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GAA Premises Health & Safety Checklist
Michael Mannion

GAA Premises Health & Safety Checklist

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Title Page

  • Site conducted

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location

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Documentation

  • Safety Statement updated in the previous 12 months

  • Child Protection Policy in Place

  • Are all coaches / mentors Garda vetted?

  • Fire Safety Management Plan in Place

  • Is there a fire register in place with records of all fire detection and firefighting equipment and its service history

  • Is all electrical equipment checked regularly by a competent person? Are records maintained and available

  • Are there service records available for machinery & Work at height equipment?

  • Are there service records available for the heating and ventilation systems

  • Is there a register of all Chemicals used and is there a Safety Data Sheet for each Chemical

Access – Gates, Perimeter Walls, Fencing, etc

  • Are all gates, fences and wall in a sound condition? e.g. free from sharp edges, loose blocks, loose capping, dangerous wire, etc

  • Are all gates hung properly and in working order?

Circulation Areas

  • Are all steps and/or ramps in good repair, i.e. not worn, broken or slippery?

  • Is the gradient on mobility impaired access ramps less than 1:12 to allow wheelchairs to access the ramp?

  • Are rails in place on steps and/or ramps where deemed necessary?

  • Are floor coverings, tiles, etc, in good condition and not slippery?

  • Are non-slip mats in place in shower areas and at the entrance to the club?

  • Where relevant, are steps/stairways/ramps painted to ease visibility?

  • Are surfaces in external areas, i.e. paths, carparks, etc in good condition?

  • Is there adequate lighting in car parks, on paths?

  • Are arrangements in place on match/event occasions to ensure that emergency vehicles may access/exit grounds?

  • Are circulation areas accessible to those with special needs, e.g. mobility difficulties

Fire Safety

  • Are all designated fire exits are clearly marked?

  • Are fire exits and escape routes kept unlocked and clear from obstructions while people are on premises?

  • Do fire doors open outwards?

  • Is muster area clearly marked?

  • Are evacuation procedures clearly displayed?

  • Are all staff familiar with evacuation procedures?

  • Is the firefighting equipment at its designated fire points?

  • Is firefighting equipment serviced as required and a record of service maintained?

  • Are flammable substances e.g. fuels, paper, cleaning materials,

  • other chemicals, etc, stored correctly, away from any sources of heat?

Electrical Equipment

  • Is electrical equipment suitable for use intended?

  • Are plugs and sockets in good condition with no cracks or pieces missing

  • Are sockets are situated in safe positions, convenient for the equipment to be used and not subject to damp

  • Is al insulation on leads free from cracks or signs of deterioration?

Lighting (including pitch lighting)

  • Are all light fittings in working order and are kept in a clean condition?

  • Is lighting adequate for the type of activities being undertaken

  • Are all cables to external lighting either buried underground or kept at a height which does not present a hazard to the public?

  • Is lighting on approach roads and outside the club sufficient for access and egress

Machinery

  • Is machinery used suitable and appropriate for purpose?

  • Is all machinery stored in a locked area away from access of members of the public?

  • Is machinery operated by competent persons only?

  • Are drive shafts/PTOs/Other moving parts adequately guarded?

  • Is all machinery in good working order

Maintenance

  • Is a safe system of work in place, e.g. does grass cutting, cleaning and other maintenance take place only when the area is free from non-involved persons, particularly children?

  • Is maintenance only carried out by competent persons?

  • Are all roofs, guttering, drainpipes etc, as far as can be seen, sound and well maintained?

  • Are staff, members and volunteers, etc provided with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)? e.g. (gloves, eye protection, masks, etc)

  • Are all maintenance materials, paints, etc stored safety and securely?

Doors and Windows

  • Are all doors unobstructed?

  • Are all doors free from broken and/or damages hinges, locks, etc

  • Are windows free from broken fastenings?

  • Do glazed windows, doors etc have toughened, laminated glass?

  • Are windows safe when open from contact with passers-by?

  • Do doors and windows open without unnecessary force being applied?

  • Are windows free from broken or cracked panes, frames, etc

Working at Heights

  • Are safe systems of working at heights documented? i.e. access to raised scoreboards, erection of flags, scores, lighting, etc

  • Are facilities in place to facilitate safe working at heights?

  • Are ladders and others equipment using for working at heights stored safely and securely when not in use?

Moving and Handling

  • Is equipment available to move and handle equipment, fertilizers, furniture, waste, etc?

  • Are staff and those moving equipment provided with training in moving and handling?

  • Is there a safe system in place for movement of portable goal posts etc

Heating and Ventilation systems

  • Is the heating system regularly serviced and maintained in good order?

  • Is maintenance carried out by competent person?

  • Is boiler house kept clean and tidy and free from waste materials

Kitchen areas

  • Is the Kitchen locked when not in use?

  • Is the kitchen area supervised when in use

  • Are food preparation areas in compliance with food safety requirements?

  • Are there adequate hand washing and drying facilities in kitchen area?

  • Is the kitchen/dining area kept clean

  • Is the kitchen floor sound and non-slip, especially when wet?

  • Where required, is equipment adequately guarded?

  • Are first aid boxes available in the kitchen area?

  • Is fire safety equipment available in kitchen?

  • Are staff, members, etc provided with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)? e.g. gloves, etc)

Gymnasia

  • Is the Gymnasium locked /access controlled when not is use?

  • Is the equipment in good condition, maintained and serviced as specified by suppliers?

  • Is the Gym supervised by a qualified, competent person when in use?

  • Is gymnasium kept tidy and equipment appropriately stored

  • Is first aid box available and accessible?

  • Are floors clean, even and non-slip?

  • Are changing rooms clean and tidy and disinfected?

  • Is an induction evening provided to all members and a record of such induction maintained?

Waste Management

  • Are there adequate waste containers in place in ground/dressing rooms/other facilities?

Is there a system to collect waste litter following matches/events?

  • Is waste stored in a secure place pending collection/ disposal?

  • Is all waste disposed of in accordance with local authority regulations?

  • Where building work is underway, is rubble safely secured from access by public?

  • Are staff, members, etc provided with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)? e.g. (gloves, eye protection, masks, etc)

Chemicals

  • Are chemicals stored in a secure place preventing unauthorised access by members of the public?

  • Are chemicals kept only in containers in which they were purchased with clear and legible “Instruction for use”

  • Are chemicals used only by competent persons?

  • Are waste chemicals disposed in accordance with manner prescribed in Safety Data Sheets/Instructions on container

  • Are staff, members, etc provided with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)? e.g. (gloves, eye protection, masks, etc) while using or disposing chemicals?

  • Are rat poisons but in place by competent persons and out of reach by children

Signage

  • Are safety or health signs in place where hazards cannot be avoided or adequately reduced?

  • Are all exit routes clearly visible?

  • Is the Occupiers Liability sign erected and clearly visible?

Goalposts – Fixed

  • Are goalposts in good condition and free from sharp edges or other objects which could cause injury?

  • Is a safe system in use for securing nets to goalposts frame?

Goalposts – Portable

  • Are portable goalposts purchased from manufactures/suppliers that comply with the following standards I.S.355, IS 356

  • Do goalposts carry manufacturer’s label and safety warning label? (The manufacturer's label should include instructions for installation, storage, dismantling, inspection and maintenance)

  • Does system exist for securing portable goalposts when is use?

  • Are portable goalposts stored securely when not in use?

First Aid

  • Does a First Aid box exist, and is appropriately stocked and available when required?

  • Are there adequate numbers of trained first aiders available during matches, training sessions and other events?

  • Is a stretcher available?

  • Is a defibrillator in place and available?

  • Does the club have members trained (up to date) in CPR and in use of defibrillator?

Event viewing areas, i.e. Stands, terracing, etc

  • Are all viewing areas in good condition, free from slips, trips and falls hazards,

  • Where seating accommodation exists, is all seating secure, free from all sharp edges, splinters, loose screws, nails, etc

  • Are changes in level marked for visibility impaired persons

Toilet areas

  • Are urinals, WCs, basins, etc intact?

  • Are hand washing facilities available (including hand drying facilities) and in working order?

  • Is there a cleaning programme in place?

Emergency Planning

  • Are procedures in place to prevent flooding from nearby rivers, heavy rainfall, etc

  • Are procedures in place to protect heating systems, plumbing and buildings from snow and frost damage?

All Weather pitches

  • Is the pitch in good condition and fit for use and free from defects?

  • Is the pitch secured by a boundary fence which is maintained, and locked / access controlled when not in use?

  • Are the keys maintained by a competent person?

  • Is a record of use maintained?

  • Is the pitch hired to non-members?

  • Is there a hire form with a waiver in place?

  • Is a record of all use by third parties maintained?

  • Is the pitch closed during adverse weather? Such as frost/snow?

  • Is all signage on boundary free from sharp edges and not protruding onto the field of play?

Bar

  • Do members / guests sign in?

  • Is there a dancefloor? Would you have to cross this carrying drink to return to seating?

  • Is there an accident book on site?

  • Is there a first aid box on site?

  • When facilities are in use is there a cleaning system in operation for spillages/breakages? Are records maintained?

  • Are the bathrooms checked regularly for spillages/breakages when the function room is in use? Are records maintained?

  • Are all stairways free from obstacles and handrails in working order?

  • Are volunteers engaged in bar work at a minimum over 18 years of age and competent?

  • Is all emergency lighting and exit lighting regularly maintained and in working order?

  • Is food available? Are all FSA requirements adhered to?

  • Is stock stored on premises? Is a log of stock maintained?

  • Are empties / returns stored on premises in a safe manner? Is this recorded

  • Is there an occupancy limit? Is this enforced?

Facilities for Hire

  • Do all persons hiring facilities for use on a commercial basis provide evidence of valid public Liability and or professional indemnity insurance?

  • Is this insurance vetted on an annual basis

  • Is a schedule of use of facilities documented and maintained?

  • Are the premises checked and cleaned after each use?

  • The above is not an exhaustive list and where other hazards are identified they should be included

Inspectors details

  • Signed:

  • Post/Role within Club/County:

  • Date:

GAA Premises Health & Safety Checklist
Michael Mannion

GAA Premises Health & Safety Checklist

This is health & safety checklist template for GAA clubs to help benchmark a standard off

Use this Template
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