Information
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Document No.
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Audit Title
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Client / Site
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
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Personnel
1.0 - Previous inspection
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1.1 - Has the last inspection been reviewed?
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1.2 - Have all outstanding actions been addressed?
2.0 - Staff Training
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2.1 - Is training of appropriate staff up-to-date?
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2.2 - Is training database up-to-date?
3.0 - Risk Assessment
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3.1 - Is risk assessment available for area?
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3.2 - Is assessment suitable and sufficient, and signed by assessor and other competent person?
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3.3 - Have all identified significant hazards been communicated effectively to those who could be affected?
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3.4 - Is assessment up to date?
4.0 - Safe Systems of Work
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4.1 - Have Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) been produced?
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4.2 - Have SSoW been reviewed in the last 12 months?
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4.3 - List equipment and processes covered by SSoW.
5.0 - Fire Prevention
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5.1 - Evacuation plan displayed and understood by all, staff and students?
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5.2 - Evacuation procedures discussed regularly?
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5.3 - Extinguishers in place, clearly marked for type of fire?
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5.4 - Extinguishers recently serviced (within 12 months)?
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5.5 - Extinguishers clear of obstructions?
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5.6 - Extinguisher location easily accessible?
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5.7 - Extinguisher signage displayed?
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5.8 - Adequate direction notices for fire exits?
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5.9 - Exit doors easily opened from inside?
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5.10 - Exits clear of obstructions?
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5.11 - Fire alarm system functioning correctly?
6.0 - General Lighting
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6.1 - Good natural lighting?
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6.2 - Reflected light from walls & ceilings not causing glare to employees?
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6.3 - Light fittings clean and in good condition?
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6.4 - Emergency exit lighting operational?
7.0 - Building Safety
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7.1 - Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?
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7.2 - Entrances and corridors tidy and clear of unnecessary clutter?
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7.3 - Stairways kept clear?
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7.4 - Are liquid spills removed quickly?
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7.5 - Are stairway railings in good condition?
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7.6 - Furniture in sound condition?
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7.7 - Loading area clean and tidy?
8.0 - Maintenance and Repair Areas
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8.1 - Clear of rubbish?
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8.2 - Tools not in use kept in place?
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8.3 - No damaged hand tools in use?
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8.4 - No damaged power tools in use?
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8.5 - Work height correct for the type of work and the employee?
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8.6 - No sharp edges?
9.0 - Rubbish Disposal and Removal
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9.1 - Bins located at suitable points around site?
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9.2 - Bins emptied regularly?
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9.3 - Are all specialist materials disposed of appropriately? (e.g. chemistry, glass, paint etc.)
10.0 - Storage Design and Use
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10.1 - Materials stored in racks and bins wherever possible?
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10.2 - Storage designed to minimise lifting problems?
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10.3 - Floors around racking clear of rubbish and clutter?
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10..4 - Good general condition of racking and shelving?
11.0 - Machines
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11.1 - Are they kept clean?
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11.2 - Are the floors around the machines kept clean?
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11.3 - Guards in good condition?
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11.4 - Starting and stopping devices within easy reach of operator?
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11.5 - Waste/off cuts removed and stored safely?
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11.6 - Drip pans on floor to prevent spillage?
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11.7 - Adequate work space?
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11.8 - Is lighting adequate?
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11.9 - Noise levels controlled?
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11.10 - No bending or stooping required?
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11.12 - Operators trained/inducted into the operation of the machines?
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11.13 - Is the training recorded?
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11.14 - Do operators comply with the training?
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11.15 - Are lockout procedures implemented and followed?
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11.16 - Are gas bottles secured?
12.0 - Electrical Safety
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12.1 - Safety switches installed?
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12.2 - Safety switches tested every 6 months and tests recorded?
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12.3 - No double adapters in use?
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12.4 - Portable equipment tested and labelled?
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12.5 - No broken plugs, sockets or switches?
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12.6 - No power leads across walkways?
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12.7 - No frayed or damaged leads?
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12.8 - No strained leads?
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12.9 - Portable power tools in good condition?
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12.10 - Where required are emergency shut-down procedures in place?
13.0 - Hazardous Substances (COSHH)
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13.1 - COSHH Register complete and available?
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13.2 - COSHH assessments completed for hazardous substances?
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13.3 - Material Safety Data Sheets available for all chemicals?
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13.4 - All containers labelled correctly?
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13.5 - Unused substances disposed of?
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13.6 - If special storage conditions apply, are they adhered to?
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13.7 - Staff trained in the handling and use of hazardous substances?
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13.8 - If required is PPE available?
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13.9 - Is adequate ventilation provided?
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13.10 - Are eye washes and showers easily accessed?
14.0 Ladders and Working Platforms (mobile and static)
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14.1 - Are all ladders appropriate for use?
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14.2 - Used according to instructions?
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14.3 - Are ladders in good condition?
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14.4 - Are all ladders, extension and step, appropriately stored to prevent unauthorised use?
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14.5 - Are ladders inspected prior to each use, and records of inspections maintained?
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14.6 - Are working platforms used when necessary?
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14.7 - Do all staff who use mobile platforms receive regular training, and do they possess current licences?
15.0 - First Aid Facilities
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15.1 - Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?
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15.2 - Are contents regularly checked?
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15.3 - No contents past their expiry date?
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15.4 - Cabinets clearly labelled?
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15.5 - Is there easy access to cabinets?
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15.6 - Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet?
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15.7 - Are first aid officers accessible?
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15.8 - Are emergency numbers displayed?
16.0 - Office Hazards
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16.1 - Condition of filing cabinets?
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16.2 - Condition of chairs? (Five star bases.)
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16.3 - Correct type chair castors for flooring type?
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16.4 - Desks in good condition? (No damage.)
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16.5 - Screen Based Equipment positioned to reduce glare from windows etc?
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16.6 - Photocopiers positioned to avoid fumes?
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16.7 - Air conditioning systems regularly maintained?
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16.8 - Stable non-slip floor coverings in good condition?
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16.9 - Adequate and appropriate shelving and storage in use?
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16.10 - Are Display Screen Equipment assessments undertaken, and significant findings shared?
17.0 - Additional Notes
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17.1 - General comments regarding this inspection.
Sign Off
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Subject area/course representative
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Inspector's signature
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Approximate Date for Follow Up Inspection
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Next full inspection due before...
