OSHA Workplace Safety Walk

Comprehensive OSHA-aligned safety inspection covering general workplace hazards, PPE, electrical safety, walking surfaces, and emergency equipment. Suitable for monthly walk-throughs in any workplace.

Inspection Details

• Inspection date and time recorded
• Area, department, or route inspected identified
• Inspector name and role documented
• Supervisor or area contact notified of walk-through

General Workplace Conditions

• Aisles, exits, and access paths are clear of obstructions
• Housekeeping is adequate; debris, spills, and scrap are promptly removed
• Storage is stable and does not create topple or falling-object hazards
• Work areas are adequately illuminated for safe task performance
• Trip hazards from cords, uneven flooring, or loose materials are controlled
• Waste containers are not overflowing and are located to avoid blockage
• No visible signs of unauthorized smoking, open flames, or unsafe ignition sources

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Required PPE is posted or otherwise communicated for the area
• Employees observed wearing required PPE for the tasks being performed
• Eye and face protection is available, clean, and free of visible damage
• Hand protection is appropriate to the hazard and in usable condition
• High-visibility, hearing, respiratory, or other task-specific PPE is available where required
• Damaged, expired, or contaminated PPE is removed from service

Electrical Safety

• Electrical panels have required working clearance and are not blocked
• Panel covers, breaker blanks, and enclosures are intact and closed
• Extension cords and flexible cords are free of cuts, splices, overheating, and pinch damage
• Outlets, plugs, and power strips are not overloaded or daisy-chained unsafely
• Portable electrical equipment shows no visible damage, exposed conductors, or missing guards
• Temporary electrical use is controlled and not used as a substitute for permanent wiring

Walking-Working Surfaces and Stairs

• Floors and walking surfaces are clean, dry, and free of slip hazards
• Floor openings, pits, and elevated edges are guarded or covered
• Stairs have secure handrails and unobstructed treads
• Ramps, dock edges, and transitions are clearly marked and in good condition
• Portable ladders observed in use are in good condition and set up properly

Fire and Emergency Equipment

• Fire extinguishers are mounted, accessible, and have a current inspection tag or status
• Emergency exits and exit routes are clearly marked and unobstructed
• First aid kit, eyewash station, or other emergency response equipment is accessible