Warehouse Safety Inspection Checklist

Use this checklist to perform a thorough safety inspection of the warehouse, including the amenities, storage, lighting etc. and to recommend any corrective actions that may be required.

Warehouse Safety Inspection Checklist



Amenities

1. Are toilets clean and hygienic?


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2. Are dining areas clean and hygienic?


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3. Are wash areas clean and hygienic?


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4. Are change room and locker areas clean and hygienic?


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Corrective Actions

1. If you have identified any hazards during this safety inspection, please comment below. If immediate elimination or control is not possible, a hazard report form is to be submitted.


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2. Version/date: current (October 2012) replaces: January 2009; site/dept: ANZ; form: WHS 06.3a; Author: Paul Zarb; authorised Ian Lilley


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Emergency Evacuation

1. Are emergency exits clear of cobwebs?


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2. Are emergency exits clear of obstructions


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3. Are fire exit doors easily opened from the inside


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Electrical

1. Does the DC have any broken power points?


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2. Are any of the power leads frayed or damaged?


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3. Are temporary power leads on the floor?


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Lighting And Passageways

1. Are lighting areas clear of cobwebs?


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2. Are all light fittings in good working order with no sign of burns?


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3. Are aisles clear of stock and empty pallets?


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4. Do intersections and stairs have an unobstructed vision?


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5. Are personnel access doors in good condition?


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6. Are loading dock doors in good condition?


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7. Are walkways adequately lit?


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Rubbish

1. Are bins emptied regularly?


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2. Are floors and aisles around racking clear of rubbish?


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3. Are workbenches clear of rubbish?


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Work Areas

1. Are workbenches in good condition and stable?


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2. Is shrink wrap removed from pick items?


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3. Is manual handling equipment clean and in good working order?


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Storage

1. Are double stacked pallets in good condition and stable?


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2. Are all racks and pallets in good condition?


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3. Are stock items in pallet racking secured?


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Chemicals

1. Are all containers clearly labeled?


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2. Are all chemicals stored in appropriate containers?


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First Aid

1. Are first aid cabinets and content clean and orderly?


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2. Do biological waste and sharp containers need replacing/emptying?


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3. Are cabinets easy to access


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General Environment

1. Are all floor surfaces free from spills and ice build-up?


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2. Are all floor surfaces even with no trip hazards?


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3. Is warehouse equipment placed away when not in use?


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4. Is air quality good? (No fumes, odours, dust or allergens)


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5. Does the DC have any water leaks?


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6. Does the DC have any gas leaks?


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7. Are walls and safety barriers in good condition?


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