FOOT TRAFFIC AREA SAFETY CHECKLIST (SLIP/FALL PREVENTION)

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--- GENERAL AREA ASSESSMENT ---
[ ] Date of Assessment
[ ] Time of Assessment
[ ] Area Assessed (e.g., Main Entrance, Hallway A)
[ ] Overall Condition of Area (General Impression) (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)
[ ] General Observations (Describe any immediately noticeable hazards or concerns)
[ ] Potential Hazard Types Observed (Check all that apply) (Uneven Surfaces, Loose Flooring, Poor Lighting, Obstructions, Spill Residue, Weather Related (Rain/Snow/Ice))
[ ] Assessor Name
[ ] Assessor Signature

--- FLOOR SURFACE CONDITION ---
[ ] Overall Floor Surface Condition (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor, Unsafe)
[ ] Types of Damage Observed (check all that apply) (Cracks, Chips, Loose Tiles/Sections, Holes, Cusp/Wear, Stains, No Damage Observed)
[ ] Slip Resistance Rating (if known, per ASTM or similar standard)
[ ] Detailed Description of any observed surface issues or hazards.
[ ] Floor Cleaning Type (Neutral pH, Alkaline, Acidic, Specialized)
[ ] Upload Photos of Floor Surface

--- SPILL RESPONSE AND PREVENTION ---
[ ] Number of Spill Kits Available
[ ] Spill Kit Contents Checked & Restocked (Last Inspection) (Within Last Week, Within Last Month, More Than One Month Ago, Not Applicable)
[ ] Brief Description of Spill Response Plan (Summary)
[ ] Types of Spills Commonly Encountered (Water/Liquid, Oil/Grease, Chemicals, Food/Beverage, Other (Specify in Long Text))
[ ] Date of Last Spill Response Drill/Training
[ ] Describe any recent spill incidents and corrective actions taken.
[ ] Staff Trained in Spill Response Procedures? (Yes, No, In Progress)

--- WEATHER RELATED HAZARDS ---
[ ] Frequency of snow/ice removal checks (times per day)
[ ] Type of de-icing agent used: (Rock Salt, Calcium Chloride, Magnesium Chloride, Other (Specify in Long Text))
[ ] If 'Other' de-icing agent selected, please specify:
[ ] Date of last inspection of snow removal equipment:
[ ] Procedure for managing rainwater accumulation: (Drainage system inspected regularly, Floor mats used to absorb water, Other (Specify in Long Text))
[ ] If 'Other' rainwater management procedure selected, please specify:
[ ] Which areas are most vulnerable to weather-related hazards? (Entrances, Exterior walkways, Loading docks, Parking areas, Other (Specify in Long Text))
[ ] If 'Other' area selected, please specify:

--- LIGHTING ---
[ ] Minimum Lux Level Observed
[ ] Lighting Type (LED, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Halogen, Other)
[ ] Uniformity of Light Distribution? (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)
[ ] Details of any Shadows or Glare Issues
[ ] Are Emergency Lights Functional and Tested Regularly? (Yes, No, N/A)
[ ] Date of last lighting inspection/maintenance

--- MATS AND RUGS ---
[ ] Mat/Rug Condition (Excellent - No visible wear, Good - Minor wear and tear, Fair - Moderate wear, slight fraying, Poor - Significant wear, damaged)
[ ] Mat/Rug Securely Anchored? (Yes - Properly secured, No - Slipping or moving, N/A - Not applicable)
[ ] Mat/Rug Thickness (inches)
[ ] Notes on Mat/Rug Condition or Maintenance Needed
[ ] Material of Mat/Rug (Rubber, Cotton, Synthetic, Other)
[ ] Attach Photo of Mat/Rug (if needed)

--- SIGNAGE AND WARNINGS ---
[ ] Are 'Wet Floor' signs present where required? (Yes, No, N/A - No wet floor risk)
[ ] Are signs clearly visible and legible? (Yes, No, Partially Obscured)
[ ] Describe any deficiencies in signage or warning systems (e.g., missing signs, damaged signs, incorrect wording).
[ ] Are warning signs used for construction or repair areas? (Yes, No, N/A - No construction/repair)
[ ] Number of missing/damaged warning signs identified.
[ ] Upload a photo of any inadequate or missing signage.

--- MAINTENANCE AND DOCUMENTATION ---
[ ] Last Inspection Date
[ ] Inspection Frequency (Days)
[ ] Summary of Findings
[ ] Corrective Actions Required
[ ] Completion Date (Corrective Actions)
[ ] Details of Corrective Action Taken
[ ] Maintenance Provider (Internal Maintenance Team, External Contractor)
[ ] Supporting Documentation (Photos, Reports)

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