EHS workplace inspection Copy

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

Fire and Emergency

• Is the evacuation sweep plan and assembly points displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate directional signage 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 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 aides and fire wardens clearly displayed in the area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Lighting

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

  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?

  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?

  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?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is furniture 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 safety checks been completed? (Light guard, push guards, pre start checks)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are jigs, stillages, crates, racking and related 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

Electrical

• Are electrical cabinets and control panels closed 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 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 in line with policy?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Substances

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

  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

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  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 cleanliness?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are areas sufficiently illuminated for the tasks undertaken?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are vehicles doors free from damage and operational?

  Yes

  No

  N/A