After setting a record high for audit volume in 2018 and ‘19, OSHA is now reminding employers that they cannot retaliate against workers reporting unsafe conditions following Covid 19. Has OSHA audited your business yet this year?

Is the required OSHA Job Safety and Health Protection Poster displayed in a prominent location where all employees are likely to see it?

How many employees work at this location?

Are all tools and equipment (both company and employee owned) used at the workplace in good condition?

If any employees may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials, are you offering them the Hepatitis B vaccine at no cost?

Do you have first aid kits with the minimum required supplies that are available in case of an emergency?

Do you have all your fire extinguishers visually inspected monthly?

Are all exits kept free of obstructions?

Are steps slip-resistant?

Are non-slip safety feet provided on each metal or rung ladder, and are ladder rungs and steps free of grease and oil?

Are doors that are required to serve as exits designed and constructed so that the path of exit travel is obvious and direct?

Are all work areas properly illuminated?

Is there safe clearance for equipment through aisles and doorways?

Are employees aware of the potential hazards and trained in safe handling practices for situations involving various chemicals stored or used in the workplace such as acids, bases, caustics, epoxies, phenols, etc.?

Are employees instructed in proper first aid and other emergency procedures?

Are hazardous substances, blood and other potentially infectious materials, which may cause harm by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption contact, identified?

Do you have an emergency action plan that you also train all of your employees on?

If you have fire extinguishers onsite, do you train your employees on how to use them annually?

If you use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) do you train your employees in the proper usage, disposal and limitations?

Do you have 1 designated individual or employee assigned to be in charge of the implementation of your safety program including training, record keeping, certifications, and documentation?

Does your company support and foster a positive safety culture that allows employees to report near misses and good catches, as well as a platform to discuss safety concerns?

Do you have an injury investigation form that you use when an employee gets hurt to help find root causes and corrective actions?

Does your company take proactive approaches to safety through ergonomic evaluations to improve the safety of your workers?

Does your company take part in any active shooter training on an annual basis?

Do you have a current PCI compliance certificate?

Is your Payment Card Industry certificate posted in customer view?

What is an average month in credit card processing for the business?

Which payment method do you use?

Are you encouraging your employees to wear face masks?

Are you conducting daily health checks and monitoring temperature of employees?

Have you posted the CDC Covid 19 best practices in employee view?

Have you recently made an effort to improve workplace ventilation?

Have you conducted a hazard assessment of the workplace since returning?