Stadco EHS workplace inspection

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

Fire and Emergency

• Is the evacuation sweep plan, assembly points and emergency contacts clearly displayed in the areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are exit doors marked and clearly visible, free from obstruction, undamaged and easily opened from the inside?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate directional signage appropriately displayed and illuminated to point persons to an exit door?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguishers in their locations, unobstructed and marked for the type of fire?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire call points undamaged and free from obstruction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all extinguishers been inspected in the last 12 months, seals unbroken and in pressure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguishers and call points adequately identified with indication 2.1m above ground level?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are combustible materials at least 1m away from sources of ignition or heat?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire alarms tested and sounders heard in the area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is first aid equipment including eye wash bottles available in the area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the contents of first aid stations in order, clean, stocked and in date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are defibrillators in working order, batteries and pads in date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency numbers, first aiders and fire wardens clearly displayed in the area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is smoking contained to designated smoking areas only and not in unauthorised areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the adequate bins for cigarette butts, suitably located away from combustibles and not overflowing?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Lighting

• Are light fittings in good condition, clean and operational in the area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are areas sufficiently illuminated for the tasks undertaken?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is lighting turned off when not in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency lights installed, in good condition and operational?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Work area

• Are gangways and pathways clearly marked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are gangways and pathways free from obstruction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there access to all places where people have to work and good vision at intersections?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are floor surfaces to an acceptable standard, free from damage, pot holes, excessive oil?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are floor coverings such as anti slip or fatigue matting in good condition so not to present a slip / trip hazard?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is housekeeping to a good standard, clear of rubbish, tools, parts not left on the floor, doorways not obstructed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are materials stored in designated areas, racks, bins or pallets?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are materials stored safely so not to fall, obstruct or create damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are barriers and railings secure and free from structural damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are safety signs suitable, in place, in good condition and clearly visible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are signs sufficient for hazards and procedures required such as cell or confined space entry requirements?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are EHS notice boards in place and up to date? (Committee members, minutes, hazard reports available)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are mandatory PPE signs in place ?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is furniture , chairs, benches etc in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are stairs, access ladders and gantries free from damage, clean and free from obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are railings in place to prevent persons falling where needed, are they in good condition, a minimum of 950mm high and free from structural damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Work equipment

• Have ladders been inspected (look for evidence of a reference number or ladder tag)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ladder rungs, feet, side rails and locks in good condition and ladders are stored correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ladders to class 1 industrial or EN131 commercial standard?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ladders used for electrical work non conductive (wood or fibre glass)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency stops in good condition, stop the machine and in easy reach for the operator?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are machine guards ( fixed, interlocked, photoelectric, trip) present and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have machine pre start safety checks been completed? (Light guard, push guards, pre start checks)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are jigs, stillages, crates, racking and related plant and equipment in good condition, free from excessive structural damage? ( no dents over 6mm on racking)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are safe working limits displayed on any lifting or carrying equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hand operated pump trucks in good condition, operating correctly without leaks, wheels or forks bent out of shape?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hand tools in good condition, not cracked, warped or excessively worn?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hand power tools in good condition, have the correct speed rated consumable , consumable, cables or pipes free from leaks or damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are extraction systems in good working order and statutory inspected within the last 14 months ?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are screens, hoods and panels in good condition so as to protect pedestrians?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the required PPE and clothing being worn in the area by persons in the area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical

• Are electrical cabinets and control panels locked shut and not damaged?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all disconnected cables correctly made safe or identified as non live?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• RCD or other safety devices been installed for sockets over 110V and are in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There are no broken or overloaded plugs, sockets or switches?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Power leads have been routed to avoid walkways, gangways, damage from wear or tension?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cables have two levels of insulation including KS Connectors ? There are no exposed wires, frayed or damaged insulation.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Main power cables in to machines are hard or industrially wired?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical equipment is protected from water ingress or potential spills and leaks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Main power shut off switches are clearly identified?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are portable appliances PAT tested and labelled in line with policy?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Substances

• Are hazardous substances labelled and stored correctly in a flammable cupboard, well ventilated area and protected from potential damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are hazardous liquids cabinets in good condition and fully closed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are safety data sheets available for all substances used in the area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are gas bottles secured by chain, trolley or cage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are flammable gases stored to prevent collision damage, separate to inert gases and clearly identified as full or empty?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is dust and fume controlled, captured and kept to a minimum?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are eye wash stations in place where chemicals are used or batteries are charged? Are they clean and in date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Environment

• Are all liquids identified and adequately stored to contain spills and leaks? ( drip trays, bunds to 110%)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are drip trays and bunds in good condition, not leaking , do not contain debris and less than 10% full?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are spillage kits in place and have the correct content?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the spill procedure on display near to the spill material for reference?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are drains identified, free from contamination and a suitable distance from stored liquids?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the area free from significant spills or leaks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the area free from compressed air leaks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are waste bins suitable for the area, in good condition and not overflowing?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are bins correctly labelled with the required content?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do bins contain the correct content?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Facilities

• Is the building structure in good condition, free from collision damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are toilets and rest areas to an acceptable level of tidiness and cleanliness?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are drinking fountains and hot water boilers clean and operational ?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the heating / cooling adequate?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are vehicles doors free from damage and operational?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Exterior and perimeter inspections

• Is any equipment stored outside free of contaminants? Look for evidence of ground contamination.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is any racking stored outside free from contaminants?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are empty liquid containers or container areas stored outside marked as empty?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are waste liquids labelled to display contents?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are above ground storage tank (AST's) bunds in good condition and free of debris?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are external bunds dry or contain liquid of less than 10% capacity of the bund?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are liquid containers stored fully within the bunds? Are bunds at least 110% capacity of the largest container stored?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do liquids stored outside have secondary containment? Is this in good condition, free from cracks and evidence of leaks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are refuelling areas protected and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the exterior and perimeter free of any abnormal material or inappropriate disposal?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the area free from spills and releases ?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are external spill kits available for goods receiving and shipping areas? Do they contain drain covers or mats? Do they contain the correct materials and is it in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are external roadways and yard surfaces in good condition, free from potholes and fractures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are external areas free from staining and visible disturbance ? (consider concrete, gravel, grass areas)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are drainage areas free from debris?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is any standing or storm water free from oil or chemical sheen?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are scrap metal bins in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Where appropriate are scrap metal bins covered or sheltered?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are scrap metal bins free from visible liquid leaks or seepage? (Consider staining around skips and bins)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are external bins in good condition? Are they free from leaks and stains around them?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is external area housekeeping including waste storage areas to a satisfactory level?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Contractors

• Is the car park in adequate condition, vehicles parked correctly and not causing obstruction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do contractors have a pass available and been inducted to site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are contractors wearing the correct PPE for the task and area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is contractor electrical equipment PAT tested or suitably inspected?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Maintenance

• Is there a provision for lock out / danger tags?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are permits to work available (hot work, work at height, confined space)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Area manager / supervisor confirmation signature.

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