Inspection Details

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  • Location

Housekeeping

  • Work areas clean/no trip hazards

  • Flooring covering in good condition

  • Uneven flooring (trip hazards)

  • Staircases handrails adequate

  • Adequate storage of materials to prevent items being stored on floor

  • Filing cabinets, cupboards, desks (stable to prevent falling over)

  • Light weight toys and books are stored above head height

  • Infection control and cleaning protocols in place to prevent exposure

  • Storage located clear of doors, corridors and frequently used passages

  • Rubbish removed regularly

  • Sharp corners, furniture/fittings do not create hazard

  • Area well ventilated and adequate temperature control

  • Toys and games are kept clear of walkways and regularly cleaned

  • Spill containment equipment available (e.g. mop and bucket, absorbent rags)

  • Daily pre-use checks by employees

  • Begging of day and end of day tiding and cleaning procedures in place

Work Area

  • Area/layout is suitable for task

  • Lighting suitable for task (natural and artificial)

  • Adequate chairs/seating appropriate for desk and worker

  • Workstation/desk set up ergonomically and suitable for task (adequate desk space, frequently used items store within close reach, and primary screen positioned directly in front of user)

  • Seating has suitable back support

  • Items stored safely on shelves, filling cabinets so as not to pose risk from falling

  • Under desk storage does not impact leg room or create a hazard

  • Doors fitted with hinge protectors and slow closing mechanisms

  • Restricted areas (e.g. Kitchen and office) has appropriate signage

  • Outdoor play areas can be observed from all sides of the enclosed section of the building

Amenities

  • Toilet/washing facilities clean and maintained

  • Rubbish bins/sanitary bins provided and emptied daily

  • Kitchen/eating facilities available and are clean and maintained

  • Facilities for food warming or refrigeration clean

  • Clean drinking water available and accessible

  • Other adequate facilities available e.g. personal storage

Electrical

  • All electrical equipment have current test tag

  • Power boards in use – no double adaptors

  • Power leads in good condition and off the floor or placed away from walkways

  • The use of extension leads is strongly discouraged

  • Power outlet covers in place

Emergency Management

  • Visitors sign in and sign out upon arrival and exit

  • Tag on each fire extinguisher checked in the last six months

  • Emergency plans displayed and clearly visible

  • Emergency plan reviewed and dated

  • Fire extinguishers not blocked and easily accessible

  • Extinguishers identification (round, red above extinguisher) and location signage (square, red at height) displayed and clearly visible from over 10m

  • Type of extinguisher appropriate for the location

  • Access and egress routes clear and unobstructed

  • Fire warden’s names displayed

  • Emergency evacuation drill/exercise conducted within 12 months

  • First aid kits available and stocked

  • First aid kit sign (white cross on green background) displayed and clearly visible from over 10m

  • Defibrillator sign (Green AED) displayed

  • Defibrillator pads in date

Manual Handling

  • Mechanical aids such as trolley are provided and used to assist with the movement of heavy items such as boxes

  • Heavy items are broken down into lighter loads

  • Heavy items are stored at waist height

  • Step ladder available to minimise tasks that require reaching above shoulder height

  • Adequate chairs are available for employees to interact with children at low levels

  • Changing tables are provided at a working height for nappy changes

Hazardous Chemical/Substance

  • Safety date sheets accessible (Current in the last 5 years)

  • Chemical labelled according to GHS standards (with chemical name and hazard class diamond)

  • Register of hazardous chemicals reflect the storage arrangement in place at the site

  • Flammable or combustible products are safe distance from all head sources and sparks (ignition sources)

  • Appropriate PPE such as rubber gloves are provided and worn

  • Spill containment in place (spill kit or bunding)

  • Locks installed on cabinets containing any hazardous material

Food Handling

  • Suitable food safety management system is in place, documented and records are kept up to date

  • Separate hand wash facilities are provided

  • Cold storage to be set below 5?

  • Employees instructed to wear appropriate PPE (gloves) when handling food

  • Food prepared and stored as per food guidelines and parents' request

  • Ventilation fan in good working order

  • Kitchen bench clean and free from clutter

Plant and Equipment

  • Area around equipment clean e.g. photocopies

  • Access to plant and equipment clear

  • Service and maintenance schedule

  • Equipment in good condition

  • Personnel trained to use equipment

  • All play equipment is regularly inspected by experienced and competent personnel with records kept

External Areas (Entrance and Exits)

  • Clear access from carparks and entrance areas

  • Suitable lighting outside direct vicinity

  • Carpark areas are maintained free from trip and fall hazards with regular monitoring

  • Carpark and delivery areas are regularly kept clear of litter and leaves

  • All carpark kerbs and steps are well maintained and marked where they present a risk of trips

  • Safety gates, doors and fencing is properly fitted around the area in accordance with industry requirements

  • The indoor and outdoor play areas can only be accessed by entering through a main entance/exit

Traffic Management

  • Suitable warning signs are displayed to help manage vehicles and pedestrian traffic? (e.g. speed limit, drivers directions (stop, give way), parking and delivery areas)

  • Designated pedestrian crossings and walkways in place

  • Parking bays clearly marked

  • Is signage and designated walkways in good condition (e.g. not visibly damaged, not faded and easy to read from a distance)

  • Exiting vehicles from car park can safely merge with road traffic

  • Pedestrian access for people with disability (e.g. wheelchairs)

  • Visitors and contractors report to front office/reception

  • Has a traffic management plan been developed, implemented and forms part of induction.

Working Outdoors

  • Head (hat) protection is provided and worn

  • Broad spectrum sun cream provided with a recommended minimum SPF

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