Garage Inspection Checklist

Use the Garage Inspection Checklist to assess safety measures of parking facilities including ceilings, walls, fire safety, housekeeping, exits, etc.

Garage Inspection Checklist



Security

1. Are all entry ways secured from unauthorized access?


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2. Are appropriate signs posted?


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3. Is the facility routinely patrolled?


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4. Does the lot have adequate lighting?


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5. Are all of the lights functional?


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6. Is the facility monitored by CCTV cameras?


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7. Is the lot free from abandoned vehicles and bicycles?


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Garage Floor

1. Is the floor cleaned regularly?


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2. Is the floor free of stains caused by car fluids?


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3. Are any major cracks noticed in the floors?


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4. Are there any areas where concrete has been off (spalls) completely?


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5. Is there exposed rebar?


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6. Are there any rust strains?


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7. Are there any white stains symbolic of efflorescence?


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8. Are there any water stains?


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9. Is there evidence of any mold?


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10. Is the garage floor made of a non-combustible material?


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11. Is the floor sloped towards the floor drain or towards the door opening?


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12. Is the garage floor relatively uniform and sloped properly?


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Garage Walls & Ceilings

1. Are any major cracks noticed in the walls and ceilings?


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2. Are there any areas where concrete has been off (spalls) completely?


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3. Is there exposed rebar?


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4. Are there any rust strains?


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5. Are there any white stains symbolic of efflorescence?


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6. Are there any water stains?


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7. Is there evidence of any mold?


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8. Are the garage walls made of a non-combustible material?


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Garage Door

1. Are the garage doors self-lubricated?


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2. If not, are the garage doors oiled regularly?


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3. Are the garage door’s motion sensors tested to ensure the door is safe?


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4. Have the seals at the bottom of the garage door been checked for wear and damage?


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Gutters And Interior Doors

1. Have the rain gutters been checked to make sure they are not clogged or damaged?


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2. Have the downspouts been checked?


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3. Has the roof been checked for damaged shingles or tiles?


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4. Has the interior garage door (if any) been checked to ensure it is keeping cold out during the winter and cool air in during the summer?


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Pest Inspection

1. Have damp, cool and dark spaces been checked for evidence of pests?


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2. Is there any other evidence (such as animal droppings) that may point towards pest infestation?


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Fire Safety

1. Are firewall materials installed on the walls and ceiling of the garage in line with the legal guidelines?


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2. Are any hazardous or combustible materials stored safely?


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3. Are fire extinguishers present?


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4. Are sprinklers or other fire extinguishing means provided?


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5. Is the fire alarm panel indicating an alarm condition?


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Electrical Safety

1. Are all electric outlets grounded?


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2. Are any circuit breakers regularly tripping?


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3. Are all plugs and cords in good condition?


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4. Do all electrical panels have a surrounding space of at least 3 feet clear?


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5. Are any of the electrical switches, switch plates or receptacles; cracked, broken or have exposed contacts?


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6. Are all electrical circuit breakers identified?


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7. Is there anything else relating to emergency preparedness that needs attention at this time?


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Walkways & Exits

1. Are all walkways free of obstructions?


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2. Are all exits free of trash and clutter?


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3. Are stairwells and corridors free of trash and clutter?


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4. Are all walkways at least 36 inches wide and free of other items that could cause a tripping hazard?


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Emergency Preparedness

1. Are all employees trained on emergency evacuation procedures?


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2. Are all manual pull stations unobstructed and accessible?


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3. Is there anything else relating to emergency preparedness that needs attention at this time?


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Storage & Equipment

1. Is equipment returned to their proper storage location when not in use to avoid a tripping hazard?


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2. Are any containers leaking?


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3. Are all containers clearly labelled?


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4. Are flammable materials such as cardboard and paper stored away from fire hazards and not accumulated all around the facility?


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5. Are tools safely secured and stored when not in use?


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6. Are wastes segregated correctly in the bins?


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Housekeeping

1. Are all areas cleaned on a regular basis?


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2. Are all floors free of any liquids to avoid trips and falls?


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3. Are snow/ ice /water cleared promptly?


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4. Is all trash disposed correctly?


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5. Are there any housekeeping issues that need to be addressed?


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Checklist by GoAudits.com – Please note that this checklist is intended as an example. We do not guarantee compliance with the laws applicable to your territory or industry. You should seek professional advice to determine how this checklist should be adapted to your workplace or jurisdiction.

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