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This PPE PPE construction compliance checklist template helps you verify if all workers have properly fitted protective equipment that meets compliance requirements. As an audit tool, it covers eye protection, respirators, electrical safety equipment, and more with specific questions designed to identify possible gaps.

Research found that 70% of fall incidents involved a lack of PPE. With proper documentation through this checklist, you can avoid costly violations while protecting your workers from hazards like corrosive materials and excessive noise, creating a safer construction environment for everyone on site.

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Audit

If the necessity for PPE is identified, are employers providing employees with correctly-fitted equipment?

PPE Inspection

Are protective goggles or face shields given and used where there is a hazard of flying particles or corrosive elements?

Are your workplaces frequently checked for the requirement for PPE?

Are protecting gloves, aprons, shields, or other means given and needed where employees could be hurt or where there is possible exposure to acid liquids, chemicals, blood or other possibly infectious materials?

Have the workers in the critical areas been trained on OSHA PPE standards? (Using what things, in what situations, as well as when and how to use it and correctly adjust it)

Are workers who wear remedial lenses (glasses or contacts) on worksites with dangerous exposures needed to wear only certified safety glasses, protective goggles, or use other medically accepted precautionary procedures?

Is ear protection implemented in areas where sound levels pass those of the OSHA noise standard?

Are certified safety glasses needed to be used at all times in workplaces that pose a hazard of eye punctures, abrasions, contusions, or burns?

Is proper foot protection needed where there is the hazard of foot injuries from hot, corrosive, toxic substances, falling objects, crushing or penetrating damages?

Are certified respirators given for regular or emergency use where required?

Is all PPE sustained in a sanitary state and ready for use?

Is required special equipment in place for electrical operators?

Are hard hats examined regularly for damage to the shell and suspension system?

Are food and beverages consumed in places with no dangerous exposure to poisonous materials, blood or other infectious substances?

Are there proper safe work procedures in place for disposing of or decontaminating PPE after dangerous exposure?

Are eyewash facilities and quick drench showers in place within the worksites where workers are exposed to hazardous corrosive materials?

Are safe work methods and PPE implemented and used when wiping up spilt toxic or dangerous materials and liquids?

Recommendations

Do you have any further recommendations?

Completion

Name and signature of inspector:

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Frequently asked questions

What should I do if I find non-compliance issues using this checklist?

Address non-compliance immediately by removing affected workers from hazardous areas, providing proper PPE, and documenting corrective actions taken. Conduct targeted training on proper PPE usage for the specific issue identified. Follow up within 24-48 hours to verify the problem has been resolved and document this verification.

Who is responsible for completing the PPE construction compliance checklist?

The site safety manager typically completes this checklist, but responsibility can vary based on your company structure. Some organizations rotate this duty among qualified supervisors. Regardless of who completes it, the checklist should be reviewed by someone with authority to implement immediate corrective actions.

What documentation should I keep with completed PPE checklists?

Save completed checklists as well as records of corrective actions taken, employee training documentation, and equipment inspection logs. Keep photos of compliant and non-compliant situations for reference. This comprehensive documentation package provides evidence of your safety program’s effectiveness and can be crucial during regulatory inspections.

How can I use this checklist to improve worker participation in PPE compliance?

Involve workers when completing the checklist by asking for their input on comfort, fit, and effectiveness of their PPE. Share positive findings and improvements made based on previous inspections. This collaborative approach increases buy-in and helps workers understand that PPE requirements exist for their protection rather than just regulatory compliance.

This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.