Plant & Equipment Inspections
PPE Inspection Checklist
Periodic inspection of personal protective equipment issued to workers, including hard hats, eye and face protection, hearing protection, respirators, gloves, hi-vis and safety footwear. Use for monthly PPE checks or toolbox inspections.
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Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| INSPECTION DETAILS | ||
| Inspection Date | ___________________________ | |
| Site / Workplace | ___________________________ | |
| Worker Name / Crew Inspected | ___________________________ | |
| Inspected By | ___________________________ | |
| HEAD PROTECTION | ||
| Hard hat shell: no cracks, dents, chalking or UV fading | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Harness / cradle intact and adjusted | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Within manufacturer's service life (check date of manufacture) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Chin strap fitted where working at height or in wind | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| EYE & FACE PROTECTION | ||
| Safety glasses / goggles: lenses clear, not scratched or cracked | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Face shields / welding helmets: no damage, lenses replaced as needed | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Tinted lenses not used indoors or in low light | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| HEARING PROTECTION | ||
| Earmuffs: cushions soft, not cracked; headband tension adequate | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Disposable earplugs stocked and stored clean | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| RESPIRATORY PROTECTION | ||
| Respirator type suits the hazard (e.g. P2 for dust, correct gas cartridge) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Face seal, valves and straps undamaged | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Filters / cartridges in date and replaced on schedule | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Fit test current for tight-fitting respirators | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Respirators stored clean and sealed | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| HAND PROTECTION | ||
| Gloves suit the task (cut, chemical, heat, electrical) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| No holes, tears or chemical degradation | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| BODY PROTECTION | ||
| Hi-vis clothing: reflective tape intact, colour not faded | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Coveralls / FR clothing in good condition (where required) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Sun protection (long sleeves, brim, sunscreen) available | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| FOOTWEAR | ||
| Safety boots: toe cap intact, soles not worn smooth or split | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Boots suit the conditions (e.g. waterproof, chemical resistant) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| STORAGE & TRAINING | ||
| PPE stored clean, dry and away from sunlight and chemicals | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Workers trained in correct fit, use and limitations of PPE | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| PPE issue / replacement register up to date | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| DEFECTS & SIGN-OFF | ||
| PPE removed from service and replaced (list) | ___________________________ | |
| Further actions required | ___________________________ | |
| Inspector Signature | ___________________________ | |
| Worker Signature | ___________________________ | |