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Manufacturing Safety and Compliance

A ready-to-use checklist with 67 items in 6 sections, covering Machine Guarding & Physical Safety, Lock-Out / Tag-Out (LOTO), Hazardous Materials & Chemical Safety, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Material Handling & Forklift Safety, Work Environment & Housekeeping. Use it as-is in Bindy, or adapt it to your own standards in minutes.

  • 6 Sections
  • 67 Items
  • 60 Yes / No checks
  • 6 Scored ratings
  • 2150 Points

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1. Machine Guarding & Physical Safety 11 items

  1. Are all rotating parts, belts, and pulleys fully enclosed by guards? Yes / No 50 pts
  2. Are "Emergency Stop" (E-Stop) buttons accessible and functional on all machines? Yes / No 50 pts
  3. Is the "Light Curtain" or safety interlock system tested and operational? Yes / No 40 pts
  4. Are point-of-operation guards adjusted to prevent finger/hand entry? Yes / No 45 pts
  5. Is machinery anchored to the floor to prevent movement or tipping? Yes / No 25 pts
  6. Are foot pedals protected against accidental activation? Yes / No 30 pts
  7. Are "Danger: High Voltage" signs present on all electrical enclosures? Yes / No 20 pts
  8. Is there a 36-inch clearance around all electrical disconnects? Yes / No 25 pts
  9. Are conveyor systems equipped with pull-cords for emergency stops? Yes / No 35 pts
  10. Are nip points and shear hazards clearly marked with safety yellow? Yes / No 15 pts
  11. Machine Safety Status: Rating
    • Guarded/Secure 40 pts
    • Minor Exposure 20 pts
    • Critical Risk 0 pts

2. Lock-Out / Tag-Out (LOTO) 11 items

  1. Is a written LOTO procedure posted on or near each specific machine? Yes / No 45 pts
  2. Are LOTO stations fully stocked with designated locks and tags? Yes / No 30 pts
  3. Did you verify that "Authorized Employees" have individual assigned locks? Yes / No 40 pts
  4. Is there a log of all active LOTO energy isolations currently in effect? Yes / No 35 pts
  5. Have all maintenance staff completed LOTO certification in the last year? Yes / No 40 pts
  6. Are group lockout boxes used for multi-trade maintenance tasks? Yes / No 25 pts
  7. Are locks removed only by the person who applied them (per policy)? Yes / No 50 pts
  8. Is "Zero Energy State" verified before work begins on any equipment? Yes / No 45 pts
  9. Are contractor LOTO procedures aligned with the facility standard? Yes / No 20 pts
  10. Is the "Annual LOTO Inspection" documentation current for this shift? Yes / No 30 pts
  11. LOTO Compliance: Rating
    • Zero Deviation 45 pts
    • Process Gap 22 pts
    • Life-Threatening 0 pts

3. Hazardous Materials & Chemical Safety 11 items

  1. Are all chemical containers (including secondary) labeled correctly? Yes / No 40 pts
  2. Is the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) binder current and accessible to all? Yes / No 35 pts
  3. Are flammable liquids stored in approved, grounded safety cabinets? Yes / No 40 pts
  4. Are eyewash and safety shower stations tested weekly and unobstructed? Yes / No 50 pts
  5. Is secondary containment in place for all chemical storage drums? Yes / No 30 pts
  6. Are compressed gas cylinders secured upright with caps on (when not in use)? Yes / No 35 pts
  7. Is the "Chemical Spill Kit" fully stocked and located near the hazard? Yes / No 25 pts
  8. Are incompatible chemicals (e.g. acids/bases) physically separated? Yes / No 45 pts
  9. Is local exhaust ventilation (LEV) functional in fume-heavy areas? Yes / No 30 pts
  10. Are PPE requirements for specific chemicals posted at the point of use? Yes / No 20 pts
  11. HazMat Safety: Rating
    • Controlled 35 pts
    • Administrative Gap 17 pts
    • Uncontrolled Risk 0 pts

4. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 11 items

  1. Are all employees wearing required eye protection (ANSI Z87.1)? Yes / No 40 pts
  2. Is hearing protection used in designated "High Noise" zones? Yes / No 35 pts
  3. Are safety-toed shoes or boots worn by all staff on the floor? Yes / No 30 pts
  4. Are respirators used by staff medically cleared and fit-tested? Yes / No 45 pts
  5. Are gloves appropriate for the specific task (cut vs. chemical)? Yes / No 25 pts
  6. Is damaged or worn PPE replaced immediately at no cost to staff? Yes / No 20 pts
  7. Are specialized PPE (welding hoods, arc-flash suits) in good repair? Yes / No 30 pts
  8. Is the PPE Hazard Assessment signed and reviewed annually? Yes / No 15 pts
  9. Are visitors and contractors provided with all necessary floor PPE? Yes / No 25 pts
  10. Is there a strict "No Loose Clothing/Jewelry" policy around machinery? Yes / No 45 pts
  11. PPE Adherence: Rating
    • 100% Correct 30 pts
    • Minor Violation 15 pts
    • Critical Failure 0 pts

5. Material Handling & Forklift Safety 11 items

  1. Are forklift operators currently certified and carrying licenses? Yes / No 50 pts
  2. Is the "Daily Pre-Shift Inspection" log completed for all PITs? Yes / No 35 pts
  3. Are floor markings (pedestrian vs. vehicle lanes) clear and visible? Yes / No 30 pts
  4. Are convex mirrors installed at all blind intersections? Yes / No 20 pts
  5. Is the battery charging/refueling area equipped with ventilation? Yes / No 25 pts
  6. Are heavy loads palletized and shrink-wrapped for stability? Yes / No 15 pts
  7. Are rack load-limit signs posted and not exceeded? Yes / No 40 pts
  8. Is there a "3-Foot Clearance" maintained around all fire equipment? Yes / No 25 pts
  9. Are dock levelers and dock locks functional and utilized? Yes / No 35 pts
  10. Are overhead cranes/hoists within their annual inspection date? Yes / No 45 pts
  11. Logistics Safety: Rating
    • High Standard 30 pts
    • Operational Risk 15 pts
    • Hazardous 0 pts

6. Work Environment & Housekeeping 12 items

  1. Are aisles and walkways completely free of trip and slip hazards? Yes / No 40 pts
  2. Is the floor free of oil, coolant, or hydraulic fluid leaks? Yes / No 35 pts
  3. Are fire exits and stairwells completely unobstructed? Yes / No 50 pts
  4. Is scrap metal, cardboard, and trash removed from work cells daily? Yes / No 20 pts
  5. Is the lighting sufficient for precision tasks (min 30-50 foot-candles)? Yes / No 15 pts
  6. Are air hoses and electrical cords coiled or retracted when not in use? Yes / No 25 pts
  7. Is the facility free of accumulated dust on overhead beams (combustible dust)? Yes / No 45 pts
  8. Are restroom and break areas clean and sanitary? Yes / No 10 pts
  9. Are "Wet Floor" signs used immediately for cleaning or spills? Yes / No 15 pts
  10. Are tools stored in a "5S" or organized shadow-board fashion? Yes / No 15 pts
  11. Housekeeping Grade: Rating
    • World Class 25 pts
    • Needs Cleanup 12 pts
    • Unsafe Conditions 0 pts
  12. Final manufacturing audit summary: Comments

About this template

This checklist is part of the Bindy template library. Yes / No checks score 1 point when met; ratings score the points shown for each option. The overall score is the percentage of points earned, with N/A answers excluded. In Bindy you can add photos, assign corrective actions, require sign-off and compare results across sites.

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