Tension Grid and Catwalk Safety Inspection Checklist
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Grid & Catwalk Access and Fall Prevention
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Access is controlled and restricted to unauthorized personnel.
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Fall prevention or arrest systems are in place and functional on fixed ladders.
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Guardrails (top and mid rails) and toeboards are secure on all tension grids and catwalks.
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The gates/guards on ladder access openings are kept closed.
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Storage
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Counter weights are stacked below the top level of the toeboards.
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Counter weights are evenly distributed along the loading platform.
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Signs are present to warn against stacking counter weights higher than the top of the toeboards.
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Tension grids and catwalks are free of other stored items.
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Tension grid and catwalks are free of graffiti.
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Rigging Ropes, Cables, Chains, Hoists, and Winches
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Light and audio fixtures/equipment is secured to battens with secondary restraints.
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Rigging ropes and cables are in good condition and are routinely inspected by knowledgeable staff.
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Rigging ropes and cables are inspected every five years by knowledgeable outside agency.
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Hoists and beams are clearly labeled to indicate maximum capacities.
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Line set weight-capacity signs are present on the loading bridge.
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Personal Protective Equipment & Injury Prevention
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Personnel are using personal fall protection devices appropriately.
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Personnel are wearing hard hats with chin straps in head bump areas.
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Personnel have tied off their tools.
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Personnel are wearing other personal protective equipment as required for the work.
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Safety and warning signs are present; i.e., head bump, keep access gate closed, etc.
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Fire Prevention, Emergency Exits, Emergency Response
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Access is controlled and restricted to unauthorized personnel.
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Fall prevention or arrest systems are in place and functional on fixed ladders.
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Electrical Hazards
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Cords and plugs in good condition; no exposed or patched wires.
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Power cords are not wrapped around structural supports.
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Power cords and communication wires are well organized.
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Power cables are placed to the edges of catwalks and out of walking areas.