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ANU Workplace Inspection Program - Offices
OA. Office layout
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OA.1 The layout of work areas is suitable for tasks, including being able to sit and/or stand comfortably
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OA.2 There is sufficient area in which to work
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OA.3 Workstations are designed to facilitate the flow of work from start to finish without the need for the worker to rearrange equipment for each task
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OA.4 The potential for interruption of work is minimised
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OA.5 Appropriate mechanical handling equipment is provided, where required, e.g. trolleys, pallet jack, scissor lift.
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OA.6 Devices are in good condition and regularly maintained
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OA.7 Storage is adequate and well-designed for tools and equipment which are not in use
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OA.8 Unauthorised/aggressive persons can be prevented from entering the work area by a barrier, e.g. a reception desk, lockable door etc
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OA.9 Emergency contact information is available at every telephone
OB. Workstation
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OB.1 Workstation is set up appropriately.<br>Note. A workstation set up can be arranged through your local Occupational Strains Liaison Officer (OSLO). Additional details are at http://hr.anu.edu.au/staff-health-and-wellbeing/injury-prevention
OC. Office Chair (wheeled)
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OC.1 The chair has a stable five-point base
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OC.2 The chair is fully adjustable, if appropriate
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OC.3 The chair has adequate lumbar support
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OC.4 The chair is in good condition
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OC.5 The chair moves easily on floor surface
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OC.6 The chair is of appropriate size for the person and workstation
OD. Footrest
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OD.1 Footrests are available if required
OE. Desk/Benches
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OE.1 Work surfaces are adjustable to suit the height of each user or the appropriate<br>height
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OE.2 Work surfaces [desks, benches] are set up at the appropriate height:<br>- 680-20 mm for seated work<br>- 900-950 mm for standing work
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OE.3 There is sufficient room for the tasks carried out
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OE.4 Frequently used items are within the primary reach zone of the user
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OE.5 The work surface has useable, uncluttered space
OF. Computer Equipment
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OF.1 The computer screen is at arm's length from the user
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OF.2 The computer screen is at the correct height for the user
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OF.3 The computer screen is directly in front of the user
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OF.4 The computer screen is positioned to minimise glare
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OF.5 The position of the keyboard is correct for the current user
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OF.6 The keyboard is flat
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OF.7 The mouse is used at the same height as keyboard
OG. Access
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OG.1 There is clear access to the workstation
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OG.2 There is free space to a depth of 1m behind the workstation
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OG.3 There is adequate space at rear and side of chair to allow free unrestricted movement.
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OG.4 There is sufficient knee space
OH. Task Variety
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OH.1 Daily work has a variety of tasks that allow for job rotation
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OH.2 Rest periods can be taken between each task, e.g. five minutes rest/stretch breaks in each hour of work
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OH.3 Daily work variety allows for movement between postures during the course of the task, e.g. sit to stand or move around the work area
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OH.4 Repetitive muscle effort for lengthy periods of time is minimised
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OH.5 Repetitive strenuous application of muscular force is minimised
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OH.6 Staff members involved with manual handling tasks have attended training
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OH.7 Additional trained staff members are available if a team lift is required
OI. Electrical equipment
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OI.1 Staff receive basic electrical safety instruction (see Electrical Safety Brochure)
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OI.2 There are sufficient general purpose outlets (GPOs) for the equipment and appliances
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OI.3 All switches, plugs & GPOs are in good condition
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OI.4 Extension leads are only used for temporary, short-term power connections
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OI.5 Double adaptors & piggy-back plugs are not in use
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OI.6 Power boards with overload protection are used if sufficient GPOs are not available
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OI.7 Equipment and appliances, including cords and leads, are in good condition
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OI.8 Equipment and appliances are earthed or double insulated. Look for the double insulation symbol on the specification plate
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OI.9 Fittings are protected against external damage
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OI.10 Electrical equipment is tested at appropriate intervals and tagged
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OI.11 ‘Out of Service’ tags for faulty electrical equipment are available and used
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OI.12 Electrical switchboards are clear of obstruction
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OI.13 Where earth leakage protection (RCD) is supplied, it is tested regularly
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OI.14 Battery rechargers are smart chargers, i.e. turn off when charging is complete (Hazard Alert 2008)
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OI.15 Private electrical items have been inspected, tested and tagged or else have been removed from the University in accordance with the Electrical procedure
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IO.16 For non-DOI Uninterruptable Power Supply UPS - has the UPS been inspected, tested and monitored? Have the batteries (battery pack) been inspected (or replaced) in the last 2 years? Any UPS in storage must have the battery pack disconnected. (Hazard Alert 2012)
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