Typical hazards
- Machinery and guarding
- Noise exposure
- Manual handling
- Hazardous chemicals
- Electrical and maintenance work
Common documents required
- Machine inspection records
- HIRA controls
- PPE issue records
- Incident reports
- Training matrix
Relevant training
HIRA, NOISETRAC, HAZCHEM, ELECTRAC, SUPERTRAC.
Relevant inspections
- Machine guarding
- Housekeeping
- Chemical storage
- PPE use
- Emergency equipment
Common audit evidence
Manufacturing sites benefit from practical inspection routines that connect findings to supervisors and maintenance actions.
What usually triggers the enquiry
- Audit findings around machinery, chemicals, maintenance or PPE need close-out.
- Supervisors need clearer inspection and incident controls.
- Training matrix gaps appear after role changes or incidents.
Documents commonly requested by clients
- Machine inspection records
- HIRA controls
- PPE issue records
- Incident reports
- Training matrix
Training matrix starter for this sector
| HIRA | Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment |
|---|---|
| NOISETRAC | Hearing Loss Prevention, Protection and Regulations |
| HAZCHEM | Work with Hazardous Chemicals and Regulations |
| ELECTRAC | Working Safely With Electricity |
| SUPERTRAC | Supervisory Management |
Inspection checklist for this sector
- Machine guarding
- Housekeeping
- Chemical storage
- PPE use
- Emergency equipment
Common audit failures
- Machine guarding issues not linked to corrective action.
- Maintenance work done without clear isolation controls.
- Noise, manual handling or chemical exposure records not reviewed.
- PPE issue records not matched to risk.
Recommended service bundle
Workplace inspection system, HIRA review, incident trend review and role-based training matrix.
Sector workflow
- Machinery guarding
- Lockout or isolation checks
- Maintenance work permits
- Noise exposure notes
- Manual handling controls
- Chemical storage
- PPE issue records
- Incident trend review
Related services
Workplace Inspections South Africa, OHS Compliance Audits and Legal Compliance Training are common starting points for this sector.