Building Steward/Gemba Walk

Information

PREVIOUS INSPECTIONS:

Check previous inspection checklists, confirm corrective actions have been raised and resolved as planned.

Policy: Health, Safety and Sustainable Opportunity Policy - policy is displayed, up to date and signed by the relevant business leaders.
Cardinal Rules: up to date and signed by the relevant business leaders
Health and Safety Representative and committee member details are posted,up to date and accurate. Meeting minutes posted on notice boards and/or Intranet. Scheduled meetings are occurring.
Information in regards to workers compensation insurance and return-to-work coordinators is posted. Return-To-Work coordinator details are correct.
Check notice boards for regulatory and company required postings and information. Out of date postings are removed, regulatory postings are not obscured and notice board(s) are in well lit/conspicuous location.

Emergency Planning: Fire Wardens are nominated for each floor/zone. Wardens list, names and contact details are up to date.
Have emergency fire drills been conducted within 12 months of the previous tests. Are drills documented and reviewed?
First Aider lists and contact numbers are up to date.
Are First Aid kits available / appropriately stocked and equipped with biohazard bags, disposable gloves, CPR masks etc. Ensure First Aid kits and supplies do not include medications.
Where supplied, Automatic External Defibrillators (AED) are inspected/checked at least monthly. Verify battery indicator is currently showing GREEN/OK Status. Confirm local first aiders are trained in AED use.

Emergency exit diagrams and maps are posted showing the current location and paths to closest exit routes. Information is current and reflects the building layout?
Exterior doors operable and secure. Exterior windows secure. Exit routes are clear and free of obstructions. Aisle width consistently maintained and exit doors are operable from inside the building. Exit doors open and close freely without obstruction.
Emergency Exit signage are visible from work areas, aisle and walkways. Exit Signage lighting is functional.
Emergency lighting is present and unobstructed, so as to light the path to emergency exit points.
Fire extinguishers available, mounted on the wall, with sign posted above the extinguishers. Inspection tags are fitted to extinguishers, inspections have taken place in the past 6 months?
Potential fire/ignition sources are controlled:<br>No candles or open flames used or permitted, other heat sources are managed to prevent contact with combustibles?<br>Microwave ovens, toasters, food Warner's etc. are operated in designated kitchen areas?
Space heaters, personal heating devices are not used or permitted.

Walking surfaces clean, clear and free from hazards that could cause slips, trips or falls. Interior lighting inspected and adequate (including conference rooms, rest rooms, kitchen, foyer and work areas).
Indoor waste receptacles available and maintained. Kept clean and no apparent odours, contamination, staining etc.
Refrigerators and food preparation areas are clean.
Storage areas are neat and tidy. Materials and racks are secured to prevent tipping or falling. Racks are appropriate, not overloaded and labeled with loading/weight capacity. Storage maintained at least 450mm from sprinkler heads.
No obvious leaks or water intrusions from roof, plumbing or other sources. Ceiling tiles, carpets and floor surfaces are dry untainted and in good condition.

Kitchen appliances turned off and/ or unplugged when not in use.
Electrical outlets, power boards are in good condition, no evidence of overloading or 'daisy chaining' of power boards and extension leads. Electrical leads and appliances are tested and tagged, tag dates are current.
Clear access to electrical and communications panels is maintained (at least 1 metre from the front of the panel). Electrical panels are properly labeled.

Storage of chemicals, including inks, toners and cleaning products, is appropriate. No chemical spills or leaks evident. Chemical containers closed/sealed and labeled correctly. Where applicable, Flammable storage cabinets are in good condition, no storage on or around flammable storage cabinets.
Completed and up to date hazardous substances and dangerous goods registers are in place. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are available for all chemicals and substances kept. MSDS are less than 5 years old and contain local emergency contact details (I.e. not overseas!).