Retail Safety Checklist
FACILITY NAME:
DATE:
INSPECTOR'S NAME:
TITLE:
SLIP & FALL PREVENTION
YES NO
Non-slip matting placed in areas with wet floors
Non-slip mats in good condition and maintained on a regular basis
Drain lids fit securely and all drains and other floor openings adequately covered
Boxes, crates, electrical cords and other materials not cluttering walkways or stairways
Adequate lighting in the work area
Employees carrying supplies without blocking their vision
Warning signs placed in wet floor areas
Floors kept clean and dry
Employees wearing close-toed, slip-resistant shoes with shoe laces tied
CUT PREVENTION
YES NO
Employees cut away from their body and keep their thumbs and fingers out of the way of the cutting path
Brooms and dust pans used to pick up glass
Employees only use safety knives (Thumb protection and/or spring loaded blade)
CHEMICAL SAFETY
YES NO
Cleaning agents and other chemicals stored in proper containers with their lids sealed tight
Chemicals stored in a separate secured area and away from heat sources
SDS sheets available for all harmful chemicals and easily accessible
All chemical containers including cleaning bottles properly labeled
Employees wash their hands thoroughly after handling chemicals
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
YES NO
GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters) placed on electrical outlets near water sources
All electrical appliances and machinery properly grounded
Electrical outlets not overloaded
Electrical equipment free of frayed cords or missing prongs
Panel boxes are 36 inch clear, have doors closed, circuit spaces covered and each breaker is labeled
FIRST AID
YES NO
Emergency numbers posted throughout the workplace
First aid kit adequately supplied
STORAGE AREAS
YES NO
Floors clean, dry and in good condition
Aisles free of boxes or clutter
Electrical panels accessible and properly labeled
Products or supplies properly stored (Light items on top, arranged to avoid toppling.)
Shelving in good condition
Combustibles kept away from heat sources (Heating unit, hot water tank, electrical boxes, etc.)
Ladders in good condition and properly stored
Lights working properly
Items on shelves stored in a secure manner
Empty pallets are stored flat
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EXTERIOR (WALKWAYS AND PARKING LOT)
Sidewalks and curbs in good repair
Landscaping trimmed away from walks and to eliminate possible hiding places
Parking lot free of pot holes or tripping hazards
Dumpster area in good condition
Outside lights working properly
SAFE WORKING PRACTICES
Employees wearing proper footwear
Employees instructed in proper lifting techniques
Employees “practice” proper lifting techniques
Employees know where Safety Data Sheets are kept
Employees practice safe ladder usage
FIRE SAFETY
Extinguisher in place, accessible, and charged
Sprinkler heads are clear from combustion by at least 18”
Egress routes are clear and exits marked and unlocked
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE
Security cameras are operable and focused on registers, aisles, and exits
Measuring tape is affixed to door jam