TYPE OF WORK PLACE INSPECTION
By Faudzil Harun
Workplace inspection can be defined
as that monitoring function conducted in the place of work to locate and report
existing and potential hazards which has the capacity to cause accidents in the
workplace.
Common types of workplace inspections are :
1. Walk Through Inspection (Continuous On-Going Inspection)
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Conducted by manager, supervisor, shift leader, foreman and workers.
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Noting an apparent or potential unsafe condition or unsafe acts,
correcting it immediately or reporting it for
corrective actions.
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Inspecting of safety guards, two hand control, scaffolds, elevator wire
ropes (cables), fire hose, fire extinguisher,
fire control room, fire alarm
system, fire fighting system, emergency eye wash/shower
station
emergency lights and other items that are on for safety and first aid.
2.
Periodic Inspection
● Scheduled inspection made at regular
intervals.
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Inspection may be of the entire plant, a specific area, a specific
operation, or a specific type of equipment.
3.
Intermittent Inspection
● Include those inspections scheduled to be
made at regular intervals.
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Sometimes the need for inspection is indicated by accident and
analysis.
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When construction or remodeling is going on.
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When new process or equipment is introduced.
4.
General Inspection
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A planned inspection of places which do not receive periodic inspection,
or those areas where “no one ever visit” and
“where no one ever gets
hurt”.
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Includes parking lots, sidewalks, fencing and similar outlying regions
and “out of the way” hazards which are usually
located overhead and
difficult to spot.
5.
Executive Inspection
● Senior management safety tour.
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Focus on broader aspects of OSH issues, including standard setting.
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Demonstrate commitment to OSH management.
Important
Safety Points :
● Safety conditions change after dark,
when illumination is artificial.
● When a workplace has more than one
shift, it is important that inspections
be performed at night to make sure adequate
illumination is provided.
● Worker’s alertness at night may be
affected by the surrounding conditions.
● Inspecting committee must consider
worker’s alertness in isolated area and
confined space.
● Inspecting committee must wear appropriate
PPE when conducting
inspection activity.