MODEL CHECKLIST
YOUNG WORKER SAFETY ORIENTATION
This checklist is a guideline for conducting a safety orientation for young workers. Once completed and signed by both the supervisor and the worker, it serves as documentation that a proper orientation has taken place.
Worker’s Name: _____________________________
Supervisor’s Name: __________________________
Date Worker Started: __________________________
Date of Orientation: ___________________________
Name of Person Giving the Orientation: ________________________________________________________
Place a check in each box to indicate that the topic has been covered.
Explanation of the company safety program, including:

Orientation

On-the-job training

Safety meetings

Incident investigation and reporting

Function of the safety committee (if there is one)
Personal Protective Equipment

Hard hats

Safety glasses

High visibility vests

Rubber gloves

Respiratory protective equipment

Other protective equipment specific to job
Lines of Communication and Responsibility for Reporting Incidents:

When to report an injury

How to report an injury

To whom an injury should be reported

Filing an incident report form

Reporting “near misses”
Review Hazards Specific to Job Duties

Physical hazards (ladders, electricity, repetitive work, hot oil, etc.)

Chemical hazards (cleaning chemicals, toxic substances, dust, paint, asbestos, etc.)

Biological hazards (bacteria, viruses, fungi, mold, insects, etc.)

Ergonomic hazards (work station design, lifting, repetitive movements, etc.)
First Aid Supplies, Equipment and Training

Obtaining first aid treatment

Location of first aid stations

Location and names of staff with first aid training
Emergency Plan

Exit locations and evacuation routes

Use of firefighting equipment (extinguisher, hose)

Specific procedures (medical, chemical, fire, etc.)
Vehicle Safety Check Procedure

Safety and speed regulations

Operating license appropriate for vehicle
Personal Work Habits

Inattention

Smoking policy

Good housekeeping practices

Filing an incident report form

Proper lifting techniques
Other Health and Safety Items
Add any other health and safety items the worker needs to know about your workplace, such as security procedures for working alone. You may need to provide education and training for these at another time.

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The signatures below are evidence that the topics contained in this checklist have been discussed to the satisfaction of the worker and supervisor. Signing indicates that both parties accept responsibility for maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
Supervisor’s Signature: _____________________________________
Worker’s Signature: ________________________________________
Date: __________________