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Audit Title
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Client / Site
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
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Personnel
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This workplace inspection template is intended as a guide to manage risks in the workplace.
If you observe any unsafe acts or hazards please ensure they are recorded.
Can you solve the issue now? If YES please record as an action in the drop down action box sfter clicking no.
E.g. Housekeeping - clean up your workspace.
1. General Lighting
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1.1 - Is there sufficient lighting to allow work to be undertaken safely and effectively?
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1.2 - Does the working environment minimise the amount of glare, contrast or reflection?
2. Electrical Safety
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2.1 - Are all electrical plugs, sockets or switches clean and in good working order?
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2.2 - Are all electrical items using a single power point? (There are no double adapters or power boards other than those approved by E-Safe in use)
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2.3 - Is all portable equipment or powered tools tested, tagged and in good condition?
3. Building Safety
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3.1 - Are all floor surfaces in good condition, even and free from obstruction or spillage?
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3.2 - Are all entry and walkways kept clear?
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3.3 - Is equipment and furniture, maintained in good condition?
4. Plant/Equipment/Machinery/Tools
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4.1 - Are plant and equipment (such as machinery/tools) maintained in good order and condition?
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4.2 - Are tools and equipment not in use kept in correct storage place and storage is adequate?
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4.3 - Is there adequate machine guarding and guards are maintained in good condition?
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4.4 - Are starting and stopping devices within easy reach of operator and controls are protected from inadvertent operation?
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4.5 - Is local exhaust ventilation used to control airborne contaminants released during a work process?
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4.6 - Are gas bottles secured and where portable, securely mounted upright on trolley and labelled?
5. Storage, Design and Use
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5.1 - Is storage designed to minimise lifting problems?
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5.2 - Are materials stored in racks and bins wherever possible?
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5.3 - Are floors around racking clear of rubbish or obstruction?
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5.4 - Are racks and pallets are maintained and in good condition?
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5.5 - Do storage, design and use comply with load ratings and load ratings are clearly displayed?
6. Ladders
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6.1 - Are all ladders industrial strength rated? (Non Household rated, check label)
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6.2 - Are ladders maintained and in good condition?
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6.3 - If used for electrical work are ladders nonconductive? (Wood or fibre glass)
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6.4 - For extension ladders, are ropes, pulleys and threads maintained and in good working order/condition?
7. Rubbish Removal
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7.1 - Are bins located at suitable points around site and are emptied regularly?
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7.2 - Are oily rags and combustible refuse placed into designated, covered metal containers?
8. Chemical Safety
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8.2 - Are the Material Safety Data Sheets available for all chemicals?
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8.2 - Is chemical storage approved and appropriate? (This includes appropriate signage displayed)
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8.3 - If required, is appropriate PPE available for the different types of chemicals?
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8.4 - Are all containers labelled correctly?
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8.5 - Is adequate ventilation provided?
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8.6 - If applicable, are eye washes and showers easily accessed and in working order?
9. Fire Prevention
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9.1 - Is evacuation plan displayed and/or accessible in key locations throughout the workplace?
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9.2 - Is designated Fire Warden signage displayed in appropriate areas and Wardens are identifiable?
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9.3 - Are extinguishers serviced every 6 months? (Check 6 monthly punch mark on tabs)
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9.4 - Are extinguishers clear of obstructions?
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9.5 - Are flammable materials adequately stored to prevent fire outbreak?
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9.6 - Are exit doors easily opened from inside and exits are free from obstruction?
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9.7 - Is emergency exit lighting operable and adequate signage to indicate fire exits?
10. First Aid and Facilities
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10.1 - Is there easy access to cabinets/kits?
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10.2 - Have the defibrillator been recently checked (Check sticker on side of cabinet)
11. Building Facilities
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11.1 - Are there adequate supplies of soap, hand towels, toilet paper, rubbish bins and sanitary disposal units?
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11.2 - Are plumbing, air conditioning, lighting and water supplies (hot & cold) in good working order and we'll maintained? (No broken or damaged infrastructure)
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11.3 - Are facilities maintained and in a clean condition? (Includes kitchens, toilets, showers, change rooms and general areas)
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11.4 - Are toilets clearly marked with lockable doors, adequate lighting and ventilation?
12. Workstations/Benches
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12.1 - Are desks/workbenches in good condition? (No damage or sharp edges)
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12.2 - Is area clear of rubbish and un-necessary clutter? (Clear access and egress)
