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Young Worker Safety Orientation – CHECKLIST

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. ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________
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: __________________
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