Water & Wastewater Utility Operations Safety Checklist #23

This checklist supports safe and compliant operation of water and wastewater utilities. It helps operators verify treatment processes, chemical handling, confined space controls, electrical safety, environmental compliance, and emergency response aligned with EPA, OSHA, and AWWA guidance.

Industry: Energy / Utilities / Infrastructure
Frequency: Daily (each shift)
Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
Role: Utility Operations Supervisor / Plant Manager
Total Items: 35
Compliance: EPA Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), EPA Clean Water Act (CWA), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 Hazard Communication, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 Permit-Required Confined Spaces, AWWA Utility Management Standards

Treatment Process Control

Verify treatment processes are operating within parameters.

Process parameters within limits?
Process alarms functional and acknowledged?
Operational logs complete and current?
Photo of treatment process area
Treatment notes

Chemical Handling & Storage

Confirm safe chemical management.

Safety Data Sheets available?
Chemicals stored and labeled properly?
Spill containment and eyewash available?
Photo of chemical storage
Chemical handling notes

Electrical Safety & LOTO

Verify electrical safety controls.

LOTO applied during maintenance?
Electrical panels labeled and closed?
Grounding/bonding intact?
Photo of electrical panel
Electrical notes

Confined Space Entry

Ensure confined space controls are followed.

Confined spaces identified?
Entry permits completed when required?
Atmospheric monitoring conducted?
Photo of confined space signage
Confined space notes

Environmental Compliance

Verify environmental controls and reporting.

Permits current and available?
Sampling conducted per schedule?
Discharge controls functioning?
Photo of outfall or sampling point
Environmental notes

Emergency Response

Assess emergency preparedness.

Emergency plan current and known?
Backup power available and tested?
Emergency communications tested?
Photo of generator or emergency equipment
Emergency notes

Incident Reporting & QAPI

Log incidents and corrective actions.

Incidents and near misses logged?
Root cause analysis completed?
Corrective actions tracked?
Photo evidence (if applicable)
Incident notes

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Why Use This Water & Wastewater Utility Operations Safety Checklist #23?

This water & wastewater utility operations safety checklist #23 helps energy / utilities / infrastructure teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for utility operations supervisor / plant manager professionals, this checklist covers 35 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: daily (each shift).

Ensures compliance with EPA Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), EPA Clean Water Act (CWA), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 Hazard Communication, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 Permit-Required Confined Spaces, AWWA Utility Management Standards, NFPA 820 Fire Protection in Wastewater Treatment Facilities. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Water & Wastewater Utility Operations Safety Checklist #23 cover?

This checklist covers 35 inspection items across 7 sections: Treatment Process Control, Chemical Handling & Storage, Electrical Safety & LOTO, Confined Space Entry, Environmental Compliance, Emergency Response, Incident Reporting & QAPI. It is designed for energy / utilities / infrastructure operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily (each shift). Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.

Who should use this Water & Wastewater Utility Operations Safety Checklist #23?

This checklist is designed for Utility Operations Supervisor / Plant Manager professionals in the energy / utilities / infrastructure industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.