Emergency Procedures
Q1. Is the list of emergency numbers clearly displayed?
Q2. Are fire extinguishers in an easy to see location?
Q3. Is a fire blanket available?
Q4. Is fire equipment free from obstruction?
Q5. Is there an effective fire alarm?
Q6. Are smoke detectors fitted?
Q7. Is the emergency evacuation diagram displayed?
Q8. Are emergency exits clearly marked, easily identified and well lit?
Q9. Are exit corridors clear of obstructions, including the outside of the building?
Lighting and Electrical
Q1. Are all working areas adequately lit?
Q2. Is task lighting available whererequired?
Q3. Is there an emergency lighting system that is adequately maintained?
Q4. Are all the light fittings shielded with good covers?
Q5. Are sockets or switches in goodorder?
Q6. Are electrical plugs fully seated (pluggedin)?
Q7. Are power leads and double adaptors in good condition?
Q8. Are double adaptors and power boards being used appropriately?
Environment
Q1. Is the temperature and airflow in the room adequate?
Q2. Is the air conditioning system regularly maintained?
Q3. Is the area free from odor?
Q4. Are photocopiers in a well ventilated area?
Q5. Is the work area free from excessive noise?
First Aid
Q1. Are the names of First Aid attendants displayed?
Q2. Are First Aid kits available and fully stocked?
Q3. Is a record of all First Aid treatment maintained?
Ergonomics
Q1. Are workstations easily accessible?
Q2. Are there tasks that require any individual to remain in a fixed position for long periods of time?
Q3. Does the individual have the possibility of varying his/her sitting position and leg position?
Q4. Are workstation areas/desks free from clutter?
Q5. Is there adequate storage for papers, books and/or implements?
Q6. Is all furniture in good repair?
Q7. Is there ready access to a powerpoint?
Q8. Are all cords/wires out of the way?
Q9. Are desktop machines placed so they cannot fall off?
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Q1. Is the cabinet where all PPE is kept clean?
Q2. Are all helmets in good repair (eg no cracks or damage)?
Q3. Do all helmets have Australian Standard sticker present?
Q4. Are protective goggles or face shields serviceable?
Q5. Is hearing protection provided?
Housekeeping
Q1. Is the area tidy and well kept?
Q2. Are items safely stored so they are not at risk of falling?
Q3. Are floor coverings in good condition? Are they free of trip hazards?
Stores
Q1. Is storage adequate to meet requirements?
Q2. Is storage suitable for the purpose used?
Q3. Are stools/ ladders available where needed?
Q4. Are mechanical devices provided for lifting and carrying heavy objects?
Q5. Is there safe storage for heavy items (in a low position)?
Q6. Are shelves free from dust andrubbish?
Issues raised by the workers in the workplace
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Hazardous Chemicals
Task: Inspect all cupboards, storage areas, containers to see if there are any hazardous chemicals held in theworkplace.
Ensure to check that original containershavemanufacturers label, decanted containers are labelled with name, risk and safety instructions.
NOTE: Consumer products are those that are packed primarily for use by a household consumer and are used in a manner consistent with normal household use and itis reasonably foreseeable that the chemical will be used in a workplace only in a quantity that is consistent with household use; and in a way that is consistent with household use; and in a way that is incidental to the nature of the work carried out by a worker.
Q1. Are there chemicals held in the workplace?
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Q2. Are there unlabeled chemicals in the workplace?
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Q3. If chemicals are found; are they consumer products? (See Note for further explanation)
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Q4. Are the safety data sheets readily available for all chemicals held in the workplace?
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Q5. Are all chemicals held still used in the workplace?
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