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Warehouse Operations & Safety

A ready-to-use checklist with 54 items in 8 sections, covering Dock Operations & Receiving, Racking & Structural Integrity, Forklifts & PIT (Powered Industrial Trucks), Aisles & Housekeeping, Hazardous Materials & Fire Safety, Ergonomics & Manual Handling and more. Use it as-is in Bindy, or adapt it to your own standards in minutes.

  • 8 Sections
  • 54 Items
  • 45 Yes / No checks
  • 8 Scored ratings
  • 1490 Points

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1. Dock Operations & Receiving 7 items

  1. Are dock levelers and plates in good working order? Yes / No 25 pts
  2. Are wheel chocks or vehicle restraints used for every trailer? Yes / No 40 pts
  3. Are "Dock Lock" lights (Red/Green) functional and visible? Yes / No 20 pts
  4. Is the dock floor free of wood splinters and pallet debris? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Are dock doors closed and locked when not in active use? Yes / No 15 pts
  6. Is there a 3-foot "Safe Zone" marked around the dock edge? Yes / No 30 pts
  7. Dock Safety Discipline: Rating
    • Highly Disciplined 25 pts
    • Minor Process Gaps 12 pts
    • Dangerous/Unsecured 0 pts

2. Racking & Structural Integrity 8 items

  1. Are all rack uprights free of visible dents or structural damage? Yes / No 50 pts
  2. Are rack "Upright Protectors" installed on all corner posts? Yes / No 30 pts
  3. Are Load Capacity plaques clearly visible on every rack row? Yes / No 40 pts
  4. Are all beam safety clips or bolts present and secure? Yes / No 35 pts
  5. Is "Top Stock" stored at least 18 inches below sprinkler heads? Yes / No 40 pts
  6. Are pallets placed squarely on beams with no "overhang"? Yes / No 25 pts
  7. Are racking rows free of unapproved "homemade" modifications? Yes / No 45 pts
  8. Structural Condition: Rating
    • Sound/Certified 40 pts
    • Minor Damage Noted 20 pts
    • Critical/Risk of Collapse 0 pts

3. Forklifts & PIT (Powered Industrial Trucks) 8 items

  1. Are pre-shift inspections logged for all active equipment? Yes / No 30 pts
  2. Are forklift horns and backup alarms audible and functional? Yes / No 25 pts
  3. Are operators wearing seatbelts while the vehicle is in motion? Yes / No 40 pts
  4. Do drivers slow down and sound horns at all intersections? Yes / No 30 pts
  5. Is the battery charging area equipped with a working eyewash? Yes / No 35 pts
  6. Are propane tanks stored in a secured, outdoor cage? Yes / No 25 pts
  7. Are "Pedestrian Only" lanes clearly marked and respected? Yes / No 30 pts
  8. PIT Safety Behavior: Rating
    • Professional/Safe 30 pts
    • Aggressive/Speeding 15 pts
    • Unauthorized Usage 0 pts

4. Aisles & Housekeeping 6 items

  1. Are main transit aisles free of empty pallets and shrink-wrap? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Are trash cans emptied and not overflowing? Yes / No 10 pts
  3. Are "Slip/Trip" hazards (strapping, tape) removed from floor? Yes / No 25 pts
  4. Is the floor free of standing water or oil leaks? Yes / No 30 pts
  5. Are sweeping and cleaning logs current for the shift? Yes / No 15 pts
  6. Site Orderliness: Rating
    • Excellent/5S Standard 20 pts
    • Average/Cluttered 10 pts
    • Hazardous/Dirty 0 pts

5. Hazardous Materials & Fire Safety 7 items

  1. Are all flammable liquids stored in fire-rated cabinets? Yes / No 40 pts
  2. Is the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) binder accessible to all shifts? Yes / No 25 pts
  3. Are fire extinguishers unobstructed and within 75ft of travel? Yes / No 35 pts
  4. Are all "Emergency Exit" paths clear and doors unlocked? Yes / No 100 pts
  5. Are fire walls and curtains free of holes or breaches? Yes / No 30 pts
  6. Are "No Smoking" signs posted and enforced in all areas? Yes / No 20 pts
  7. Fire & Chemical Compliance: Rating
    • Fully Compliant 40 pts
    • Minor Storage Issues 20 pts
    • Critical Fire Risk 0 pts

6. Ergonomics & Manual Handling 6 items

  1. Are "Heavy Lift" labels used for items over 40 lbs? Yes / No 15 pts
  2. Are team-lift protocols followed for bulky items? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Are step-stools and rolling ladders in good repair? Yes / No 25 pts
  4. Is packing station height adjusted to reduce worker strain? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Are anti-fatigue mats provided at standing workstations? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Ergonomic Awareness: Rating
    • High 15 pts
    • Moderate 7 pts
    • Low/High Strain 0 pts

7. Electrical & Battery Maintenance 5 items

  1. Is a 3-foot clearance maintained around all electrical panels? Yes / No 40 pts
  2. Are battery cables free of fraying or corrosion? Yes / No 30 pts
  3. Are extension cords prohibited for permanent equipment? Yes / No 20 pts
  4. Are all emergency lights functional during a power test? Yes / No 25 pts
  5. Electrical Integrity: Rating
    • Safe/Code Compliant 25 pts
    • Blocked Panels 12 pts
    • Exposed Wires/Risk 0 pts

8. Administrative & Training 7 items

  1. Are "Authorized Personnel Only" signs on BOH doors? Yes / No 10 pts
  2. Has a safety "Toolbox Talk" been held this week? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Is the First Aid kit fully stocked and accessible? Yes / No 30 pts
  4. Are all staff wearing appropriate safety footwear? Yes / No 25 pts
  5. Are accident/incident forms available in the office? Yes / No 15 pts
  6. Documentation Status: Rating
    • Complete/Current 20 pts
    • Missing Records 10 pts
    • Non-Compliant 0 pts
  7. Auditor Final Summary & Critical Action Plan: 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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