GLCC Workplace Environment OFFICE

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Slips, Trips and Falls Hazards-Are there any obstructions on the floor that could cause a slip, trip or fall from:

• Office supplies, such as books, stationery, toner cartridges, etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical equipment, such as printers, kettles, fan heaters, etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Trailing leads supplying computers, printers fax machines, etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Loose carpets or mats?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Open access panels in the floor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Unguarded stairwells?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Uneven floors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Cleaner's equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor polishers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Access routes blocked by debris, waste bins, etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Falling Object Hazards-Are there any objects that could fall on people, as follows

• Goods or stores on shelves and racking?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Unstable freestanding stacks of goods or materials?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Loose ceiling tiles?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical Hazards- Is there any risk of persons receiving an electrical shock from:

• Loose or broken: sockets, switches, light fittings, conduits and trunking, etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Worn, frayed or split cables?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Trailing leads?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Overloaded extension leads or multi socket adaptors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exposed cables into plugs, computer equipment, kettles, fan heaters, microwaves, food and drinks dispensers, etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exposed live parts of electrical switchgear: controls, motors, pumps, etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is any item of portable electrical equipment overdue for a Portable Appliance Test (PAT)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is any item of electrical equipment poorly or dangerously positioned?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Substance-related Hazards-Are there any substances used that could cause harm from contact or inhalation, as follows

• Cleaning Chemicals

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Solvents in inks, dyes, adhesives, etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Dusts from powdered goods or supplies?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Smoke or exhaust fumes?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Asbestos in fire retardant panelling, ceiling tiles or pipe lagging?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has any staff member complained of any persistent or increasing allergic reactions: running nose or eyes, coughing, sneezing, itching skin, etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Hazards and Fire Extinguishers-Are flammable materials stored or used in a manner that could cause a fire, as follows

• Any flammable substances on or near sources of heat or direct sunlight?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Any flammable substances that are not correctly stored in flameproof cupboards (solvents, adhesives, etc)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Any potential for a flammable substance to be spilled onto sources of heat or electrical equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Waste paper in waste bins left overnight?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Covered convector heaters?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all fire extinguishers free from corrosion?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all fire extinguishers within their annual inspection date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are escape routes clearly marked with visible signs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all break glass call points have covers / glass / plastic panel fitted?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Ventilation Hazards-Are there any hazards associated with ventilation, as follows

• Insufficient ventilation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fumes getting into the area through open windows or vents?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Contamination of air conditioning filters by dust or bacteria?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Display Screen Equipment-Does display screen equipment require assessment for:

• Poorly positioned monitors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lighting creating glare on screens?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Poor seating position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Manual Handling and Workstation Hazards-Do working positions pose a hazard that could cause muscular strains, as follows

• Poor lifting positions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Bad posture over desks or benches?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Repetitive twisting or turning?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all desks and chairs in good working order?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does any office furniture show signs of damage or imminent collapse (desks, chairs, benches, shelving, etc)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are work surfaces at a comfortable or adjustable height to suit the user and to reduce lifting from one to another.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has any faulty equipment been taken out of use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have any trailing leads and cables been secured, and are the protective sleeves in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hygiene Hazards - Do sanitary provisions require improving to reduce the risk of infection or contamination, as follows

• Hot water temperature requires raising to remove legionella risk (60°C)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Toilet and hand basin cleaning requires improving?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Improved hand washing and drying facilities?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The use of rubber gloves for personal protection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A