Submitted by Andrea on June 8, 2009 - 2:10pm.
Hazard Recognition and Control
Information from Publication #137
The following lists provide basic guides for recognizing and controlling hazards commonly found in UAW operations.
INSPECTION CHECKLIST:
Walking-Working Surfaces
- Slippery
- Damaged
- Clear
- Openings
- Egress
Electrical
- Disconnects
- Defective
- Exposed
- Controls, Location, Proper Identification
- Emergency Stop
Housekeeping/General Plant Environment
- Clean
- Debris
- Ventilation
- Sanitation
Vehicles
- Authorized Use
- Defective
- Rules and Regulations
- Adequate Safeguards
- Visibility
- Charging and Refueling Areas
- Preventive Maintenance/Tagout Procedure
Fire Hazards
- Flammable Materials
- Access
- Areas Identified
- Storage
Compressed Air and Gases
- Storage
- Secured
- Use
- Machinery and Equipment
- Proper Safeguarding Devices
- Defective
- Machine Specific Lockout Procedure
- Controls
- Pinch, Crushing and Shearing Points
- Hazardous Material
- Proper Use
- Clear and Unobstructed Aisles
- Identification
- Containment
- Proper Location
Hazardous Materials
- Chemicals
- Gases
- Fumes
- Dusts
Workplace Design and Layout
- Ergonomics and Human Factors
- Noise Control
- Ventilation
Safe Job Procedures
- Job Safety Analysis Conducted
- Proper Training
- Job Procedures
Personal Protective Equipment
- Eye, Hearing, Face and Foot Protection
- Body Protection
- Emergency Equipment
- Sanitation and Storage
Keep records of what you see and the action taken.
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