Information
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Document No.
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Audit Title
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Client / Site
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
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Personnel
Fire Safety and Emergency Response
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Safety rules, emergency information and evacuation routes are prominently displayed.
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The alarm can be heard in this area (where applicable).
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Doorways, walkways and evacuation exits are kept clear and at least 600mm wide.
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Fire control equipment is easily accessible, signed, regularly tested and of the appropriate type.
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An approved first aid kit is readily available and stocked appropriately if required (small trauma kit/eyewash).
Management Procedures
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Safe operating procedures are displayed with all potential hazardous equipment.
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Required personal protective equipment is available and in good condition.
Shed
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The area is clean and tidy.
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There is sufficient space for each person to perform their work safely.
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Floor surfaces are maintained in a safe condition and suitable for the type of activities conducted.
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Walls and roofs are safe and in good condition.
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Doors, windows, locks and latches are in good condition and working order. Shed remains secure when unattended.
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Guarding (mesh) is fitted or signage is in place for any fragile roof area/s.
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There is adequate ventilation.
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There is adequate lighting to work safely.
Furniture, Fixtures and Fittings
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All furniture is safe and in good condition.
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Light fittings/fixtures and ceiling fans are in good condition and working.
Storage
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Flammable material is stored and handled in a safe manner.
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Required resources and equipment are stored safely.
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Free standing shelves/cupboards are secured to ensure stability.
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Waste containers are readily available.
Hazardous Substances
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Current (within 5 years) material safety data sheets are readily available for hazardous substances.
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Hazardous substances are stored and labeled appropriately.
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Spill control systems are in place i.e. earth bunds, absorbing materials etc.
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No banned substances or timbers are present.
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Stores class 3 packaging group II (includes petrol) is less than 250 litres. Stored class 3 packaging group III (includes diesel) is less than 1000 litres. License required above these quantities.
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Incompatible substances are stored away from each other; e.g. Herbicides stored away from insecticides and fungicides.
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Appropriate washing/dousing facilities are available in the event of an accident width chemicals.
Electrical
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Electrical equipment is in good condition and tested as required by the department's electrical testing procedure.
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All new power boards purchased will have an overload switch.
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The area has Residual Current device (RCD) protection.
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Electrical cables/cords are kept clear of walkways etc.
Plant
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Manuals are available for operating equipment and machinery.
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A maintenance register is in place for all equipment and machinery that requires regular maintenance.
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Moving parts of all machinery and equipment is guarded in accordance with the regulations.
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All machines are fitted its the appropriate safety signs and SOPs.
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No machinery and equipment is hazardous due to noise, fumes or other factors.
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Dust extraction systems are fitted and working efficiently where required.
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Residual Current Devices are installed and function correctly.
Grounds Machinery and Vehicles
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Tractors are fitted its roll-over protection if weight is greater than 560kg.
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A fire extinguisher is available to tractor/machinery operators.
General
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Sheds are lockable.
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Other hazards such as sharps, glare, noise, fumes or vermin as have been identified.
