Argentina Ley 19587 Workplace Occupational Safety Inspection Checklist

Argentina's Ley 19587 de Higiene y Seguridad en el Trabajo and its implementing Decree 351/79 establish mandatory occupational safety and hygiene standards for all workplaces, requiring documented safety programs, hygiene services (SH), machine guarding, fire protection, and regular medical examinations. The SRT (Superintendencia de Riesgos del Trabajo) can fine employers up to AR$500,000 per violation and order closure of facilities presenting imminent risk to workers.

  • Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial
  • Frequency: Monthly
  • Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
  • Role: Responsable de Higiene y Seguridad / Profesional SH
  • Total Items: 20
  • Compliance: Ley 19587 Higiene y Seguridad, Decreto 351/79, Resolucion SRT 35/98

Ley 19587 Requisitos de Gestion

Core safety management requirements under Ley 19587 and Decree 351/79.

  • Servicio de Higiene y Seguridad a cargo de profesional habilitado (graduado en SH) con contrato y matricula vigente del Ministerio?
  • Programa de Prevencion de Riesgos documentado, aprobado por profesional SH, y comunicado a todos los trabajadores?
  • Examenes medicos preocupacionales, periodicos y de egreso realizados y registros disponibles para inspeccion?
  • Foto de la documentacion del Servicio SH y registro de examenes medicos disponibles en planta

Maquinas, Herramientas y Equipos

Machine guarding, equipment safety, and maintenance records.

  • Todas las maquinas con partes moviles, zonas de corte y transmisiones protegidas con guardas fijas en buen estado?
  • Plan de mantenimiento preventivo al dia para maquinas criticas, con registros de las ultimas intervenciones firmados por tecnico responsable?
  • Numero de maquinas con partes moviles en operacion durante este turno:
  • Foto de la maquina de mayor riesgo operativa hoy mostrando guardas y estado de mantenimiento

Proteccion contra Incendios

Fire extinguisher condition, emergency exits, and fire detection systems.

  • Todos los matafuegos con fecha de recarga vigente (maximo 1 ano), presurizacion correcta y accesorios completos?
  • Todas las salidas de emergencia senalizadas con iluminacion de emergencia, sin obstrucciones y puertas abriendo hacia afuera?
  • Numero de trabajadores con capacitacion en uso de matafuegos vigente del ultimo ano:
  • Foto de matafuegos con etiqueta de recarga visible y salida de emergencia senalizada

Orden, Higiene y Condiciones Ambientales

Housekeeping, lighting, noise, and general workplace conditions.

  • Areas de trabajo con orden y limpieza: pasillos libres, residuos clasificados, derrames controlados, y demarcaciones visibles?
  • Iluminacion medida en los puestos de trabajo con tarea de precision: dentro de los minimos del Decreto 351/79 (500 lux para trabajos finos)?
  • Nivel de ruido en area mas ruidosa medido hoy con sonometro (dB):
  • Foto del area de trabajo mostrando orden, iluminacion y condiciones generales

Corrective Actions and Sign-Off

Ley 19587 and SRT regulations require safety inspection records to be retained for 10 years. Records must be signed by the qualified SH professional and presented to SRT inspectors on demand. POPProbe auto-assigns corrective actions to team members, generates a signed PDF report instantly, and tracks compliance status across all locations. Start free, no credit card required.

  • List all deficiencies identified in this inspection:
  • Overall compliance status?
  • Corrective actions assigned to (name or department)?
  • Inspector digital signature and date:

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Why Use This Argentina Ley 19587 Workplace Occupational Safety Inspection Checklist?

This argentina ley 19587 workplace occupational safety inspection checklist helps manufacturing / industrial teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for responsable de higiene y seguridad / profesional sh professionals, this checklist covers 20 critical inspection points across 5 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.

Ensures compliance with Ley 19587 Higiene y Seguridad, Decreto 351/79, Resolucion SRT 35/98. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Argentina Ley 19587 Workplace Occupational Safety Inspection Checklist?

A Argentina Ley 19587 Workplace Occupational Safety Inspection Checklist is a standardized inspection form used by responsable de higiene y seguridad / profesional sh to ensure consistent manufacturing / industrial operations. It contains 27 inspection points organized into 5 sections. FREE Argentina Ley 19587 workplace safety checklist PDF. Higiene y Seguridad en el Trabajo SRT compliance inspection. Download FREE template now.

How often should I use this manufacturing / industrial checklist?

This checklist is designed to be completed monthly. Regular use ensures compliance with Ley 19587 Higiene y Seguridad and Decreto 351/79 and helps identify issues before they become problems.

Can I download this Argentina Ley 19587 Workplace Occupational Safety Inspection Checklist as a PDF?

Yes, you can download this checklist as a FREE PDF for printing or offline use. The checklist includes 27 fields across 5 sections and typically takes 45-60 minutes to complete.

What compliance standards does this checklist cover?

This checklist helps ensure compliance with Ley 19587 Higiene y Seguridad, Decreto 351/79, Resolucion SRT 35/98. Following these standards protects your organization and ensures best practices.

How do I complete this manufacturing / industrial inspection checklist?

Begin by completing the header fields for Facility / Location, Inspection Date, Inspector Name, and SRT Employer Registration Number. Work through each of the 5 sections, marking items Yes or No as applicable. Add notes for any issues found. Finally, complete the footer fields and add your signature. The entire process takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes.

What are the key sections in this manufacturing / industrial checklist?

This manufacturing / industrial checklist is organized into 5 key sections: Ley 19587 Requisitos de Gestion, Maquinas, Herramientas y Equipos, Proteccion contra Incendios, Orden, Higiene y Condiciones Ambientales, Corrective Actions and Sign-Off. Each section contains specific inspection points that responsable de higiene y seguridad / profesional sh must verify. The structured layout ensures nothing is missed during manufacturing / industrial inspections and makes the process efficient, typically taking 45-60 minutes to complete.

Who should use this Argentina Ley 19587 Workplace Occupational Safety Inspection Checklist?

This checklist is primarily designed for responsable de higiene y seguridad / profesional sh working in manufacturing / industrial operations. However, it is also valuable for quality assurance teams, safety officers, compliance managers, and supervisors who need to verify that manufacturing / industrial standards are being met. Organizations of all sizes can benefit from using this Argentina Ley 19587 Workplace Occupational Safety Inspection Checklist to maintain consistency and accountability.

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