Machine Safety Audit Checklist: Manufacturing Workplace Risk Assessment
Ensure a safe and compliant manufacturing environment. This comprehensive Machine Safety Audit Checklist helps identify and mitigate workplace risks, ensuring equipment safeguards are in place and OSHA standards are met. Proactively prevent accidents and maintain operational efficiency.
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Machine Identification & Documentation
Verify machine details, manuals, safety labels, and relevant documentation are present and up-to-date.
Machine Name/Model
Machine Serial Number
Date of Last Manual Update
Manual Location (Physical/Digital)
Upload a copy of the Machine Manual (if available)
Is a Safety Risk Assessment available for this machine?
Risk Assessment Document Number (if applicable)
Guards & Safety Devices
Inspect all guards, interlocks, light curtains, emergency stops, and other safety devices for proper function and condition.
Guard Condition (Overall)
Interlock Functionality
Light Curtain Sensor Count (if applicable)
Emergency Stop Button Condition
Description of any Guard Damage or Modifications
Emergency Stop Circuit Test Result (Pass/Fail)
Photo Evidence of Guard Condition (if applicable)
Lockout/Tagout Procedures
Evaluate the effectiveness of lockout/tagout procedures and training for maintenance and repair activities.
Describe the current Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedure for this machine.
Number of employees trained on LOTO for this machine in the past year.
Date of last LOTO procedure review and update.
Which of the following LOTO steps are included in the procedure?
Upload a copy of the machine-specific LOTO procedure document.
Is the LOTO procedure clearly posted near the machine?
Typical time required to complete LOTO procedure (estimated).
Signature of person verifying LOTO procedure.
Emergency Stop Functionality
Test emergency stop buttons and circuits to ensure they immediately halt machine operation.
Time of Emergency Stop Test
Time to Stop (seconds)
E-Stop Button Condition
Circuit Functionality
Notes/Observations (if any issues detected)
Technician Signature (Confirmation of Test)
Operator Training & Competency
Assess operator training records and evaluate operator competency in safe machine operation.
Operator Training Hours Completed
Training Modules Covered
Date of Last Training Session
Topics Covered in Training (Select all that apply)
Summary of Training Content
Assessment Type
Assessment Score (if applicable)
Operator Signature
Workplace Layout & Accessibility
Evaluate the layout around the machine to ensure adequate space, lighting, and accessibility for safe operation and maintenance.
Minimum Safe Distance from Machine (Feet)
Adequate Lighting Present?
Clear Pathways Around Machine?
Describe Any Obstructions or Hazards
Sufficient Space for Maintenance?
Record Location of Machine for Reference
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Confirm that appropriate PPE is available, used, and maintained as required.
Required PPE for Machine Operation
Quantity of Safety Glasses Available
Quantity of Hearing Protection Available
Comments/Observations Regarding PPE Condition
Last PPE Inspection/Replacement Date
Machine-Specific Hazards
Identify and assess hazards specific to this machine (e.g., pinch points, flying debris, noise levels).
Describe any potential pinch points or entanglement hazards.
Record the noise level (dB) at the operator's position.
Select any airborne contaminants present during operation.
Record operating temperature range (Celsius/Fahrenheit).
Describe any potential for projectile hazards or flying debris.
Severity of electrical hazards?
Upload photos or videos of identified hazards.
Regular Inspections & Maintenance
Review the schedule and records of regular machine inspections and preventative maintenance.
Date of Last Inspection
Inspection Interval (days/weeks/months)
Type of Maintenance Performed
Details of Maintenance Activities
Lubricant Level (if applicable)
Condition of Filters (if applicable)
Date of Next Scheduled Maintenance
Maintenance Start Time
Corrective Actions & Follow-Up
Evaluate the system for tracking and resolving identified safety concerns and verifying corrective actions.
Severity Rating (1-5)
Detailed Description of Corrective Action Required
Target Completion Date
Responsible Party
Notes/Comments
Status
Actual Completion Date
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