OSHA Warehouse Safety Checklist

Use the OSHA Warehouse Safety Checklist to promote hazard communication, ergonomics, etc. to promote a secure environment compliant with OSHA regulations.

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OSHA Warehouse Safety Checklist

Hazard Communication

Charging Stations

Poor Ergonomics

Other Hazards

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OSHA Warehouse Safety Checklist

Use the OSHA Warehouse Safety Checklist to promote hazard communication, ergonomics, etc. to promote a secure environment compliant with OSHA regulations.

1. Is there a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) maintained for each chemical to which workers are exposed in the facility?

2. Are instructions on the MSDS followed for handling chemical products?

3. Are employees trained on the risks of each stored chemical?

4. Are spill cleanup kits provided in any area where chemicals are stored?

5. Is there a written spill control plan?

6. Are employees trained to clean up spills, protect themselves, and properly dispose of used materials?

7. Is proper personal protective equipment provided and its use enforced?

8. Are all chemicals stored safely and securely?

9. Are chemicals stored away from forklift traffic areas?

1. Are smoking and open flames prohibited in and around charging stations?

2. Is adequate ventilation provided to disperse fumes from gassing batteries?

3. Are fire extinguishers available and fully charged?

4. Is proper personal protective equipment, such as rubber gloves and eye and face protection, provided?

5. Are forklifts properly positioned and brakes applied before attempting to change or charge batteries? Are required procedures followed when refueling gas or propane-fueled forklifts?

6. Are conveyors, overhead hoists, or equivalent materials handling equipment provided for servicing batteries?

7. Is an eyewash and safety shower facility provided for employees exposed to battery acids?

1. Is powered equipment used whenever possible instead of requiring manual lifting for heavy materials?

2. Are lifts from shoulder height and floor height reduced by repositioning the shelf or bin?

3. Is overhead lighting adequate for the task at hand?

4. Are employees provided with task-oriented ergonomic training?

5. Do employees use their legs and keep their backs in a natural position while lifting?

6. Is the load to be lifted tested to estimate its weight, size, and bulk, and to determine the proper lifting method?

7. Is help sought if the load exceeds the maximum weight a person can lift safely without assistance?

8. Is twisting avoided while carrying a load, with feet shifted and small steps taken in the direction of turning?

9. Are floors kept clean and free of slip and trip hazards?

1. Are provisions in place for emergency exit locations and evacuation procedures?

2. Are procedures established for accounting for all employees and visitors?

3. Are employees informed about the location and use of fire extinguishers and other emergency equipment?