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.

This Template was installed 5 times.

Machine Identification & Documentation

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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

2 of 10

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

3 of 10

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

4 of 10

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

5 of 10

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

6 of 10

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)

7 of 10

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

8 of 10

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

9 of 10

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

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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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