OSHA General Industry Compliance Checklist
This comprehensive OSHA general industry compliance checklist covers all major requirements under 29 CFR 1910. Use for self-inspections, internal audits, and preparation for OSHA inspections. Covers walking-working surfaces, electrical, machine guarding, hazard communication, and more.
- Industry: Manufacturing
- Frequency: Quarterly / Annually
- Estimated Time: 2-4 hours
- Role: Safety Manager / Compliance Officer
- Total Items: 40
- Compliance: OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (General Industry), OSHA 29 CFR 1904 (Recordkeeping)
Walking-Working Surfaces (Subpart D)
OSHA 1910.21-30 - Floors, platforms, stairs, ladders.
- Floors clean and dry (no slip hazards)?
- Aisles and passageways clear and marked?
- Floor openings guarded (covers, guardrails)?
- Stairs have handrails on both sides?
- Ladders in good condition and properly used?
- Elevated platforms have guardrails?
Means of Egress (Subpart E)
OSHA 1910.33-39 - Emergency exits and evacuation.
- All exits clearly marked with illuminated signs?
- Exit routes clear and unobstructed?
- Exit doors open outward and unlocked during work?
- Emergency lighting operational?
- Written evacuation plan posted?
Electrical (Subpart S)
OSHA 1910.301-399 - Electrical safety requirements.
- Electrical panels accessible (36" clearance)?
- Circuit breakers/fuses properly labeled?
- GFCIs used in wet locations?
- Extension cords in good condition (not permanent)?
- All junction boxes have cover plates?
- Equipment properly grounded?
Machine Guarding (Subpart O)
OSHA 1910.211-219 - Machinery and machine guarding.
- Point of operation guards installed?
- Guards securely attached and in good condition?
- Pinch points and nip points guarded?
- Rotating parts (belts, pulleys, gears) guarded?
- Emergency stop buttons accessible and functional?
Hazard Communication (1910.1200)
OSHA HazCom - Chemical hazard communication.
- Written HazCom program available?
- Safety Data Sheets accessible to all employees?
- All chemical containers properly labeled?
- Labels include GHS elements (pictograms, signal words)?
- Employees trained on chemical hazards?
Fire Protection (Subpart L)
OSHA 1910.155-165 - Fire protection and prevention.
- Fire extinguishers within 75 feet travel distance?
- Extinguishers inspected monthly (tags current)?
- Extinguishers unobstructed and mounted?
- 18" clearance below sprinkler heads?
- Fire exits clearly marked and unblocked?
Lockout/Tagout (1910.147)
Control of hazardous energy.
- Written LOTO program available?
- LOTO devices available for all energy sources?
- Authorized employees trained and documented?
- Annual LOTO procedure inspection completed?
Recordkeeping (29 CFR 1904)
OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping.
- OSHA 300 Log maintained and current?
- OSHA 300A Summary posted (Feb 1 - Apr 30)?
- OSHA 301 forms completed for each incident?
- Records retained for 5 years?
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Why Use This OSHA General Industry Compliance Checklist?
This osha general industry compliance checklist helps manufacturing teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for safety manager / compliance officer professionals, this checklist covers 40 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly / annually.
Ensures compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (General Industry), OSHA 29 CFR 1904 (Recordkeeping). Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the OSHA General Industry Compliance Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 40 inspection items across 8 sections: Walking-Working Surfaces (Subpart D), Means of Egress (Subpart E), Electrical (Subpart S), Machine Guarding (Subpart O), Hazard Communication (1910.1200), Fire Protection (Subpart L), Lockout/Tagout (1910.147), Recordkeeping (29 CFR 1904). It is designed for manufacturing operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed quarterly / annually. Each completion takes approximately 2-4 hours.
Who should use this OSHA General Industry Compliance Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Safety Manager / Compliance Officer professionals in the manufacturing 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.