OSHA inspection checklist

Address violations immediately by documenting the issue with photos, assigning responsibility for correction, setting a deadline, and verifying completion. For serious hazards, consider temporarily restricting access to affected areas. Keep records of all corrective actions as evidence of your commitment to maintaining a safe workplace.

Review the template and identify sections most relevant to your operations. Add industry-specific items based on your workplace hazards, equipment, and processes. Reference OSHA’s industry-specific guidelines to ensure you’re addressing all applicable standards. The digital format allows you to adapt the checklist while maintaining its comprehensive structure.

Keep records of inspection dates, participants, identified hazards, corrective actions, completion dates, and follow-up verification. Include photos documenting both violations and corrections. Maintain training records, safety meeting minutes, and equipment maintenance logs that demonstrate your ongoing commitment to workplace safety compliance.

This checklist mirrors OSHA’s inspection methodology, familiarizing you with what inspectors look for. Regular self-inspections help identify and correct issues before they become violations. The documentation created provides evidence of your proactive safety efforts, which can positively influence an inspector’s perception of your safety culture.