BISR- Inspection Checklist

• Site conducted

  Select

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

General Office Areas

• Are floor surface clean, dry and free from debris?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are carpets well secured and free from worn or frayed spots?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are aisles and doorways free of objects to permit unobstructed visibility and/or exit?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are file cabinet and storage closets placed so that drawers and doors do not open into aisles?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency exits marked and free from obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an Emergency Evacuation Plan and do workers know where it is located?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are phone lines, electrical cords and extension cords secured under desks or along baseboards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are chairs and desks adjustable and in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are heavy items, e.g paper, stored on lower and middle shelves of storage cabinets?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Staff Room

• Does the room have enough seats/sofas for staff?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there clean and hygienic facilities for making hot drinks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does it have accessible fire extinguisher and is on sight?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Standard Classroom

Fire Safety

• Are legible fire exit and route signs in appropriate locations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an Emergency Evacuation Plan on display?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ceilings or exit doors free of combustible material such as artwork, posters, paper etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Where there is an EXIT door, is there a clear path through the classroom furniture?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical

• Are electrical appliances, outlets, cover plates and wall switches secure and undamaged?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are extension cords wire, in good condition and appropriately situated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General

• Do windows open easily and stay open according to their design?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is air quality, temperature and ventilation acceptable to meet applicable standards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ventilation and heating ducts kept unobstructed by books, paper etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the ceiling, walls and floor free from water leaks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are floor tiles or carpeting securely fastened to reduce trip hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are floor free from slips, trips and fall hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are audio-visual screens and maps securely suspended using fittings designed for the purpose?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are shelves or shelving units firmly anchored to the wall? Storage of all items should follow the following guide: heavy objects on low shelves,

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are steps and porch surfaces in good repair with suitable anti-slip materials on the surfaces?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are guardrails and hand railings installed and secure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is lighting operating and adequate?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Computer Rooms

• Are all power cables secured, covered and not trailing?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the suitability and layout of computer rooms ensure that pupils have minimal problems with glare, heat and seating?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are safety rules prominently displayed? (e.g. Guidance on adjusting workstation and furniture for comfort, not eating and drinking at workstations, not moving computer equipment without seeking assistance ?

  Yes

  No

  N/A