General workplace safety checklist
This general workplace safety checklist can be used for general building and office workplace environments. it includes items critical to safety and security of employees including: emergency equipment, unobstructed pathways (aisles & stairways) and adequate lighting in work areas.
What does this form include?
This form contains 13 sections:
Floors
- Is there loose material, debris, worn carpeting?
- Are the floors slippery, oily or wet?
Lighting
- Are lamp reflectors clean?
- Are bulbs missing?
- Are any areas dark?
Stairways and Aisles
- Are they clear and unblocked?
- Are stairways well lighted?
Inspector's reference: This is an example of unblocked stairways. You can also attach/take photos and
Emergency Equipment
- Is all fire control equipment regularly tested and certified?
- Is fire control equipment appropriate for the type of fire it must control?
- Is emergency lighting in place and regularly tested?
Sanitation
- Are washrooms and food preparation areas clean?
Are the following provided adequately?
Maintenance (outside and inside)
- Are doors and locks in good working order?
- Are ceiling tiles intact, undamaged and in place?
- Are there no signs of weather damage or mold growth in the facility?
- Are all windows unbroken and free from any type of damage?
- Do air conditioning vents and ducts appear to be clean upon visual inspection?
- Are outside lights in good working order?
- Does the exterior of the building present no safety concern?
- Is the parking lot area free of any safety concern? (i.e. overgrown landscaping, uneven pavement, traffic hazards)
General
- Are aisles, doorways and corners free of obstructions to permit visibility and movement?
- Are chairs in safe condition and are caster, rungs and legs sturdy?
- Are all equipment and supplies in their proper places?
- Is there adequate walking and egress clearance?
Security
- Do entry and exit procedures provide workers personal security at night?
- Are emergency (evacuation, fire, bomb threat, hostile person) procedures in place?
Additional recommendation
Full Name & Signature of Inspector
Use this template