Overview of Monthly Facility Inspection

• No holes in walls and ceilings
• Fire extinguishers up-to-date (see chart below)

  These must be checked annually. The tags must reflect an inspection has been performed in the calendar year.

• Aisles and exits maintain 42" clearance at all times
• Electrical panels must have 48" clearance all around
• Exit lighting marked

  Fire exits must be lit with a clearly defined lighted exit sign with battery backup. These units are powered from house power and should stay on at all times.

• Maintain a well-thought-out (and probably documented) fire exit plan
• Flammable materials kept off site or in flammable materials locker

  Flammable materials include oil-based paint, alcohols, white gas, etc. We don't really have any flammable materials to speak of at Free Geek.

• Don't daisy chain power cords

  This means that 1 extension cord to 1 power strip is acceptable, but 2 extension cords linked or 2 power strips linked isn't acceptable.

• No exposed electrical wiring

Personal Protective Equipment	OK	Deficiencies Noted	Action Taken
Proper Gloves for type of work
Eye protection
Hearing Protection (if required)

Housekeeping	OK	Deficiencies Noted	Action Taken
Floors clean, dry, free of defects, spills/puddles
Permanent aisles are clearly marked and clear of material
Stairs are clear of debris and in good repair
Permanent ladders are firmly attached and in good condition
Supply storage areas are neat and orderly
All doors function and lock properly
All exits and way of exits access are kept clear of debris
Cleaning supplies are readily available
Trash containers sufficient in number and not overflowing
Ladders stored properly when not in use & in good repair
Electrical panels kept closed and free of dirt and debris

Electrical Safety	OK	Deficiencies Noted	Action Taken
Permanent wiring, boxes, switches, outlets, and lights are secure and free from defects
Clear working space in front of electrical panels/breaker boxes are maintained at no less than 36 inches deep and 30 inches wide.
Wiring for extension cords, portable lights, and tools are free of cuts, kinks, wear – used properly and plugs intact.
Ground pins on electrical cords are in place, functional.
Temporary wiring (extension cords) is not used in place of permanent wiring.
Lighting is sufficient for all working areas and around service equipment, switchboards, and panel-boards.
Electrical circuit breakers are identified and labeled.

Fire Protection	OK	Deficiencies Noted	Action Taken
Exits are properly marked. ‘No Exits’ are marked. Properly lighted
Exits and aisles leading to exits are visible, clearly marked, kept clean and with a pathway at least 28” wide
Portable fire extinguishers are kept at their designated places at all times (accessible, mounted, charged, pinned, and sealed)

General Safety	OK	Deficiencies Noted	Action Taken
Rest rooms are clean and sanitary
Hand soap, warm water, and hand towels or other means of drying hands are available
Lunchrooms/break rooms are kept clean
First Aid supplies are available and maintained. No items are expired
Eyewash stations are clean, operable, and accessible
All company rules and regulatory postings are up
OSHA 300 Log is up to date.
Overhead doors and controls are in good working order
Ventilation system is functioning properly.
Lighting is adequate inside and outside the building