Information
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Audit Title
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Document No.
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Site Name
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
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Personnel
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Brief description of location and projects
General
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There is a valid, up to date copy of the Employers Liability and Public Liability Insurance Certificate(s) displayed in a prominent position
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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A signed copy of the Health and Safety Policy Statement is displayed in a prominent position. The signed statement is dated within the last 12 months.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is an appropriate Health and Safety Law Poster displayed or all employees have received the appropriate Health and Safety Law leaflets.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Is there is a minuted team meeting where safety is on the agenda at least every 3 months.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Are staff are consulted on matters of health and safety.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a mechanism in place by which staff can raise concerns over health and safety.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is competent health and safety advice available to site management.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Building maintenance
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Is an asbestos survey and risk assessment has been completed for the site.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Any Actions from the asbestos assessment have been completed or are in hand.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Has A legionella risk assessment has been completed for the site.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Any Appropriate ongoing monitoring is carried out as highlighted in the legionella action plan and records kept.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Policy
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Arrangements have been made to communicate the policy effectively to employees and others as required.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Is the implementation of the policy is monitored.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Is there is evidence to show that staff understand the contents of the policy and agree to follow it.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Is the policy is reviewed at least annually.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Is there is a record of the policy review and any amendments that have been made.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
First aid and accidents
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Is there are a suitable number of trained first aid personnel on site.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Is there is an accident reporting and investigation procedure in place.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Are managers are familiar with the requirements of RIDDOR.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Training
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Managers and supervisors have received appropriate training to enable them to manage health and safety at the site.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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All staff have received general health and safety training as part of their induction training.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
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There are records of the induction training.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Appropriate health and safety training needs have been identified.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Risk assessments have been used to identify training needs.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a training matrix showing all required training and which staff need training in what.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a record that all staff have received the required training.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a process in place for ensuring refresher training is given.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Refresher training has been recorded
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Planning
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There is a fully documented health and safety plan in place for the site.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a record to show that the plan has been communicated to all relevant employees.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a record to show that the plan is regularly monitored to ensure it is being implemented effectively.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a record to show that the plan is regularly reviewed and updated.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Audit and Review
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There is a record of monthly safety inspections for the site.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a record of an audit for the site.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a record of all accidents that have been reported.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a record of accident investigation of more serious accidents or potentially more serious accidents.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Arrangements are in place to ensure the results of safety inspections and accident reports are analysed and corrective actions identified.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Corrective actions identified from safety inspections and accident investigations are effectively implemented?
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Risk Assessments
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Generic risk assessments have been conducted for the site.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Manual handling assessments have been completed where necessary
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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COSHH assessments have been completed where necessary.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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DSE assessments have been completed where necessary.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Fire risk assessments have been completed for the site.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a first aid risk assessment for the site.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Pregnant worker assessments have been completed where necessary
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Physical violence assessments have been completed where necessary
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Lone working assessments have been completed where necessary
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Off site working has been assessed
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Stress risk assessments have been completed. .
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Other relevant risk assessments have been completed. Specify which in comments
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Employees have been consulted in the risk assessment process
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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The findings of the risk assessments have been communicated to employees.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Where necessary employees have received appropriate training in ways of avoiding hazards identified in the risk assessments.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a mechanism in place to ensure corrective actions identified by risk assessments are effectively implemented.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is a mechanism in place for reviewing and revising the assessments?
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Work Equipment
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Statutory inspections are carried out on necessary equipment such as lifts, pressure vessels, extraction equipment etc.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Routine inspections are carried out on work equipment.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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All operators of work equipment have received appropriate training in its use.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Procedures are in place to ensure the purchase, installation and use of work equipment is safe.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Safe Working Procedures
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Safe systems of work, Systems are in place for protecting employees who carry out high risk work activities (Linked to risk assessments).
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Arrangements are in place for ensuring the effective use of safe working procedures.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Arrangements are in place for reviewing and revising safe working procedures (should be linked to risk assessment review)
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Arrangements are in place for informing and instructing employees on the use of safe working procedures.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Occupational Health
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Employees have access to the services of an Occupational Health Practitioner.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Visitors and Contractors
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Measures are in place to protect the safety of visitors on site.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Measures are in place to protect the safety of Contractors at the site.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Measures are in place to protect the safety of the general public whilst on site.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Arrangements are in place for monitoring visitor and contractor controls whilst they are on site.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Fire Safety
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Fire evacuation: Arrangements are in place for ensuring the safe evacuation of personnel in the event of a fire?
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Fire alarm: Appropriate measures are in place for raising the alarm in the event of a fire.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Control measures are in place for preventing an outbreak of fire.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Falls from heights
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Controls are in place to avoid working at height and prevent falls or minimising the consequences for those personnel that need to work at height.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Service installations
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All fixed appliances and wiring have been tested within the last 5 years.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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All portable appliances have been tested at a suitable frequency.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Has any Gas fuelled appliances had a gas safety check
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Storage facilities
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Articles and substances, Suitable storage facilities have been provided for articles and substances.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Unsafe acts
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Employees all appeared to be working in a safe manner.
- Yes
- No- MAJOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - MINOR NON CONFORMITY
- No - Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
House keeping & Sanitation
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All floors are clean and fully intact without any flooring issues.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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All carpets are clean and intact and securely fastened to the floor.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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All walls are clean, intact, without holes, peeling paint or cracks.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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All ceilings are clean, intact, without broken or water stained or mold infested tiles, peeling paint.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Rooms are well lit and all overhead lights are in working condition.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Toys, materials and furniture are safe, durable and in good condition (e.g. materials free of sharp edges and loose pieces, balloons and/or plastic bags not used; no choking hazards).
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Toys are stored in a safe and orderly fashion.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Facilities enable the safe and effective participation of children with disabilities.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Bathroom facilities for children are separate from areas used for cooking, eating or children's activities.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Hand-washing sinks are accessible to staff and children, with step stools available if needed, and supplied with liquid soap, paper towels and trash receptacles.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Bathroom facilities are clean (evidence of being cleaned and sanitized daily) and supplied with liquid soap, toilet paper, paper towels, and trash receptacles. Grout on floor and wall tiles is clean and free from mold.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Pedestrian safety, Provisions have been made to ensure the safety of pedestrians from moving vehicles.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Hot water is moderated to be a comfortable temperature in all sinks accessible to children.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Stairways and walkways are free of tripping hazards (e.g. Toys, boxes,uneven treads or risers).
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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All shelving is secured and not overloaded, with no items placed on shelves that could pose a danger for a child reaching for them.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Electrical plugs, power strips and electrical cords are safe.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Electrical cords are covered or positioned to eliminate potential hazards to children.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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All fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs have protective covers or shields. Protective shields are clean and secure.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Steam and hot water pipes, radiators and electrical space heaters are protected by screens, guards, insulation or any other suitable, non-combustible protective device.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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There is an absence of highly flammable furnishings, decorations, or materials that emit toxic fumes.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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All corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic or highly flammable substance are stored in a locked cabinet.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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All cleaning equipment (e.g brooms, mops, vacuums, etc.) is hung out of the reach of children's or stored outside of the classroom.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Bins are * Made of durable, leak-proof and no absorbent materials; * Lined if used for food waste; * Covered in a secure manner; * Emptied to the outdoor bins when filled; * Maintained in a sanitary manner.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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The site is free of rodent or insect infestation.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Adult bathrooms are labeled as such and have hand washing procedures clearly posted.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks and other plumbing are in good operating condition.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Bathroom mirrors, dispensers and other equipment are fastened securely.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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When adult size toilets and/or urinals are used by children, platforms are available as appropriate.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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The building structure is sufficiently maintained to prevent excessive drafts or heat loss and water from entering. The center is free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage, or mold of any kind.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Ventilation outlets are clean and free from obstructions, filters are replaced when saturated.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
Kitchen & Food Storage
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Refrigerator, oven, cabinets, working area and cookIng equipment are clean, sanitary and in good condition.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Fire blanket is accessible.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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A sanitizing agent available.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A
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Refrigerators have thermometers showing temperatures of 3-7 degrees C, and there is temperature log posted documenting daily temperature checks.
- Yes
- No- Major non-conformity
- No- Minor Non-conformity
- No- Opportunity for improvement
- N/A