CWPS - General Workplace Inspection Checklist

• Site conducted

  Select

• Cranbourne West Primary School

• Location
  Address

• Conducted on

  Date

• General Workplace Inspection

• Workplace Area to be Inspected

  Select Administration/Office General Classroom Staffroom Gymnasium/Hall Canteen Other

  • Administration/Office
  • General Classroom
  • Staffroom
  • Gymnasium/Hall
  • Canteen
  • Other

• Person/persons conducting inspection.

• ‘Section 1’ of the checklist is tailored to suit the requirements of the workplace and can be used to conduct quarterly inspections of general areas e.g. classroom, office area, kitchen and canteen etc.

1.0 General

• 1.1 Entrance, doorways and floors are kept free from obstructions (e.g. boxes)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.2 Floors are in good condition with no cracks, dips, holes, tears or rips

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.3 Floors are clean (e.g. free from rubbish) and not slippery

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.4 Computer and other electrical leads and cables are kept clear of pathways and walkways

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.5 Doors open and close/slide freely

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.6 Doors locks are able to be easily opened

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.7 Ceiling tiles are in place and not damaged

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.0 Lighting

• 2.1 Lighting is in good working order (e.g. not flickering or blown bulbs)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.2 Light covers are in place and not damaged

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.3 Blinds and curtains can be drawn to reduce glare

  Yes

  No

  N/A

3.0 Stairs and landings

• 3.1 Stairs and steps are free from obstructions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.2 Anti-slip resistant strips on flooring are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.3 Anti-slip resistant strips on step edges are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.4 Handrails installed are in good condition (e.g. no peeling paint, rust or corrosion)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

4.0 Kitchens and lunch rooms

• 4.1 Knives and sharp items are stored in a secure location

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.2 Sinks are clean and free from debris

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.3 Hot and cold taps are clearly labelled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.4 Food containers are correctly labelled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.5 Work benches are clean

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.6 Exhaust fans are functional and clean

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.7 Appliances are clean (e.g. fridge, microwave, oven, sandwich press), if applicable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.8 Clean tea towels/paper towel are available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.9 Oven mitts or gloves are available and in good condition for handling hot items

  Yes

  No

  N/A

5.0 Chemical management

• 5.1 Hazardous substances are stored in a locked cupboard

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5.2 Chemicals are not stored in food or beverage containers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5.3 Chemicals are correctly labelled with the label clearly legible and intact

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5.4 Dangerous goods are segregated in storage per the Segregation of Dangerous Goods Chart

  Yes

  No

  N/A

6.0 Storage

• 6.1 Items are stored so that they are not at risk of falling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.2 Storage racks are in good condition (e.g. no bowed shelves)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.3 Space below desks are free from obstructions (e.g. no boxes stored underneath)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.4 Frequently used, heavy and bulky items are stored within easy reach (between waist and shoulder height)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.5 Step ladder is available and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.6 Trolleys are available and in good condition to transport items

  Yes

  No

  N/A

7.0 Workstations and furniture

• 7.1 Furniture is in good condition (e.g. no damage)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7.2 Workstation are ergonomically correct

  Yes

  No

  N/A

8.0 Electrical equipment

• 8.1 Extension leads are in good condition (e.g. no cracks, damage or loose plug)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.2 Electrical switchboard is locked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.3 Power boards are not connected in a “piggy back” manner

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.4 Electrical points are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.5 Media outlets for data projectors are fixed and accessible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.6 Data projector screen is secured with remote available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.7 Speaker equipment is secured with the cabling in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.8 Light switches are in good working order and not damaged

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.9 Damaged or faulty items of equipment have been electrically isolated and tagged out

  Yes

  No

  N/A

9.0 First aid and emergency management

• 9.1 First aid kit/cabinet is available and accessible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.2 A fire blanket is available, accessible and has been inspected in the last 6 months (check tag)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.3 A fire extinguisher is available, accessible and has been tested in the last 12 months (check tag)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.4 An Emergency Evacuation Plan is displayed and clearly legible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.5 Emergency exit door(s) are clearly signposted, illuminated and unobstructed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• ‘Section 2’ should be used to action any hazards identified in ‘Section 1’.

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