BISR Classroom Risk Assessment

• School

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• Area

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• Classroom

• Conducted on

  Date

Previous inspection

• Has the last inspection been reviewed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there no outstanding actions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention

• Evacuation plan displayed and understood by all delegates?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extinguishers in place, clearly marked for type of fire?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extinguishers recently serviced? (Check 6 monthly punch mark on tabs.)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extinguishers clear of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extinguisher no more than 1200 mm max height & base not lower that 100 mm?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Indicator signs 2.1 m above floor level?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Adequate direction notices for fire exits?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exit doors easily opened from inside?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exits clear of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire alarm system functioning correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General Lighting

• The lighting is adequate for working safely

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Reflected light from walls & ceilings not causing glare to delegates?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Light fittings clean and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency exit lighting operable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Building Safety

• Floor surfaces even and uncluttered, maintained, in a safe condition, are suitable for the type of activities being conducted.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Entry and walkways kept clear?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Intersections kept clear of boxes etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Classroom area clean and tidy?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is sufficient space for each person to work safely.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Steps/stairs/ramps/risers are in a safe condition with non-slip surface, and secure handrails where needed.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Doors, windows, locks and latches are in good condition and in working order.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is adequate ventilation.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Walls and ceilings are safe and in good condition.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sink areas are clean and in good working order (ie no leaks) where required.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Furniture, Fixtures and Fittings

• Furniture in sound condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Light fittings/fixtures and ceiling fans are in good condition and working order.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hanging displays are not hazardous.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical Safety

• No double adapters in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical equipment is in good condition and portable equipment is tested and tagged as required.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No broken plugs, sockets or switches?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No power leads across walkways?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No frayed or damaged leads?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No strained leads?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All new power boards purchased will have an overload switch.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All areas have Residual Current Device (RCD) protection. (A Residual Current Device is a sensitive safety device that switches off the electricity within 10 to 50 milliseconds if there is an electrical fault. An RCD is is designed to protect against the risks of electrocution and fire caused by earth faults)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

First Aid Facilities

• Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are contents regularly checked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No contents past their expiry date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cabinets clearly labelled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there easy access to cabinets?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Delegates aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are first aid officers accessible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency numbers displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Office Hazards

• Condition of filing cabinets?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Condition of chairs? (Five star bases.)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Desks in good condition? (No damage.)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Screen Based Equipment positioned to reduce glare from windows etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Photocopiers positioned to avoid fumes?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Storage

• Flammable material is stored and handled in a safe manner.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Required resources and equipment are stored safely.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Free standing shelves/cupboards are secured to ensure stability.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage methods are used that will eliminate or minimize accidents. (heavy objects stored between mid-thigh and shoulder height)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hazardous Substances

• Current (within 5 years) material safety data sheets are readily available for hazardous substances.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hazardous substances are stored and labeled appropriately.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Vehicle Condition

• Schedule maintenance performed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Condition of tyres?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Brake performance?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lights? (Check operation of brake, indicator and reversing lights)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Condition of drivers seat?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Condition of other seats?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First aid kit supplied and adequate?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage provisions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A
Other

• Any other items not stated above?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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