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Office
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Persons in Attendance
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Building/ Rooms/ Floors covered on the Checklist
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During the inspection of the designated area, complete the checklist below. Check NA if the item does not apply
Fire Safety
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Have fire marshalls been appointed for each floor of the building?
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Are the details of the Fire Marshalls displayed on each floor?
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Have Fire Marshall's undergone training in respect of their duties?
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When did they undertake the training?
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Are fire exits & escape routes clear?
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Who is responsible for checking?
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Are combustible materials stored in emergency escape areas?
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Have fire drills been conducted every 6 months?
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When was the last Drill undertaken?
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Are weekly fire alarm tests being carried out?
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Is the information recorded in the Fire Book?
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Do all personnel know where fire extinguishers are located – have a proportion of the staff been trained in their use?
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When and how was the training provided?
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Are exit doors closed and not propped open?
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Are fire extinguishers easily accessible, checked monthly, and operational?
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Who carrys out the checks?
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Are fire extinguishers mounted so that the travel distance to any extinguisher is 30m or less?
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Is sufficient fire signage erected? ie Type, above extinguishers, exit routes, fire doors etc
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Are corridors/stairs clear and unobstructed?
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What is causing the obstruction?
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Has a fire risk assessment been carried out?
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Have actions identified in the report been completed?
General Safety
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Are aisles, doorways and corners free of obstructions to permit visibility and movement?
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What is causing the obstruction?
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Is lighting in work areas and walkways adequate?
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Are chairs in a safe condition and are caster, rungs and legs sturdy?
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Is all equipment and supplies in their proper places?
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Is housekeeping being adequately maintained?
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Are COSHH assessments available for housekeeping chemicals?
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Is insurance and H&S Law poster prominently displayed?
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Have the responsible persons named on the poster?
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Are there adequate First Aiders appointed?
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Are the details of the First Aiders displayed on each floor?
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Is there a fully stocked first aid kit available?
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Are the supplies in date?
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Has the First Aid Checklist been completed within the last 6 months?
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Has the First Aid Risk Assessment been reviewed in the last 12 months?
Trip/Fall Hazards
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Is the floor surface level and undamaged?
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Are floors wet or slippery?
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Is there a warning sign available in case of spills?
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Where are they kept?
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Are clean up supplies readily available?
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Where are they kept?
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Are there Non-slip mats in the entry ways if needed?
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Are carpeted areas clean, carpets secured to floor and free of worn or frayed seams?
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Is any equipment or supplies protruding into walkways?
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Can they be relocated or stored in an appropriate location elsewhere?
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Are there cords or cables causing a trip hazard?
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Are permanent use cords covered by runners when crossing walkways?
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Is a step stool or ladder available to minimize the use of chairs for reaching high objects?
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Where is this stored?
Electrical
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Is access to electrical panels or electrical room unobstructed (at least 36”)?
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Are outlets overloaded?
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Are fixed electrical sockets in good working condition?
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Are extension cords used in lieu of fixed wiring?
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Are power strip being used in work areas? 1 power strip only connect to a fixed socket outlet (no daisy chains)
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Are they being 'Daisy Chained'?
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Electrical cords and plugs are in good condition? (i.e., not frayed, taped, spliced, or missing ground prongs)
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Are all electrical equipment in good working condition?
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Has all portable electrical equipment been PAT tested?
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When were they last inspected?
Additional Comments
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