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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
General: Outdoor
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Is access and egress onto the property clearly identifiable.
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Pathways clear of obstructions, slips and trips.
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All gates are closed.
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Are steps/stairs/ramps/handrails well maintained and secure.
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No unauthorised people on premises - visitors are signed in.
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Check outdoor space for foreign objects.
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No stray animals around premises.
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Biological hazards - substances that pose a threat to humans e.g. fungi, chemicals, plants, insects.
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Fence line/perimeter checked e.g. sharps, foreign objects, damage.
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Grounds housekeeping to high standard (free from rubbish, trip hazards).
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Shade sails are free from rips, holes and damage etc.
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Emergency exits are clear and clearly marked.
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Pooled water cleared, items that hold water emptied & stored in a dry place
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Ensure access to no go zones are secured e.g. aircon units, gas bottles etc.
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Traffic management in place (signage, barriers, markings)
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General building conditions (well maintained, clean, tidy, any damage or deterioration evident).
Onsite Security.
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Is the area surrounding the building secure? e.g. gated
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Is the access way to the building clear from potential offender hiding spots? (blind corners, shrubs and vegetation, isolated access points etc.)
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Are car parking areas secure? Under surveillance?
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Is there adequate lighting to see clearly outside the building and carparks?
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Are there neighboring facilities/businesses in close proximity?
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Security cameras or closed circuit CCTV.
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Panic buttons/duress/alarm systems in place and ready.
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Are there additional security measures for those working before or after hours?
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Are workers provided with a safe place to have breaks, store personnel belongings etc.
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Can a worker be heard if calling for help?
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From reception/entry points can workers clearly see person's approach the entry?
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Visitor/client sign in/out management in place?
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All visitors/clients supervised whilst onsite?
Playground and Equipment
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Check for sharp objects/protrusions, touch to ensure equipment is not too hot to cause burns.
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General housekeeping to a high standard.
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Is any equipment broken, faulty or damaged and in need of repair.
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Check areas and spaces for insects, spiders, snakes, etc.
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Protective coatings, paint and equipment surfaces are free from damage and wear.
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Bolts, nuts, screws and fastening pins are in place and secure.
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Handrails and steps are free from damage and are slip resistant.
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Impact absorbing material is underneath equipment where there is a potential fall from height of approx. 250mm
Soft fill, Loose Fill & Sandpit
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Sandpit and loose fill to be raked daily / as required.
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Check for sharps and foreign objects
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Temperature check - touch to ensure not to hot
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Animal droppings in area.
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Sand level, evenly spread and not compacted
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Sandpit boarders are in good condition, free from splinters, exposed nails etc.
Office Equipment and Environment
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Furniture is well maintained and in good/safe condition
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Desks and benches stable and suitable for the work.
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Furniture provided able to be ergonomically adjusted e.g. keyboards, chairs, monitor heights etc.
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Adequate lighting in place.
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Air-conditioning units regularly serviced and cleaned.
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Fans regularly serviced and cleaned.
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Heaters well maintained and in good condition.
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Heaters situated clear of flammable items.
Equipment Storage
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Equipment stored to not pose falling hazard or manual task / lifting hazard.
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All equipment stored appropriately
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Storage areas arranged taking into account manual handling and ergonomic needs.
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Storage space is adequate.
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Ensuring boxes/trolleys are not over loaded or too heavy.
General: Indoor
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No unauthorised people on premises - visitors signed in.
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Emergency exists are clear.
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Toys are age appropriate and do not pose a chocking hazard.
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Bin liners secured in bins and have lids.
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Chemical/hazardous substances inaccessible, stored away.
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SDS available for each chemical and under 5 years old since issue.
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No hazardous items accessible to children, water hazards/plastic bags/knives/sharp items.
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Resources stored/stacked safely, no falling hazards.
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Floor mats and other items don't pose a slip or trip hazard.
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Chairs stacked no more than 4 high and turned to the wall.
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Trip hazards removed, mats, electrical leads in traffic areas taped down or removed.
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First aid kits not accessible to children, sign displayed.
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All floors are dry, clear of slip, trip hazards.
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Insect screens in place and intact (no damage).
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EAP information and brochures displayed/available.
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General building conditions (well maintained, any damage or deuteriation evident).
Electrical
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Lighting and ventilation adequate, all lights working.
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Electrical appliances inaccessible: hot glue guns/jugs/fans/heaters/ electrical pencil sharpeners.
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Safety plugs in all unused power points, no double adapters, power boards only, leads not overstretched.
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Safety switches (RCD's) are installed as required.
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All power boards have overload switches.
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All items requiring electrical test and tag are current.
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No double adaptors are in use.
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No leads placed are subject to damage.
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No leads places in or across walkways or traffic areas.
Kitchen
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Food preparation areas are kept clean and hygienic
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Fridge, freeze and storage areas are kept clean and hygienic
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Fridge/freezer temperatures are monitored and recorded.
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Coloured chopping boards used.
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Benchtops and surfaces are well maintained and free of any damage.
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Food storage and pantry clean and orderly.
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Containers properly labelled
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Cooked and refrigerated foods clearly dated
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Food storage adequate to prevent cross contamination.
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Bins have lids and liners.
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Food Safety Plan current and in place, licencing displayed.
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Allery or dietary special needs displayed/easy access.
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Meal eating facilities/furniture adequate and in good condition.
Bathroom
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Bathroom/toilet/shower areas kept clean and hygienic.
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All cubicles have working locks and are secure.
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Paper towels and air driers are available and working.
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Sanitary disposal units in female toilets
Emergency Management
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Emergency Management Plan and procedures in place.
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Evacuation Maps displayed in all relevant areas.
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Lockdown Management Plan and procedures in place.
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Emergency Contact Numbers displayed.
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Bomb Threat procedures displayed.
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Muster Point assembly signage in place and known to all.
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Fire, Emergency and lockdown drills evidence available.
First Aid
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First Aid contents stored is within the current date.
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First aid locations are clearly identified and signage in place.
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Emergency phone numbers displayed near first aid areas.
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Emergency medication location visible and medication easily accessible.
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First aid trainer staff details are on display and current.
Chemical Management and Storage
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SDS sheets available for each chemical (within 5 years).
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Chemical storage cupboards are locked and signage in place.
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All chemicals are stored according to SDS recommendations.
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Chemicals are in suitable containers and correctly labelled.
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All spray bottles labelled and stored out of reach of children.
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Chemical register developed and in place.
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Spill kits are available to contain and control chemicals spills.
Manual Handling and Lifting.
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Manual handling and lifting awareness and training.
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Adequate space for use of appropriate manual handling techniques or mechanical aids.
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Manual handling observed in the workplace was conducted appropriately.
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Any manual handling and lifting concerns or issues raised.
WHS Systems
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WHS Corporate Policy is displayed.
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WHS policy and procedural manuals available.
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WHS noticeboards or information in place.
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Incident reporting evidenced.
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Risk assessments and SOP's evidenced.
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PPE is available and relevant for the work being conducted.
Safeguarding
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A culture of safeguarding children and adults is championed and modelled at all levels
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Promoting the safeguarding of children and adults regularly
