Heat Illness Prevention Program Checklist [FREE PDF]

Safety officers and supervisors use this checklist to implement heat illness prevention measures per OSHA's National Emphasis Program for heat illness and NIOSH criteria for a recommended standard on heat stress.

  • Industry: General Industry
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes
  • Role: Safety Officer
  • Total Items: 8
  • Compliance: OSHA Heat Illness NEP, NIOSH Heat Stress Criteria

Water, Shade & Rest

Verify provision of water, shade, and rest breaks for heat exposure.

  • Is cool potable water readily available and sufficient for all workers?
  • Is shade or climate-controlled rest area available when heat index exceeds action level?
  • Are mandatory rest breaks scheduled based on heat index and workload?
  • Water, shade, and rest notes

Monitoring & Emergency Response

Assess heat stress monitoring and emergency procedures.

  • Are new or returning workers following an acclimatization schedule?
  • Is a buddy system or regular check-in protocol in place for heat exposure days?
  • Are supervisors trained to recognize heat illness symptoms and initiate 911?
  • Monitoring and response notes

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Why Use This Heat Illness Prevention Program Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This heat illness prevention program checklist [free pdf] helps general industry teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for safety officer professionals, this checklist covers 8 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.

Ensures compliance with OSHA Heat Illness NEP, NIOSH Heat Stress Criteria. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Heat Illness Prevention Program Checklist [FREE PDF] cover?

This checklist covers 8 inspection items across 2 sections: Water, Shade & Rest, Monitoring & Emergency Response. It is designed for general industry operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 10-15 minutes.

Who should use this Heat Illness Prevention Program Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This checklist is designed for Safety Officer professionals in the general industry 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.

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