Checklist template

Manufacturing

A ready-to-use checklist with 88 items in 8 sections, covering 5S & Workspace Org, Machine Safety & Guarding, Quality Control & Testing, Chemicals & HazMat, Preventive Maintenance, Material Handling & Forklifts and more. Use it as-is in InspectLoop, or adapt it to your own standards in minutes.

  • 8 Sections
  • 88 Items
  • 72 Yes / No checks
  • 8 Scored ratings
  • 930 Points

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1. 5S & Workspace Org 11 items

  1. Are all tools stored in designated shadow boards or foam cutouts? Yes / No 10 pts
  2. Is the floor free of unnecessary items, scrap, and trash? Yes / No 10 pts
  3. Are aisles and walkways clearly marked with yellow floor tape? Yes / No 15 pts
  4. Are work instructions (SOPs) posted and legible at each station? Yes / No 10 pts
  5. Is the red-tag area for non-conforming items clearly defined? Yes / No 5 pts
  6. Are all storage racks labeled with weight capacities? Yes / No 5 pts
  7. Is the Cleaning Schedule signed off for the current shift? Yes / No 5 pts
  8. Are personal items kept in lockers and away from the line? Yes / No 5 pts
  9. Are waste bins emptied and correctly color-coded? Yes / No 5 pts
  10. General adherence to 5S standards: Rating
    • World Class 10 pts
    • Sustained 5 pts
    • Needs Reset 0 pts
  11. Auditor Name / Employee ID: Short text

2. Machine Safety & Guarding 11 items

  1. Are all machine guards in place and securely fastened? Yes / No 25 pts
  2. Are Emergency Stop (E-Stop) buttons accessible and functional? Yes / No 25 pts
  3. Is there no evidence of bypassed safety interlocks? Yes / No 25 pts
  4. Are light curtains clean and operational on robotic cells? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Is the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) station fully stocked? Yes / No 20 pts
  6. Are rotating shafts and belts completely enclosed? Yes / No 15 pts
  7. Are Point of Operation hazards clearly warned against? Yes / No 10 pts
  8. Is there adequate clearance around electrical panels? Yes / No 15 pts
  9. Are foot pedals guarded against accidental activation? Yes / No 10 pts
  10. Visual status of safety signage: Rating
    • Clear/Updated 5 pts
    • Faded/Missing 2 pts
    • Obstructed 0 pts
  11. Detail any required machine repairs: Comments

3. Quality Control & Testing 11 items

  1. Are calibrated measuring tools (calipers/micrometers) in date? Yes / No 15 pts
  2. Is the First Piece Inspection documented for this run? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Are non-conforming parts placed in locked scrap bins? Yes / No 15 pts
  4. Is the rework area organized and parts clearly labeled? Yes / No 10 pts
  5. Are statistical process control (SPC) charts being updated? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Is there a Gold Sample available at the inspection station? Yes / No 5 pts
  7. Are batch/lot numbers correctly recorded on travelers? Yes / No 10 pts
  8. Is the lighting at the inspection station at least 1000 lux? Yes / No 5 pts
  9. Are go/no-go gauges stored in protective cases? Yes / No 5 pts
  10. Product defect rate during current shift: Rating
    • Zero Defects 10 pts
    • Within Tolerance 5 pts
    • Over Threshold 0 pts
  11. Part Number currently being produced: Short text

4. Chemicals & HazMat 11 items

  1. Are all chemical containers labeled with GHS-compliant stickers? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Is the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) binder accessible digitally or in print? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Are flammable liquids stored in an approved yellow cabinet? Yes / No 20 pts
  4. Is the spill kit fully stocked and unobstructed? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Are secondary containment pallets free of leaks/liquids? Yes / No 15 pts
  6. Is eye wash station flow tested weekly and logged? Yes / No 10 pts
  7. Are hazardous waste drums closed with tight-fitting bungs? Yes / No 10 pts
  8. Is appropriate PPE (gloves/aprons) used during handling? Yes / No 15 pts
  9. Are gas cylinders chained and stored upright? Yes / No 15 pts
  10. Organization of chemical storage area: Rating
    • Highly Controlled 5 pts
    • Acceptable 2 pts
    • Unsafe Storage 0 pts
  11. Detail any missing SDS or labeling errors: Comments

5. Preventive Maintenance 11 items

  1. Are autonomous maintenance checklists completed by operators? Yes / No 10 pts
  2. Is there no evidence of oil leaks under hydraulic units? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Are air filters on control panels clean and free of dust? Yes / No 5 pts
  4. Are lubrication points marked and correctly greased? Yes / No 10 pts
  5. Is the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) board updated? Yes / No 5 pts
  6. Are conveyor belts free of fraying or tracking issues? Yes / No 10 pts
  7. Are spare parts (critical spares) in stock and labeled? Yes / No 10 pts
  8. Is the machine hour-meter reading recorded? Yes / No 5 pts
  9. Are cooling fans on motors functioning properly? Yes / No 5 pts
  10. Overall machine sound/vibration: Rating
    • Normal 10 pts
    • Unusual Noise 2 pts
    • Excessive Vibration 0 pts
  11. Temperature of the main motor casing (°C): Number

6. Material Handling & Forklifts 11 items

  1. Are forklift pre-shift inspection logs completed and signed? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Are all operators currently certified (license on file)? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Are pedestrians wearing high-visibility vests on the floor? Yes / No 15 pts
  4. Is the battery charging station ventilated and clean? Yes / No 10 pts
  5. Are racks free of forklift impact damage or bent beams? Yes / No 20 pts
  6. Are pallets in good condition (no broken boards)? Yes / No 5 pts
  7. Do all rolling carts have functional wheel locks? Yes / No 5 pts
  8. Is the dock plate free of debris and grease? Yes / No 5 pts
  9. Are overhead cranes/hoists inspected and tagged? Yes / No 15 pts
  10. Speed of material flow to the line: Rating
    • On-Time/Just-in-Time 10 pts
    • Minor Delay 5 pts
    • Line Stoppage Risk 0 pts
  11. Notes on warehouse or material handling efficiency: Comments

7. Environmental & PPE 11 items

  1. Is hearing protection being used in designated High-Noise zones? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Are safety glasses being worn at all times on the floor? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Is the shop temperature maintained within safety guidelines? Yes / No 5 pts
  4. Are dust collection systems functioning and filters clean? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Is the noise level within OSHA/regulatory limits? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Are steel-toed boots worn by all personnel in the plant? Yes / No 15 pts
  7. Is the air quality free of excessive fumes or smoke? Yes / No 15 pts
  8. Is the Scrap/Recycle stream properly sorted? Yes / No 5 pts
  9. Are welding curtains used to protect nearby workers? Yes / No 15 pts
  10. General plant lighting condition: Rating
    • Bright/All Bulbs On 5 pts
    • Partially Dark 2 pts
    • Needs Immediate Maintenance 0 pts
  11. Detail any PPE violations observed: Comments

8. Inventory & Logistics 11 items

  1. Are finished goods pallets shrink-wrapped and labeled? Yes / No 10 pts
  2. Is the shipping manifest accurate against physical counts? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Is raw material back-stock organized by part number? Yes / No 5 pts
  4. Are Kanban cards being used to trigger replenishment? Yes / No 10 pts
  5. Is the Inbound/Outbound staging area clear of debris? Yes / No 5 pts
  6. Are all fire exits in the warehouse unobstructed? Yes / No 20 pts
  7. Are dock doors closed and locked when not in use? Yes / No 10 pts
  8. Is the Shortage Report updated for the procurement team? Yes / No 5 pts
  9. Are first-aid kits in the warehouse stocked? Yes / No 10 pts
  10. Accuracy of the last WIP (Work in Progress) count: Rating
    • 100% Match 15 pts
    • 1-3 Variance 5 pts
    • Major Discrepancy 0 pts
  11. Final audit summary and process improvements: Comments

About this template

This checklist is part of the InspectLoop template library. Yes / No checks score 1 point when met; ratings score the points shown for each option. The overall score is the percentage of points earned, with N/A answers excluded. In InspectLoop you can add photos, assign corrective actions, require sign-off and compare results across sites.

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