Bi-annual Workplace Inspection

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

Building & Precinct

• Do gutters appear to be clean, sound and working?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all drains clear of blockages?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the area clear of visual signs of water leaks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the building free of external wall cracking?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are roadway / pedestrian markings in car park or vehicle areas clearly visible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are speed limits posted in car parks or vehicle areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are external areas free of any trip hazards (pot holes, cracked or lifted sections of pavement)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are trees on grounds or near buildings in safe condition (e.g. storm damage, rotting branches)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all windows, doors and other possible points of entry able to be locked / secured easily, to prevent burglary?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are areas vulnerable to vandalism (e.g. Lights, windows, accessible and hidden walls) secured?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are areas of the building vulnerable to acts of arson (e.g. Access to combustibles like wheelie bins, cartons, wood) secured?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is access the underside of the building secured?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all fences and gates in good condition and are able to be secured?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the site Essential Services Manual up to date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Pest Control

• Are areas free of rodent activity (droppings, nests or other damage)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are areas free of bird activity (droppings, nests or other damage)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are areas free from other pest activity like spiders, cockroaches, wasps nests?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical Safety

• Are electrical plugs or outlets in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are electrical leads in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do portable electrical appliances / tools appear to be in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are extension leads covered to prevent trip hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do electrical items appear to be correctly tagged and dated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there portable residual current devices (RCD's) for electrical power tools etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there overload switches (RCD'S) on power boards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are power boards and power points safe and free from overloading?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Walkways, Stairs and Ladders

• Are floors clean, dry and free from slip / trip hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are walkways kept clear?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are stairs / ladders in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Lighting

• Does lighting appear adequate for work tasks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are lights & fittings working and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Chemicals

• Is there access to MSDS for all chemicals in the work area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are chemical containers clearly labelled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are flammable substances stored away from ignition sources?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate ventilation of the work area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a hazardous substances / dangerous goods register?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there emergency spill kits available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Emergency Management

• Is there a first aid kit / cabinet available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees aware of location of first aid kits?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a current list of first aid officers and emergency contact numbers displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the first aid kit / cabinet fully stocked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the contents within expiry dates?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency evacuation plans displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is an emergency procedures manual available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are staff aware of site emergency procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Machinery & Tools / Workshop Areas

• Are all tools in good condition and are stored appropriately?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all plant and equipment adequately guarded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is plant and equipment adequately maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency stop buttons within easy reach of operators?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate provision for storage & waste?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate work space around machinery?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is access to machinery controlled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are operators appropriately trained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do operators hold relevant certificates / licences?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are records of operator certificates / licences maintained (includes drivers licences)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is relevant PPE available and used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are gas cylinders restrained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there manual handling aids available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General Housekeeping

• Are work areas clear of rubbish and general clutter?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tools and equipment that are not in use stored appropriately?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are safety signs in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Office Safety

• Is furniture in good condition and appropriately used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are computer screens clear of glare or reflections?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there appropriate ventilation around photocopiers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are workstation ergonomics suitable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the floor coverings sound, no fraying, tears or trip hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are filing cabinet drawers kept closed when not in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are desks, tables or benches free from sharp edges?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Storage

• Are materials stored securely?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are heavy / regular use items stored between knee and shoulder height?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are storage racks / cupboards in sound condition and not overloaded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are stored items free from projections and sharp edges?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Amenities

• Are toilets available and clean?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are kitchens / lunchrooms available and clean?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is drinking water available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there washing facilities?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all plumbing sealed and leak free?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate workspace available for various tasks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are workplace temperatures adequately controlled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

OHS Noticeboards

• Is the OHS Directive displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are OHS committee members (HSR's and management reps) listed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are OHS committee meeting minutes available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are Incident and Hazard Report forms available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an "If you are injured" poster displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an OHS Issue Resolution Process flow chart displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the Emergency Response Extract displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there EAP leaflets available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are OHS performance statistics available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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