New Hire Safety Orientation Checklist
Free SAFEPATH resource
A strong onboarding process sets the tone for safe work. Use this checklist to document the core safety topics every new employee should receive before they begin independent work.
Core orientation topics
- Site rules and reporting expectations
- PPE requirements
- Emergency procedures and evacuation
- Hazard communication / SDS access
- Injury, near-miss, and hazard reporting
Job-specific review topics
- Department hazards
- Machine or equipment restrictions
- Authorized tasks vs. prohibited tasks
- LOTO awareness
- Forklift / pedestrian awareness
Documentation fields
- Employee name and start date
- Trainer / supervisor name
- Topics reviewed
- Employee questions
- Employee and trainer signatures
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