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Workplace Housekeeping - Checklist for Workplace Housekeeping
What is an example of a Workplace Housekeeping Checklist?
DO:
Minimize fire hazards by keeping workplace free of accumulated combustible materials and waste.
Ensure that exits and aisles are clear of obstructions to allow easy evacuation of the building.
Place all trash and scrap in proper containers.
Keep oily rags in covered metal containers.
Dispose of hazardous materials in approved marked containers.
Store equipment and materials in their assigned location.
Clean air vents and filters to maintain ventilation efficiency.
Ensure that boxes, drums, and piles are located on a firm foundation and properly stacked.
Clean up tools and unused materials after finishing a job or before leaving the job site.
Clean up spills promptly according to procedures, using personal protective equipment (PPE) where necessary.
Report hazards such as uneven boards, cracks, burnt-out lights. Fix immediately.
Bundle hoses and cables when not in use.
Place empty containers and pallets in designated locations.
Dump small containers into larger ones.
Keep only enough combustible materials at job site for job at hand.
DO NOT:
Do not pile material around fire extinguishers, sprinklers, or emergency exits.
Do not leave clean-up to last few minutes of shift or day.
Do not clean equipment without "locking out."
Do not reach into waste containers. Dump contents or remove bag.
Do not blow off dust with compressed air. Use a vacuum or brush.
Do not collect broken glass and metal straps in plastic bags.
Do not use bare hands when collecting waste. Wear gloves to avoid cuts and splinters.
Do not place materials on stairs.
Do not use kegs or boxes as chairs or ladders.
Document last updated on June 23, 2008 Document confirmed current on June 12, 2018
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