Could you benefit from a Foundry Safety Audit?

Did you know that NFFS offers in-plant safety audits for non-ferrous foundries under its Foundry Safety Audit Program, available exclusively to NFFS members. The goal of this program is to provide an independent review of a foundry’s safety and health efforts against OSHA requirements and enforcement programs. It offers NFFS members the opportunity to participate in an actual in-plant mock OSHA safety audit to ensure their foundry is compliant with the regulations set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Upon enrollment, members will receive a list of written programs and record sets that will be inspected  during the visit. This information should be made available at the beginning of the assessment to ensure the required programs and records are properly documented and maintained. Participants also receive a copy of the audit inspection checklist used by the inspectors to ensure transparency and consistency during the audit and facility walk through.

A partial list of the information reviewed during the NFFS Safety Audit includes:

• Recordkeeping: Evaluation of recordkeeping for Hearing Conservation, Hazard Communication, Medical Access, Emergency Evacuation, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Spaces, Electrical Safety, Personal Protective Equipment, OSHA 300 logs and more;
• Medical surveillance requirements: Review of medical surveillance requirements for programs such as Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection Programs, Lead, and Silica, among others;
• Evaluation of all required written programs to ensure written documentation complies with OSHA requirements;

Based upon the results of the in-plant inspection, NFFS will provide a written report upon request detailing any significant nonconformances to 29CFR1910 regulations as well as opportunities to improve the effectiveness of the foundry’s safety and health programs. NFFS will provide personalized support and assistance to help the foundry address any identified concerns.

The Safety Audit Program costs approximately $2,000/day plus travel expenses for the audit team. The audit process can normally be completed in one day at most foundries. Larger facilities may require a second day depending on complexity and facility materials and process capabilities. Contact NFFS for an estimate of expense for your facility.

The Foundry Safety Audit Program is just one more example of how NFFS helps its members provide safe and healthy work environments for our industry’s workers, and underscores our commitment to workplace safety. By providing a robust safety audit program, NFFS aims to create safer work environments, protect employee’s well-being, and ensure compliance with Federal and State OSHA standards.

For a detailed explanation of the program, watch this introductory webinar held in September 2023.

If you have further questions or would like to schedule a safety audit at your foundry, contact NFFS Executive Director Jerrod Weaver.