Warehouse Safety Walkthrough Checklist

Floor surfaces are free of spills, leaks, and standing water

Floors are even, with no cracks, potholes, or raised edges

Aisles are clear of stock, empty pallets, and waste

Cables and hoses do not cross walkways

Pedestrian walkways are unobstructed along their full length

Aisles and intersections are lit well enough to read rack labels and spot floor hazards

Load limits are displayed on each racking run

Uprights, beams, and braces are free of dents, bends, and corrosion

Post protectors and beam safety pins are in place

Pallets are in good condition, with no broken boards or protruding nails

Loads sit square on the pallet with no overhang past the beam edge

Stack heights stay within the marked limit for each bay

Damaged racking is isolated, tagged, and reported

Forklifts and reach trucks show no visible damage, leaks, or worn tires

Overhead guards and load backrests are fitted and undamaged

Operators wear seat belts while equipment is moving

Unattended equipment is parked with forks lowered and brake applied

Pallet jacks and lifting aids move freely and are stored clear of walkways

Conveyor guards and emergency stops are in place and accessible

Open dock doors and edges are protected by barriers, gates, or chains

Wheel chocks or trailer restraints are in use at every occupied bay

Dock levelers and dock plates are secure and in working condition

Vehicles and pedestrians are separated by barriers or marked routes

Drivers reverse with a spotter or in line with site traffic rules

Speed limits are observed in the yard and inside the building

The full width of each exit route is clear, including the ground outside the door

Fire exit doors open easily from the inside

Extinguisher pressure gauges read in the green zone and safety pins are intact

Sprinkler heads have the required clearance below them

Alarms, detectors, and emergency lighting show no fault indicators

Evacuation routes and assembly points are signed and visible

Sockets, plugs, and switches are undamaged and free of scorch marks

Power leads are free of fraying, cuts, and exposed conductors

Extension leads are not daisy-chained or overloaded

Electrical panels are closed, labeled, and clear of stored items

Isolation points are accessible and lockout devices are available

All containers are labeled with their contents and hazard warnings

Chemicals are stored in compatible containers with lids secured

Incompatible substances are segregated in storage

Spill kit contents match the chemicals stored nearby and the tamper seal is unbroken

Areas where chemicals are handled are ventilated and free of fumes

Staff on the floor wear the PPE required for their task

High-visibility clothing is worn in all vehicle operating areas

PPE in use is clean, intact, and correctly fitted

Spare PPE is available and stored in a designated place

Mandatory PPE zones are signed at every entry point

Floor markings for pedestrian and vehicle routes are intact and visible

Warning signs on high-risk equipment and areas are legible

Blind corners have mirrors or visibility aids in working condition

Staff use lifting aids for loads that are heavy or awkward

Staff lift with the load close to the body and without twisting

Nobody climbs racking or rides on forklifts or pallet jacks

Work at height is done from approved platforms or steps, not pallets or shelving

No horseplay, bypassed guards, or unsafe shortcuts are observed

A supervisor is present in high-risk areas during active operations