Production Line Readiness Checklist: Safety, Quality & Efficiency Audit
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Pre-Shift Safety Inspection
Verify equipment guards, emergency exits, and personal protective equipment availability.
Shift Start Time
Main Power Switch Location
Emergency Light Runtime (minutes)
PPE Availability (Check all that apply)
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Date
Working Emergency Exit Count
Any observed safety hazards?
Equipment & Machinery Assessment
Check for proper lubrication, functionality, and preventative maintenance compliance.
Machine ID Number
Last Lubrication Date
Operating Temperature (Celsius)
Guard Status (Secure/Compromised/N/A)
Noise Level (Normal/Elevated/Excessive)
Notes on Machine Performance
Photo/Video of Machine Condition (Optional)
Quality Control Procedures
Review and confirm adherence to quality standards and documentation processes.
Batch Number
Sample Size (Units)
Visual Inspection Result
Dimensional Measurement (mm)
Detailed Observation Notes
Adherence to SOP?
Supporting Photos/Documents
Material Handling & Inventory
Assess raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods storage and handling.
Raw Material Inventory Level (Units)
Work-in-Progress Inventory Count (Units)
Finished Goods Inventory Count (Units)
Material Storage Condition
Material Handling Equipment Status
Last Material Receiving Date
Notes on Material Condition or Handling Issues
Employee Training & Competency
Verify operator certifications, training records, and understanding of procedures.
Operator Certification Status
Last Training Date (Machine X)
Hours of Practical Training Completed (New Operator)
Training Modules Completed
Notes on Operator Performance/Training Needs
Supervisor Sign-off on Competency
Process Efficiency & Optimization
Evaluate cycle times, bottlenecks, and opportunities for process improvement.
Cycle Time (Current)
Cycle Time (Target)
Bottleneck Identification
Describe Bottleneck & Potential Solutions
Defect Rate (Current)
Areas for Improvement (Select All That Apply)
Date of Last Process Review
Emergency Preparedness
Confirm accessibility of emergency equipment, fire suppression systems, and evacuation plans.
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Date
Last Emergency Drill Date
Scheduled Emergency Alert System Test Time
Description of Emergency Procedures (brief)
Location of First Aid Kit
Emergency Contact List Updated?
Emergency Contact List (Upload)
Evacuation Route Signage Clear?
Environmental Compliance
Check for adherence to environmental regulations regarding waste disposal and emissions.
Waste Water Discharge pH Level (Units: pH)
Air Emissions - Particulate Matter (Units: mg/m³)
Waste Disposal Method
Last Waste Manifest Review Date
Hazardous Materials Stored On-Site
Notes on Environmental Concerns or Issues
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