Information

  • Document No.

  • Audit Title

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

Health and safety systems

  • Are risk assessments conducted and recorded?

  • Are health and safety representatives elected and is there a poster identifying the health and safety representative?

  • Are health and safety representatives trained?

  • Is HSE discussed and documented at team meetings?

  • Are staff aware of incident and injury reporting process?

  • Are staff aware of the procedures for resolving and reporting HSE issues?

  • Is there a health and safety Noticeboard displayed in common area?

  • Does the Noticeboard display current:<br>-HSE monthly departmental report<br>-single point lesson<br>-hazard alert<br>-HSE meeting minutes

Manual handling and work organisation

  • Are mechanical aids provided and used where necessary e.g. Trolleys and forklifts?

  • Are mechanical aids maintained and in good working condition?

  • Where motorised equipment is used, are users qualified to operate the equipment?

  • Where jobs involve a few repetitive tasks, is job rotation practiced?

  • Where jobs are repetitive, are posture changes and exercises encouraged?

  • Have staff been instructed in basic ergonomics for the job e.g. Manual handling practice?

Personal safety

  • Are personnel in the area wearing the required PPE?

  • Is there adequate signage indicating the required PPE?

  • Is there adequate supply of required PPE and are these in good condition?

  • Are PPE storage areas signed and clearly identifiable?

  • Is there adequate signage displayed / available identifying hazards such as hazardous chemicals, hot surfaces?

  • Are "wet floor" signs used and available?

  • Is there adequate signage indicating restricted or authorised access areas?

  • Are personnel alarms available in enclosed spaces such as cold rooms, incubators etc?

  • Are personnel working in a safe manner?

Working environment

  • Is lighting adequate and functioning for completion of tasks in the area e.g. No flickering?

  • Are computer screens free from glare and reflections?

  • Is lighting clean and adequately covered?

  • Are ventilation, heating, and cooling systems working well?

  • Is the work area temperature satisfactory?

  • Are risks associated with the process such as inhalation do fumes controlled?

  • Is the area maintained in a clean and tidy order?

  • Are rubbish bins emptied regularly?

  • Are toilets and conveniences well maintained?

  • Is the lunchroom adequate, clean and tidy?

Floors, paths, stairs and access

  • Are surfaces even and in good condition?

  • Do stairways with 4 or more risers have handrails?

  • Are the handrails in good repair?

  • Are floor and stair surfaces non-slip?

  • Are stairways and passageways we'll lit?

  • Are stairs and landings clear of debris?

  • Are doorways, corridors and emergency exits clear of obstructions?

  • Are all mandatory entry and exit signs in place?

Work stations (laboratory/ offices)

  • Is furniture well maintained?

  • Are desks/ work top spaces sufficient for the jobs performed?

  • Is chair and backrest height adjustable for chairs with a five- point star base?

  • Are workstations set up ergonomic ally?

  • Have staff been trained in how to set up their workstations?

  • Is shared equipment such as photocopiers / faxes/ printers at standing height?

Electrical safety

  • Are switches, plugs, and sockets in good repair?

  • Are electrical cords or telephone cords tidy and arranged so they don't cross walkways?

  • Has all equipment been tested and tagged in line with state/territory requirements? Tag isn't past expired date?

  • Where power boards and extension cords are used, equipment is not overloaded?

Noise

  • Has testing of noisy areas been conducted in the past five years?

  • Is noise level appropriate for the tasks performed in the area?

  • If possible, is the noise from equipment controlled?

  • Do staff wear hearing protection in required areas?

  • Are hearing tests conducted for defined high noise areas?

Storage

  • Is there adequate and secure personal storage?

  • Is there adequate filing space?

  • Are storage areas/ shelves appropriately labelled and materials stored in the proper place?

  • Are there adequate and convenient shelves for storage?

  • Is a suitable stepladder available for access to high shelves?

  • Is there sufficient space for moving stock?

  • Are shelves and surrounding free of rubbish and objects?

  • Are heavier items stored low and overhead materials secured against falling?

  • Are all objects secure so that there is no danger of falling objects?

  • Are all edges covered so there are no sharp edges?

  • Is there appropriate clearance between stored materials and fittings, such as sprinklers, lighting and sensors?

  • Does pallet racking have safe working load (SWL) signage?

  • Is the pallet racking inspected by a qualified person on an annual basis?

  • Do stored items appear to meet racking SWL?

  • Are pallets in a satisfactory condition and stored appropriately?

Chemicals/ hazardous materials

  • Are all hazardous materials and dangerous goods correctly labelled?

  • Is all DAFF material correctly labelled and stored?

  • Is there a list of hazardous substances and dangerous goods on site?

  • Is a safety data sheet (SDS) less than 5 years old, available for every hazardous substance and dangerous good?

  • Are flammables/hazardous/ dangerous chemicals stored within safety cabinets?

  • Have staff been trained in the correct use, handling and disposal of hazardous substances and dangerous goods?

  • Is appropriate emergency/first aid equipment e.g. Shower and/ or eye wash available?

  • Is the emergency shower/ eye bath tested regularly?

Machinery and workbenches

  • Are machines and workbenches free do excess oil and grease?

  • Are machines adequately guarded?

  • Are warnings and instructions displayed?

  • Are emergency stops appropriately placed and clearly identifiable? Red actuator with yellow background?

  • Is there a record that documents checking of guards or emergency stops at set intervals?

  • Is machinery operated safely and correctly?

  • Are workbenches clear of rubbish?

  • Are tools in proper place?

  • Is damaged equipment appropriately labelled and not in use?

  • Are anti fatigue floor mats provided near workbenches?

On site vehicles

  • Are there daily safety inspection procedures/ checklists?

  • Is a fault/rectification system used?

  • Are operators trained and licensed?

  • Are warnings and instructions displayed?

  • Are warning lights operational?

  • Are reversing alarms operational?

  • Are there satisfactory operating practices?

  • Are tyres in good condition (tread, fully inflated)

Prevention of falls

  • Do all work platforms have secure handrails, guarding or fence panels?

  • Are harnesses and lanyard or belts provided?

  • Are all floor penetrations covered or barricaded?

  • Are unsafe areas sign posted and fenced? Are there any areas over two meters high, within two meters of an edge that are unprotected I.e. No handrail, signage or anchor points?

  • Are ladders in good condition?

  • Are straight or extension ladders securely fixed at the top?

  • Are only non-metal ladders used near live, exposed electrical equipment?

Fire safety and emergency preparedness

  • Are fire extinguishers appropriate for the hazards in the area?

  • Are extinguishers conveniently and securely located, clearly marked and not obstructed? 1 meter clearance

  • Are extinguishers regularly serviced ( every 6 - 12 months) and tagged?

  • Are fire exits kept clear? 1 meter clearance

  • Is there emergency exit signage?

  • Are exit doors easily opened from the inside?

  • Are alarms tested?

  • Are trial evacuations conducted?

  • Are evacuation procedures posted on the walls in the area?

  • Are fire wardens allocated for the area and are they displayed on a poster in the area?

  • Are personnel trained in use of fire fighting equipment?

  • Is the alarm/ communication audible throughout work area?

First aid

  • Is there a fully stocked appropriate first aid kit available?

  • Are the cabinet and it's contents clean and orderly?

  • Is there a trained staff member responsible for its maintenance?

  • Are there signs indicating the name and contact number of the first aid officer?

  • Has the first aid officer been trained?

  • Is first aid treatment documented?

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