Grocery Spill Response Audit

Inspection template for auditing grocery store spill response readiness, including chemical spill kit availability, absorbent disposal practices, and PPE compliance.

Spill Response Procedures and Preparedness

• Spill response procedure is posted and accessible at point of use
  Procedure is visible in areas where spills are likely to occur, such as receiving, produce, dairy, frozen, and chemical storage areas.
• Employees can identify who to notify for a spill event
  Verify staff know the escalation path for minor and major spills, including when to contact a supervisor or competent person.
• Spill response training is current for assigned staff
  Training records show employees assigned to spill response duties have current training on spill cleanup, PPE, and disposal procedures.
• Emergency contact numbers and escalation instructions are posted
  Emergency contacts, supervisor notification steps, and external response contacts are posted and legible.

Chemical Spill Kit Availability and Condition

• Chemical spill kit is present in the designated location
  A spill kit is available in the expected area and is easy to locate during an emergency.
• Spill kit is unobstructed and accessible within 10 seconds
  Kit access is not blocked by pallets, carts, product, or locked storage that would delay response.
• Spill kit contents are complete and serviceable
  Verify absorbents, disposal bags, gloves, eye protection, and any required tools are present, undamaged, and within usable condition.
• Spill kit container is intact and labeled
  Container, cabinet, or tote is labeled for spill response and shows no cracks, missing parts, or water damage.
• Spill kit contents are within inspection date or replenishment schedule
  Inspection tag, log, or inventory record shows the kit has been checked on schedule and restocked after use.

Absorbent Use and Disposal Practices

• Absorbents are appropriate for the spill type encountered
  Verify the absorbent materials in use match the liquid hazard and are not being substituted with unsuitable materials.
• Contaminated absorbents are collected in designated disposal bags or containers
  Used pads, socks, granules, and wipes are placed into the correct disposal container immediately after cleanup.
• Waste containers are closed, labeled, and not overfilled
  Disposal containers for used absorbents are closed when not in use, properly labeled, and maintained below overflow conditions.
• Spill cleanup area is free of residual absorbent debris
  No loose granules, saturated pads, or cleanup residue remain on the floor after the spill is addressed.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Compliance

• Required spill response PPE is available at the spill kit
  Gloves, eye protection, and any site-required protective items are present and ready for use.
• PPE is in good condition and free from visible damage
  Inspect gloves, goggles, face shields, and other PPE for tears, cracks, contamination, or missing components.
• Employees use PPE consistent with the spill hazard
  Observed PPE matches the hazard level and cleanup task, including chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection where required.
• Used PPE is cleaned, replaced, or discarded per procedure
  Reusable PPE is cleaned and stored correctly, and disposable PPE is discarded after use according to site procedure.

Housekeeping and Spill Area Control

• Spill area is isolated with warning signage or barricade as needed
  Area is controlled to keep customers and employees away until cleanup is complete and the floor is safe.
• Floor is dry and safe for normal traffic after cleanup
  No standing liquid, slick residue, or trip hazard remains after the spill response is complete.