New Small Business Checklist Free App from OSHA-NIOSH

The OSHA-NIOSH Small Business Checklist App is a free tool designed to help small businesses improve workplace safety and health. Developed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the app is based on the OSHA-NIOSH Small Business Safety and Health Handbook.

Key Features of the app:

1. Self-inspection checklists.
   1. These checklists help small businesses identify workplace hazards. They cover various topics such as safety and health programs, recordkeeping, electrical safety, ergonomics, fire protection, hazard communication, heat, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, forklifts, noise, confined spaces, personal protective equipment (PPE), respiratory protection, workplace violence, and young workers.
2. Customization
   1. Users can select their favorite checklists relevant to their business and add photos and comments to items within the checklists.
3. Saved information
   1. Information entered into the checklists is saved to the device and not sent to or collected by OSHA, NIOSH, or other government agencies.
4. Resource access
   1. The app includes OSHA and NIOSH web resources within the checklists.
       

Using the Checklists

1. Inspect Your Workplace
   1. Walk through your workplace and use the checklists to identify potential hazards.
2. Document Findings
   1. Use the app to take notes and photos of any hazards you find.
3. Access Resources
   1. The app provides links to OSHA and NIOSH resources for additional information on how to address the hazards.
       

Additional Tips

1. Regular Use
   1. Make it a habit to regularly use the checklists to ensure ongoing compliance with safety standards.

For additional information check Small Business Safety and Health Handbook (2021-120) | NIOSH | CDC
 

Download the iOS app here

Android Coming Soon