Effective WorkplaceSafety Inspections.ppt

Effective WorkplaceSafety Inspections THE INSPECTION PROCESS PRETEST Identification of workplace hazards is an important part of the inspection process. true/false Inspections must be conducted by the safety officer only. true/false ORM requires all agencies to conduct and _________inspections Pretest (cont’d) Hazards found in the workplace should be corrected as soon as possible. true/false Indoor air quality issues are part of the inspection process. true/false GOALS Create a better understanding of the inspection process. Learn how to identify safety hazards. Learn how to control identified hazards. Did You Know?Workplace Hazards-- Can cause: Death Injury Damage to equipment Inspections help… Maintain a safe work environment Control unsafe acts and conditions Ensure operational efficiency WHAT TO INSPECT? The entire workplace Both interior exterior work environments. Checklist Categories Building Safety Office Safety Fire Safety Electrical Safety Emergency Equipment Storage Methods What to Look for? Indoor air quality NFPA- Life Safety 101 Compliance Housekeeping practices More of What to Look for… Equipment operation and maintenance practices Unsafe conditions Unsafe acts (practices) TYPES OF INSPECTIONS Formal Inspections Daily/Weekly Inspections Special Function Inspections WHO CAN CONDUCT INSPECTIONS Employees Supervisors Safety Coordinators Management Safety Committee Members Outside Vendors/insurance companies SO, YOU COMPLETED YOUR INSPECTION? WHAT YOU FOUND Unsafe Conditions Unsafe Acts WHAT NEXT? Correct unsafe conditions Correct unsafe acts Implement controls IMPLEMENTING CONTROLS Engineering Controls Administrative Controls Protective Equipment Document Your Findings Document your corrective action Document your controls Written Components… Include in operational safety plan/manual Include procedures to identify correct hazards Cover “good” housekeeping