The Warehouse is not only the storage space for your inventory but also contains numerous dangers. Keeping up with maintenance and safety protocols in a warehouse is crucial for the well-being of employees and visitors and the overall efficiency of operations. To help you create a comprehensive warehouse housekeeping audit checklist, here are some sample checklists you might consider including:
𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝗸𝘀:
✅ Heavy items are stored at waist height or bottom, as appropriate.
✅ Lighter items are stored on top shelves.
✅ Access to shelves, storage areas, and cupboards is not obstructed.
✅ Ramps are in place where trolleys go from one level to another.
✅ Workbenches and other work surfaces are at an excellent height to reduce poor posture.
✅ Reaching aids, such as hooks and tongs, are available.
𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗽𝘀. 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀:
✅ Floors, steps, stairs, and ramps have unbroken and slip-istant surfaces.
✅ Floors, steps, stairs, and ramps are free from obstructions that may lead to trips or falls.
✅ Walkways are free from storage or obstructions that may cause a person to trip or fall.
✅ Outside floor surfaces are maintained and free from potholes and other obstructions.
✅ Adequate drainage is in place in wet areas.
✅ Drains and plumbing are not leaking, causing slip hazards.
✅ Appropriate step ladders or safety steps are used.
✅ Handrails and guard rails are provided on stairs and ramps.
✅ Edge protection is provided where required.
✅ Safe Access is provided to areas such as mezzanine floors.
✅ Sufficient lighting has been provided.
𝗡𝗼𝗶𝘀𝗲:
✅ Control measures have been implemented to reduce the risk of injury due to noise, including providing personal hearing protection.
✅ Workers have received information and training concerning noise at the workplace.
I hope this information helps you.