OSHA-Aligned General Workplace Safety Checklist

A free, printable OSHA-aligned workplace safety inspection checklist: walking surfaces, exits, fire, PPE, HazCom, electrical, LOTO, machine guarding, first aid and records.

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This free osha-aligned general safety checklist has 39 yes/no/N-A items grouped into 9 sections, with space for notes and corrective actions. A general workplace safety inspection checklist for U. Print it, or run it in Check-It to score results and track corrective actions across sites.

A general workplace safety inspection checklist for U.S. general industry sites (offices, warehouses, shops and light industrial facilities). Each item references the OSHA 29 CFR 1910 standard it relates to so auditors can check the full requirement.

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How to use this checklist

Fill in the site, date and inspector details.
Walk the area and mark each item Yes, No or N/A.
For every "No," record the corrective action, an owner and a due date.
Calculate the score: Yes ÷ (Yes + No) × 100.
Follow up on open items before the next inspection, and compare scores over time.

The checklist

Site / area		Date
Inspector		Shift / time

Walking-working surfaces (1910 Subpart D)

#	Item	Yes	No	N/A
1	Floors are clean, dry and free of slip, trip and protruding-object hazards (1910.22).	☐	☐	☐
2	Aisles and passageways are kept clear and in good repair (1910.22).	☐	☐	☐
3	Open-sided floors, platforms and edges 4 ft or more above a lower level have fall protection (1910.28).	☐	☐	☐
4	Fixed and portable ladders are in good condition and used correctly (1910.23).	☐	☐	☐
5	Stairways with 4 or more risers have handrails/stair rails as required (1910.28–.29).	☐	☐	☐

Exit routes and emergency planning (1910.36–.39)

#	Item	Yes	No	N/A
6	Exit routes are unobstructed and exit doors open from the inside without keys or tools (1910.36–.37).	☐	☐	☐
7	Exits are marked with visible signs; doors that are not exits but could be mistaken for one are marked "Not an Exit" (1910.37).	☐	☐	☐
8	Exit route lighting is adequate (1910.37).	☐	☐	☐
9	A written or (for 10 or fewer employees) oral emergency action plan is in place and employees know it (1910.38).	☐	☐	☐
10	A fire prevention plan is in place where required (1910.39).	☐	☐	☐

Fire protection (1910 Subpart L)

#	Item	Yes	No	N/A
11	Portable fire extinguishers are mounted, accessible and identified (1910.157).	☐	☐	☐
12	Extinguishers have had monthly visual checks and an annual maintenance check, with records (1910.157(e)).	☐	☐	☐
13	Employees expected to use extinguishers have been trained (1910.157(g)).	☐	☐	☐
14	Sprinkler heads have required clearance; storage is not stacked too close (1910.159).	☐	☐	☐

Personal protective equipment (1910 Subpart I)

#	Item	Yes	No	N/A
15	A written hazard assessment for PPE has been certified (1910.132(d)).	☐	☐	☐
16	Required PPE is provided, in good condition and worn correctly.	☐	☐	☐
17	Employees have been trained on when and how to use PPE (1910.132(f)).	☐	☐	☐
18	Eye and face protection is used where there are flying particle, chemical or light hazards (1910.133).	☐	☐	☐

Hazard communication (1910.1200)

#	Item	Yes	No	N/A
19	A written hazard communication program is in place.	☐	☐	☐
20	Safety data sheets (SDS) are available for every hazardous chemical on site.	☐	☐	☐
21	Containers are labeled with product identifier and hazard information.	☐	☐	☐
22	Employees have been trained on chemical hazards in their work area.	☐	☐	☐

Electrical safety (1910 Subpart S)

#	Item	Yes	No	N/A
23	Electrical panels have clear working space and are not blocked (1910.303(g)).	☐	☐	☐
24	Breakers and disconnects are labeled (1910.303(f)).	☐	☐	☐
25	No damaged cords, missing covers or exposed live parts (1910.303, 1910.305).	☐	☐	☐
26	Extension cords are not used as a substitute for permanent wiring (1910.305(g)).	☐	☐	☐
27	GFCI protection is provided where required.	☐	☐	☐

Hazardous energy and machinery (1910.147, 1910.212)

#	Item	Yes	No	N/A
28	A written lockout/tagout (energy control) program and machine-specific procedures exist (1910.147(c)).	☐	☐	☐
29	Lockout/tagout devices are available and authorized employees are trained (1910.147(c)(7)).	☐	☐	☐
30	Periodic (at least annual) inspection of energy control procedures is documented (1910.147(c)(6)).	☐	☐	☐
31	Machine guards are in place and functional at points of operation, nip points and rotating parts (1910.212).	☐	☐	☐

Material handling and storage (1910.176, 1910.178)

#	Item	Yes	No	N/A
32	Materials are stacked and stored securely to prevent sliding or collapse (1910.176(b)).	☐	☐	☐
33	Powered industrial truck (forklift) operators are trained and evaluated (1910.178(l)).	☐	☐	☐
34	Forklifts are inspected before use, with defects reported and removed from service (1910.178(q)(7)).	☐	☐	☐

First aid, sanitation and records

#	Item	Yes	No	N/A
35	First-aid supplies are available and a trained person or nearby medical service is available (1910.151).	☐	☐	☐
36	Eyewash/shower facilities are provided where corrosive materials are used (1910.151(c)).	☐	☐	☐
37	Restrooms and washing facilities are clean and adequate (1910.141).	☐	☐	☐
38	The OSHA 300 log and 301 forms are maintained where required, and the 300A summary is posted Feb 1 – Apr 30 (29 CFR 1904).	☐	☐	☐
39	The OSHA "Job Safety and Health – It's the Law" poster is displayed (1903.2).	☐	☐	☐

Score: Yes ÷ (Yes + No) × 100 = ______ %. Items marked "No" need an owner and due date in the corrective-action column.

This checklist is a general aid based on commonly applicable U.S. OSHA requirements and good practice. It is not legal advice and is not a complete list of the requirements that apply to your workplace. Always check the current regulations (osha.gov/laws-regs) and your company, state and site-specific rules.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should this inspection be done?

Many organizations run it weekly or monthly per area, and after any significant change in equipment, process or layout. Follow your company policy and any frequency required by the applicable standards.

Can I edit this checklist?

Yes. Copy it, add your site-specific items and remove items that don't apply. In Check-It you can import it, add scoring and assign it to inspectors.

Does completing this checklist make us compliant?

No checklist guarantees compliance. It helps you inspect consistently and document findings; corrective actions and the full regulatory requirements still apply.

Is there a printable version?

Yes. Use the printable version, which fits on standard letter paper.

OSHA-Aligned General Workplace Safety Checklist

How to use this checklist

The checklist

Walking-working surfaces (1910 Subpart D)

Exit routes and emergency planning (1910.36–.39)

Fire protection (1910 Subpart L)

Personal protective equipment (1910 Subpart I)

Hazard communication (1910.1200)

Electrical safety (1910 Subpart S)

Hazardous energy and machinery (1910.147, 1910.212)

Material handling and storage (1910.176, 1910.178)

First aid, sanitation and records

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Frequently asked questions

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