Title Page
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Site conducted
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
External Property and Grounds
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Is the access and egress onto the property clearly identifiable
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Pathways are free on any trip hazards, uneven surfaces.
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Powerlines not impacted by vegetation, handing low etc.
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Perimeter fencing or similar well maintained and secure.
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Steps, stairs, ramps, handrails are well maintained and secure.
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Trees, flora etc. well maintained and pose no hazards.
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Lawns and gardens are well maintained and pose no hazards.
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Guttering and drains well maintained and pose no hazards.
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Traffic Management in place (signage, speed, shared zones)
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Hose reels, watering systems and related equipment pose no hazards.
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Any signs of pest infestations
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General building condition - well maintained and pose no hazards
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Onsite security
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Are entrances to the building clearly visible from the street.
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Is the area surrounding the building free of vegetation or other hiding places
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Is there adequate lighting to see clearly outside the building.
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Are car parking areas secure. Under surveillance.
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Security cameras or closes circuit CCTV in place
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Panic buttons, duress and alarm systems in place and adequate
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Internal systems for warnings / help
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Security Mirrors in place
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Secured Entry Points. Can exit doors only be opened from inside to prevent unauthorised access.
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is there a 'buddy system' for when working with potentially dangerous/violent clients
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Are there additional security measures for those working before or after hours.
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Are workers provided with a safe place to have breaks, store personal belongings etc
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Visitor Management
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Is access to work areas only through a reception or restricted entry.
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From reception/entry points can staff clearly see people approaching the entry.
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Visitor /Client sign in and out management in place
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All clients/visitors supervised while on site.
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Are waiting areas free of items that can be used as weapons
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Are chairs and furniture positioned so staff can relocate quickly.
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Are there any other concerns raised with Visitor Management.
Office Environment
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Furniture is well maintained and in good/safe condition
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Desks and related equipment stable and suitable for work
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Furniture provided able to be ergonomically adjustable to suit
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Adequate lighting in place
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Noise levels are acceptable
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Materials are stored appropriately e.g. not on floor
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Good housekeeping practices used
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Sufficient space is provided around workstations, in meeting rooms so staff can move and work safety
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Any other concerns raised with office environment.
Electrical Safety
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Are adequate number of power outlets available
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Power outlets well maintained and in good working order
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Safety switches (RCDs) installed as required
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All power boards have an overload switch
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All items requiring electrical test and tag are current
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No double adaptors are in use
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No leads places where subject to damage
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No leads places in walkways e.g. potential trip hazards
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Emergency Management
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Emergency Management Plan and procedures in place
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Evacuation diagram / maps in place and current
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Alarm/warning system in place throughout workplace
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Emergency numbers are clearly displayed
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Entrances and exits are clearly identified
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Is emergency muster point in place and location known to all staff
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Are emergency drills conducted
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Fire Safety
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Access to all fire safety equipment is unobstructed
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Fire safety equipment is serviced and in date
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Fire extinguishers mounted on the wall, signs located above them, fully charged and accessible
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Fire doors and emergency exists clear of obstruction
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Any other fire related issues
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First Aid
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First aid arrangements are displayed, including name and location of first aid officer/s
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Appropriate first aid kits are available and easily accessible with signs clearly visible
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First aid room, sick bay or similar available and clean/tidy
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Emergency phone numbers on display
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First aid information on display
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Chemical Safety
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Chemical storerooms are locked and signs prohibiting unauthorised use
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SDS available for all chemicals on location
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All chemicals are stored correctly as per SDS information
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Chemicals are only stored in their correctly labelled container
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Only minimal quantities of chemicals are kept on site
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Spill kits readily available to control chemical spills
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Any other chemical related issues
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Manual Handling
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Is manual handling training conducted with all staff
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Adequate space for use of appropriate manual handing techniques or mechanical aids
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Manual handling observed in the workplace was conducted appropriately
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WHS Systems
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WHS Policy on display for all staff to see
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WHS procedures and related information available
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WHS noticeboards and information in place
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List of WHS related personnel on display for all to see
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Incident reporting understood and evidenced
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Risk assessments and related documents evidenced
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