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OSHA Material Handling & Storage Checklist

Occupational Safety and Health Administration – OSHA Material Handling & Storage checklist based on OSHA guidelines is crucial for ensuring workplace safety.

Here’s a structured OSHA Material Handling & Storage checklist you can use:

1. General Safety Precautions

   • Are employees trained in safe material handling practices?
   • Is there a designated area for material handling and storage?
   • Are all employees aware of emergency procedures related to material handling accidents?

2. Storage Facilities

   • Are storage facilities organized and free from clutter?
   • Are storage racks, shelves, and containers in good condition and properly maintained?
   • Heavy items stored on lower shelves to prevent overreaching or items falling from overhead?

3. Material Handling Equipment

   • Are forklifts, pallet jacks, and other handling equipment properly maintained and inspected regularly?
   • Are operators trained and certified to use handling equipment safely?
   • Load capacities clearly marked and adhered to?

4. Manual Material Handling

   • Are manual lifting tasks minimized through the use of equipment or mechanized aids?
   • Are employees trained in proper lifting techniques, including bending at the knees, keeping the load close to the body, and avoiding twisting motions?
   • Heavy or awkward loads team lifted when necessary?

5. Storage of Hazardous Materials

   • Are hazardous materials properly labeled, stored, and handled according to OSHA regulations and manufacturer instructions?
   • Are Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) readily available for all hazardous materials?
   • Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) provided and used when handling hazardous materials?

6. Aisles and Walkways

   • Are aisles and walkways kept clear of obstructions, spills, or debris?
   • Are floor markings or signage used to designate pedestrian walkways and vehicle traffic routes?
   • Mirrors or other visual aids used at blind corners to prevent collisions?

7. Emergency Preparedness

   • Are emergency exits and evacuation routes clearly marked and unobstructed?
   • Is there a designated assembly area in case of evacuation?
   • Are employees trained in emergency procedures, including reporting incidents and using fire extinguishers?

8. Regular Inspections and Maintenance

   • Are regular inspections conducted to identify and address potential hazards in material handling and storage areas?
   • Are maintenance and repair issues addressed promptly to prevent accidents or equipment failures?

9. Employee Involvement and Training

   • Are employees encouraged to report safety concerns or hazards related to material handling and storage?
   • Are regular training sessions conducted to reinforce safe handling practices and provide updates on OSHA regulations?

10. Documentation and Recordkeeping

    • Are records of training, inspections, maintenance, and incident reports maintained in compliance with OSHA requirements?
    • Are corrective actions taken in response to safety deficiencies documented and tracked to completion?

By implementing and regularly reviewing OSHA Material Handling & Storage checklist, you can help ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and promote a safe working environment for employees involved in material handling and storage activities.

To conduct OSHA-compliant material handling and storage inspections using eAuditor Audits & Inspections  you can follow these steps:

1. Create a Custom Inspection Form

   • Use existing checklist or design a checklist in eAuditor Audits & Inspections based on OSHA guidelines for material handling and storage inspections.
   • Include sections for general safety precautions, storage facilities, material handling equipment, manual handling, hazardous materials, aisle safety, emergency preparedness, inspections, and employee training.
   • Each section should contain specific items to inspect, with checkboxes or dropdown menus for compliance status (e.g., compliant, non-compliant, not applicable).

2. Include Visual Documentation

   • Integrate features that allow inspectors to capture and attach photos directly to checklist items.
   • This enables visual documentation of any hazards or compliance issues found during the inspection.

3. Implement Scoring and Reporting

   • Add scoring mechanisms to assess overall compliance with OSHA standards.
   • eAuditor Audits & Inspections generates automated reports at the end of each inspection, summarizing inspection findings, compliance status, and any corrective actions needed.
   • Reports is exportable in various formats (e.g., PDF) and easily shareable with relevant stakeholders.

4. Training and Support

   • eAuditor Audits & Inspections provides training to inspectors on how to use the inspection app effectively and offers user guides, tutorials, and technical support to address any questions or issues that arise during inspections.

5. Regular Updates and Maintenance

   • Periodically review and update the OSHA Material Handling & Storage checklist to reflect changes in OSHA regulations or best practices.
   • eAuditor Audits & Inspections updates app as needed to improve functionality, address bugs, and incorporate user feedback.

6. Integration with Management Systems

   • eAuditor Audits & Inspections can integrate the app with existing management systems for tracking inspections, corrective actions, and compliance status.
   • This streamlines data management and facilitates ongoing monitoring of material handling and storage safety.

By leveraging a eAuditor Audits & Inspections app tailored to OSHA material handling and storage requirements, you can streamline inspection processes, ensure compliance, and enhance workplace safety.

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