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- Training. I enjoy teaching.
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- Being on the floor. I enjoy helping people solve safety challenges.
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October 22, 2008

Inspection date ______________________ Inspected by ______________________

Topic	Yes	No	Comments
Floors clean and free of water, mud, ice, grease, oil, waste and clutter
Leaks and spills cleaned up promptly
Traffic areas clear and free of obstacles such as cords, air hoses or boxes
Exits and stairs clearly marked
Garbage cans used and emptied regularly
Unused materials disposed of or stored safely (not allowed to accumulate in out-of-the-way places)
Stored materials safely stacked, correctly labeled and in proper order
Stairways and doorways kept clear and well-lighted
Oily rags stowed in approved covered metal cans
Hazardous materials kept in clearly and correctly labeled authorized containers, away from sources of ignition and other hazards
Flammable materials stored away from sources of ignition
Machines and tools kept clean, free of oil and dust and properly maintained
Tools cleaned and put away right after use
Work stations left clean at the end of each shift
Equipment and other surfaces checked for jagged edges, rough surfaces, dangerous nails and hooks (all of which could cause cuts, puncture wounds or eye injuries)
Chairs and stools correctly placed to prevent tripping accidents
Chairs in good repair
Drawers and cabinet doors kept closed to prevent both tipping and tripping accidents
Smoking done only in designated areas, and ashtrays used
Lunch areas clean and lunch scraps disposed of properly
Washrooms clean and dry

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