Information

  • Audit Title

  • Document No.

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

1.0 - Previous inspection

  • 1.1 - Has the last inspection been reviewed?

  • 1.2 - Are there no outstanding actions?

2.0 - Fire Prevention

  • 2.1 - Evacuation plan displayed and understood by all employees?

  • 2.2 - Evacuation procedures practiced annually?

  • 2.3 - Extinguishers in place, clearly marked for type of fire?

  • 2.4 - Extinguishers recently serviced? (Check punch card should be within 1 year)

  • 2.5 - Extinguishers clear of obstructions?

  • 2.6 - Top of Extinguisher no more than 60" max height & base no closer than 4" from floor.

  • 2.7 - Indicator signs above extinguishers?

  • 2.8 - Adequate direction notices for fire exits?

  • 2.9 - Exit doors easily opened for direction of travel?

  • 2.10 - Exits clear of obstructions and width of at least 36"?

  • 2.11 - Fire alarm system functioning correctly?

  • 2.12 - Doors that are not exits or lead to exits clearly marked as "NOT AN EXIT"?

  • 2.13 - Are storage cabinets used to hold flammable liquids, labeled "Flammable -- Keep Fire Away"?

3.0 - General Lighting

  • 3.2 - Reflected light from walls & ceilings not causing glare to employees?

  • 3.3 - Light fixtures good working order?

  • 3.4 - Emergency exit lighting operable?

4.0 - Building Safety

  • 4.1 - Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  • 4.2 - Entry and walkways kept clear?

  • 4.3 - Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  • 4.4 - Aisle ways kept clear of boxes etc?

  • 4.5 - Stair and risers kept clear?

  • 4.6 - Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  • 4.7 - Are railings in good condition?

  • 4.8 - Are fall preventive measures in place and used where gaps occur in railings?

  • 4.9 - Are footpaths in good condition?

  • 4.11 - Loading area clean and tidy?

5.0 - Work Benches

  • 5.1 - Clear of debris?

  • 5.2 - Tools not in use kept in place?

  • 5.3 - No damaged hand tools in use?

  • 5.4 - No damaged power tools in use?

  • 5.5 - Work height correct for the type of work and the employee?

  • 5.6 - No sharp edges?

6.0 - Rubbish Removal

  • 6.2 - Garbage cans emptied regularly?

  • 6.3 - Oily rags and combustible trash in covered metal containers?

7.0 - Storage Design and Use

  • 7.1 - Materials stored in racks and bins wherever possible?

  • 7.2 - Storage designed to minimise lifting problems?

  • 7.3 - Floors around racking clear of rubbish?

  • 7.4 - General condition of racks and pallets?

8.0 - Machines

  • 8.1 - Are they kept clean?

  • 8.2 - Are the floors around the machines kept clean?

  • 8.3 - Guards in good condition?

  • 8.4 - Starting and stopping devices within easy reach of operator?

  • 8.6 - Drip pans on floor to prevent spillage?

  • 8.7 - Adequate work space?

  • 8.8 - Is lighting adequate?

  • 8.9 - Noise levels controlled?

  • 8.12 - Operators trained in safe use of the operation of the machines?

  • 8.13 - Is the training recorded?

  • 8.14 - Do operators comply with the training?

  • 8.15 - Are lockout procedures implemented and followed?

  • 8.16 - Are gas bottles secured?

9.0 - Electrical Safety

  • 9.1 - Safety switches installed?

  • 9.2 - Are all disconnecting switches and circuit breakers labeled to indicate their use or equipment served?

  • 9.3 - Are circuit breakers accessible to personnel, protected from physical damage, and located away from ignitable material?

  • 9.4 - Is there at least 36" in/and around all electrical panels?

  • 9.5 - No broken plugs, sockets or switches?

  • 9.6 - No power leads across walkways?

  • 9.7 - No frayed or damaged leads?

  • 9.8 - Portable power tools in good condition?

10.0 - Chemical Safety

  • 10.2 - Material Safety Data Sheets available for all chemicals?

  • 10.4 - All containers labelled correctly?

  • 10.5 - Unused substances disposed of?

  • 10.6 - Do special storage conditions apply?

  • 10.7 - If applicable are special storage conditions followed?

  • 10.8 - Workers trained in the use of hazardous substances?

  • 10.9 - If required is PPE available?

  • 10.10 - Is adequate ventilation provided?

  • 10.11 - Are eye washes and showers easily accessed?

11.0 Ladders

  • 11.1 - Are all ladders Industrial strength? (Non Household rated, check label.)

  • 11.2 - Are ladders in good condition?

  • 11.3 - If used for electrical work are they non conductive? (Wood or fibre glass.)

  • 11.4 - Used according to instructions?

  • 11.5 - For extension ladders are ropes, pulleys and treads in a good state of repair?

12.0 - First Aid Facilities

  • 12.1 - Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?

  • 12.2 - Are contents regularly checked?

  • 12.3 - No contents past their expiry date?

  • 12.4 - Cabinets clearly labelled?

  • 12.5 - Is there easy access to cabinets?

  • 12.6 - Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  • 12.7 - Are first aid officers accessible?

13.0 - Office Hazards

  • 13.1 - Condition of chairs? (Five star bases.)

  • 13.2 - Screen Based Equipment positioned to reduce glare from windows etc?

  • 13.3 - Air conditioning systems regularly maintained?

  • 13.4 - Stable non-slip floor coverings in good condition?

  • 13.5 - Work height easily adjustable to accommodate team member?

Ergonomics

  • 14.1 - Are arm rests and footrests provided where needed?

  • 14.2 - Are cushioned floor mats provided for workers who are required to stand for long periods?

  • 14.3 - Are workers wearing PPE clothing or equipment that is appropriate for the job, and does it fit properly?

  • 14.4 - is the work surface height proper and adjustable?

  • 14.5 - Where chairs and stools are provided are they easily adjustable and suited to the task?

15.0 - Machine Guarding

  • 15.1 - Are rotating or moving parts of equipment guarded to prevent physical contact?

  • 15.2 - Are foot-operated switches guarded or arranged to prevent accidental actuation by personnel or falling objects.?

Sign Off

  • On site representative

  • Auditor's signature

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