Hazmat Loading and Unloading Audit

Inspection template for auditing hazardous materials loading and unloading activities, including placards, manifests, segregation, containment, and emergency response readiness.

Audit Details and Scope

• Inspection date and time recorded
• Location, dock, bay, or staging area identified
• Inspector name and role recorded
• Operation type identified
• Hazmat class or division present on site

Placards, Labels, and Shipping Papers

• Required placards displayed on vehicle, container, or tank
• Placards are legible, undamaged, and correctly oriented
• Shipping papers or manifest available at point of transfer
• Shipping papers match product name, UN/NA number, hazard class, and quantity
• Emergency response telephone number is present and current on shipping papers
• Packages, drums, totes, or containers are labeled as required

Segregation, Compatibility, and Stowage

• Incompatible materials are segregated by class, compatibility group, or site SOP
• Oxidizers are separated from flammables and combustible materials
• Toxic, corrosive, or reactive materials are stored or staged in designated areas
• Load is secured to prevent shifting, tipping, or impact during transfer
• No leaking, bulging, damaged, or compromised containers observed

Containment, Spill Control, and Housekeeping

• Secondary containment is present where required for the transfer activity
• Spill kit is available, stocked, and accessible within the transfer area
• Absorbents, drain covers, or diking materials are suitable for the materials handled
• Floor, dock, and surrounding area are free of visible residue, spills, and incompatible debris
• Drains are protected or isolated from uncontrolled release during transfer

Equipment, PPE, and Transfer Controls

• Transfer hoses, pumps, couplings, and valves are in good condition with no visible damage or leakage
• Bonding and grounding controls are used where required by the product and transfer method
• Required PPE is available and worn by personnel in the transfer zone

Emergency Response Readiness

• Emergency shutoff, isolation, or stop-transfer controls are identified and accessible
• Eyewash and safety shower are accessible, unobstructed, and within required response distance
• Spill, leak, fire, and evacuation response steps are posted or readily available