Safety Inspection Audit
Safety Inspection Audit
Safety Inspection Audit is a systematic workplace evaluation to identify hazards, verify compliance with Factories Act 1948 and IS 14489:2018 standards, and ensure safe working conditions across all operations.
Scope of Work
Phase 1: Documentation Review
- Safety policy, risk assessments, incident records (3-5 years)
- Safety committee minutes and training records
- Statutory approvals (Factories Act, PESO, Boilers)
Phase 2: Comprehensive Workplace Inspection
Area | Key Checklist Items |
Machine Safety | Guarding (Sec 21), interlocks, E-stops |
Housekeeping | Spill control, clear walkways, waste segregation |
PPE Compliance | Usage rates, condition, training records |
Emergency Prep | First aid kits, fire drills, muster points |
Welfare Facilities | Toilets, canteen, rest areas (Sec 42-50) |
Phase 3: Process & Behavioral Audit
- Safe work permit system effectiveness
- Contractor safety management
- Toolbox talk implementation
- Near-miss reporting culture
Phase 4: Specialized Checks
- Confined space entry procedures
- Chemical storage and handling (MSDS)
- Crane/Lifting equipment inspection
- Electrical safety integration
Deliverables:
- Compliance scorecard (Factories Act Sections 11-50)
- 100+ checklist findings with photo evidence
- Critical/urgent/immediate action categorization
- Safety training gap analysis
Standards: Factories Act 1948, IS 14489:2018, Maharashtra Factories Rules Rule 73-L.
Frequency: Annual statutory requirement for factories >50 workers.