Information

  • Audit Title

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

1.0 - Previous inspection

  • 1.1 - Has the last inspection been reviewed?

  • 1.2 - Outstanding issues have been action end?

2.0 - Housekeeping

  • 2.1 - Work areas are free from rubbish and obstruction?

  • 2.2 - Combustable materials and other potential fire accelerants are stored appropriately?

  • 2.3 - Doors are fully functional?

  • 2.4 - Floor areas clean and swept?

  • 2.5 - Floors and aisles are cleared of rubbish, materials & equipment? (Used and unused)

  • 2.6 - Stock/material stored safely?

  • 2.7 - Good vision at corners?

  • 2.8 - Safety signs adequate and appropriately positioned?

3.0 - Hazardous Substances

  • 3.1 - Hazardous substances / chemicals are stored appropriately?

  • 3.2 - Containers are correctly labelled

  • 3.3 - The store has adequate ventilation?

  • 3.4 - Safety Data Sheets are available?

  • 3.5 - Chemical handling procedures are being followed?

  • 3.6 - Emergency equipment is available and functional? (Eg. Spill kit, first aid kit and safety shower)

  • 3.7 - Empty containers have been triple rinsed and stored?

  • 3.8 - The sump is empty?

  • 3.9 - Incompatible chemicals are separated or segregated?

  • 3.10 - Unused substances are disposed of?

  • 3.11 - If required PPE is available?

4.0 - Ramp and Landing

  • 4.1 - Ramp / handrails are in good repair?

  • 4.2 - Clear of obstructions

  • 4.3 - Adequate lighting? (natural or electric)

  • 4.4 - Non-slip treatments/treads are in good condition?

  • 4.5 - Area is clear of debris and spills?

  • 4.6 - Landings have even surfaces?

5.0 - Manual Handling

  • 5.1 - Mechanical aids adequate for current needs?

  • 5.2 - Manual handling risk assessment performed?

  • 5.3 - Manual handling controls implemented?

  • 5.4 - Work surfaces (desks, benches) are set up at the appropriate height?

  • 5.5 - Work height correct for the type of work and the employee?

  • 5.6 - Ergonomic hazards have been addressed? (no excessive bending or stooping is required)

  • 5.7 - Container size and weights are manageable for workers?

  • 5.8 - Manual aids are available for a lifting heavy loads

6.0 - Storage Areas

  • 6.1 - Stacks are stable?

  • 6.2 - Stack heights are correct?

  • 6.3 - Sufficient space for moving stock?

  • 6.4 - Shelves are free of rubbish?

  • 6.5 - Heavy items are stored at a convenient height?

  • 6.6 - Items stacked on shelves are safe? (free from the danger of falling objects)

  • 6.7 - Shelving and edges are safe? (free of sharp edges)

  • 6.8 - Safe means of accessing high shelves?

7.0 - Means of Egress

  • 7.1 - Exit doors are marked and clearly visible?

  • 7.2 - Exit doors can be opened from the inside?

8.0 - Compliance

  • 8.1 - Workers comply with SWMS?

  • 8.2 - Hazard control measures are in place?

  • 8.3 - Hazard control measures are effective?

  • 8.4 - Additional control measures are required?

9.0 - Miscellaneous

  • 9.1 - Chemical manifest and SDS's are up to date?

  • 9.2 - Workers trained and familiar with spill containment measures

  • 9.3 - Workers decant chemicals safely? ( manual handling, spillage issues when 20 ltr drums are full)

  • 9.4 - If required access to first aid kit and treatment is available?

  • 9.5 - Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  • 9.6 - Are emergency numbers displayed?

10. General observations / comments

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