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Previous inspection

  • Has the last inspection been reviewed?

  • Are there outstanding actions?

FARM OFFICE

Fire Prevention

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

  • Extinguishers recently serviced?

  • Extinguishers clear of obstructions?

  • Emergency exit doors easily opened?

  • Exits clear of obstructions?

General Lighting

  • Light fittings clean and in good condition?

  • Emergency exit lighting operable?

  • Work areas have no burnt-out lights.

Building Structure

  • Guttering: In tact, not leaking, not blocked, clips in place and leading to a clear drain?

  • Columns in good condition, undamaged, secured to the ground?

  • Columns visible outside have reflective markers for low light levels?

  • Rafters and bracings in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Purlins in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Any windows / skylights are secured into the framework and clean for providing light?

  • Walls: All paneling, brickwork, partitioning in a good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Roofing: All elements of the roof are in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • The flooring within the building is level and undamaged?

  • Any elements that are damaged have safety signage prominently displayed until the issue can be remedied?

Building Safety

  • Clear signage on the exterior of buildings with permission of entry?

  • Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  • Entry and walkways kept clear?

  • Emergency plan clearly visible and filled in?

  • HSAW poster clearly visible and filled in?

  • Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  • Insurance Certificate and Policy Statement on display?

  • Doors open and close correctly and have means of being secured?

  • Pedestrian segregation from vehicles when exiting all buildings

  • Signage with the Farm Rules and Safety information on display on the exterior of the building?

Rubbish, Waste and Debris Removal

  • Bins/skips located at suitable points around site?

  • Bins emptied regularly?

  • Signage on bins for the purpose?

  • Brooms, dustpans and brushes are available and stored neatly?

  • Is a shovel present for snow removal at the main entrance?

  • Is there salt on walk ways that are prone to forming ice on walkways?

  • Is there enough salt for at least 1 week of sub zero weather controls?

Electrical Safety

  • No broken plugs, sockets or switches?

  • Electrical extension cords and plugs are water proof?

  • No power leads across walkways?

  • No frayed or damaged leads?

  • Electrical panels clear of obstruction by at least 3 ft on either side and infrastructure of the panel allowing for easy and ready access

First Aid Facilities

  • Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?

  • Are contents regularly checked?

  • No contents past their expiry date?

  • Cabinets clearly labelled?

  • Is there easy access to cabinets?

  • Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  • Are first aiders available?

  • Are emergency numbers and farm address displayed?

Office Hazards (Including Home Office)

  • Condition of chairs?

  • Desks in good condition? (No damage.)

  • Screen Based Equipment positioned to prevent ergonomic strain?

  • Photocopiers in good condition?

  • Desks are clear of clutter and organized?

WORKSHOP

Work Benches - Maintenance Shops

  • Work benches clear of rubbish?

  • Tools not in use are kept in place?

  • No damaged hand tools in use?

  • No damaged power tools in use?

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

  • Ergonomic Mats avilable/used where static standing required to complete work tasks?

  • Grinders have shields in place?

  • PPE in good condition?

  • Safety Glasses used while conducting work?

  • Are clear trip hazards such as clutter, tools and rubbish left on floor, extension cords unsecured, etc.?

  • Oily rags and combustible refuse in covered metal containers?

  • Are gas cylinders and storage tanks, protected from accidental contact and secured?

Building Safety

  • Clear signage on the exterior of buildings with permission of entry?

  • Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  • Entry and walkways kept clear?

  • Emergency plan clearly visible and filled in?

  • Stairs kept clear?

  • HSAW poster clearly visible and filled in?

  • Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  • Insurance Certificate and Policy Statement on display?

  • Doors open and close correctly and have means of being secured?

  • Pedestrian segregation from vehicles when exiting all buildings

Storage Design and Use

  • Materials stored in racks and bins wherever possible?

  • Storage designed to minimise lifting problems?

  • Floors around racking clear of rubbish?

  • General condition of racks and pallets?

  • Racking displays weight capacity of the storage unit?

Rubbish, Waste and Debris Removal

  • Bins/skips located at suitable points around site?

  • Bins emptied regularly?

  • Signage on bins for the purpose?

  • Brooms, dustpans and brushes are available and stored neatly?

Machinery

  • Are they kept clean?

  • Are the floors around the machines kept clean?

  • Guards in good condition?

  • Starting and stopping devices within easy reach of operator?

  • Warning labels and Emergency Stops clearly displayed and in good condition?

  • Drip pans on floor to prevent spillage?

  • Organized and free of clutter, misc. items and rubbish?

  • Is lighting adequate?

  • Noise levels controlled?

  • Operators trained/inducted into the operation of the machines?

  • Have associates received applicable training?

  • Do operators comply with the training?

  • Are emergency stop procedures implemented and followed?

Chemical Safety

  • Hazardous Substance Register complete and available?

  • Material Safety Data Sheets available for all chemicals?

  • Risk assessments completed for hazardous substances?

  • All containers labelled correctly?

  • Unused substances disposed of?

  • Are any items stored together that can react?

  • If applicable are special storage conditions followed?

  • Workers trained in the use of hazardous substances?

  • If required is PPE available?

  • Is adequate ventilation provided?

  • Are eye washes and showers easily accessed and clear of obstruction?

  • Warning signs in place for chemical cages and cages are locked?

  • Ladders
  • Ladder Number

  • Is the ladder certified with a legible label? (Non Household rated, check label.)

  • Steps / rungs? - Not loose, bent, cracked, missing. Free of slippery materials

  • Pail shelf: Not missing, loose, bent or stuck in the incorrect position?

  • Rails: Not loose, cracked, bent or missing. Free of slippery materials

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

Electrical Safety

  • No broken plugs, sockets or switches?

  • Electrical extension cords and plugs are water proof?

  • No power leads across walkways?

  • No frayed or damaged leads?

  • Portable power tools in good condition?

  • Electrical panels clear of obstruction by at least 3 ft on either side and infrastructure of the panel allowing for easy and ready access

Fire Prevention

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

  • Extinguishers recently serviced?

  • Extinguishers clear of obstructions?

  • Emergency exit doors easily opened?

  • Exits clear of obstructions?

Building Structure

  • Guttering: In tact, not leaking, not blocked, clips in place and leading to a clear drain?

  • Columns in good condition, undamaged, secured to the ground?

  • Columns visible outside have reflective markers for low light levels?

  • Rafters and bracings in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Purlins in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Any windows / skylights are secured into the framework and clean for providing light?

  • Walls: All paneling, brickwork, partitioning in a good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Roofing: All elements of the roof are in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • The flooring within the building is level and undamaged?

  • Doors open and close correctly and have means of being secured?

  • Any elements that are damaged have safety signage prominently displayed until the issue can be remedied?

Building Safety

  • Clear signage on the exterior of buildings with permission of entry?

  • Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  • Entry and walkways kept clear?

  • Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  • Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  • Doors open and close correctly and have means of being secured?

  • Pedestrian segregation from vehicles when exiting all buildings

First Aid Facilities

  • Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?

  • Are contents regularly checked?

  • No contents past their expiry date?

  • Cabinets clearly labelled?

  • Is there easy access to cabinets?

  • Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  • Are first aiders available?

  • Are emergency numbers and farm address displayed?

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STORAGE SHEDS / BUILDINGS

Building Safety

  • Clear signage on the exterior of buildings with permission of entry?

  • Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  • Entry and walkways kept clear?

  • Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  • Intersections kept clear of boxes, skids, vehicles, etc.?

  • Stairs kept clear?

  • Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  • Are hand railings and access ladders to roof tops in good condition?

  • Loading docks area clean and tidy?

  • Catwalks and work platforms have rails at 42" and are in good condition

  • Pedestrian segregation from vehicles when exiting all buildings

Building Structure

  • Guttering: In tact, not leaking, not blocked, clips in place and leading to a clear drain?

  • Columns in good condition, undamaged, secured to the ground?

  • Columns visible outside have reflective markers for low light levels?

  • Rafters and bracings in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Purlins in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Any windows / skylights are secured into the framework and clean for providing light?

  • Walls: All paneling, brickwork, partitioning in a good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Roofing: All elements of the roof are in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • The flooring within the building is level and undamaged?

  • Any elements that are damaged have safety signage prominently displayed until the issue can be remedied?

Yard around the buildings

  • Does the yard have sufficient exterior lighting for low light level and night working?

  • Is the surface of the yard level with no pot holes?

  • Is the surface of the yard clear of any hazards liable to create trips, slips and falls?

  • Is there sufficient safety signage indicating permissions to be on the yard, the speed vehicles must travel and procedures for guests?

  • Are vehicles, machinery and materials neatly stored and not causing an obstruction?

  • Are there barriers or mirrors in blind spots around buildings to prevent pedestrian and vehicle collisions?

  • Are all gates properly hung and easy to access and use? Do heavy gates have wheels to assist with movement?

Machinery (Both fixed such as silos, and maneuverable such as Tractors, Balers, Flails etc)

  • Are they kept clean?

  • Are the floors around the machines kept clean?

  • Guards in good condition?

  • Starting and stopping devices within easy reach of operator?

  • Warning labels and Emergency Stops clearly displayed and in good condition?

  • Drip pans on floor to prevent spillage?

  • Organized and free of clutter, misc. items and rubbish?

  • Is lighting adequate?

  • Noise levels controlled?

  • Operators trained/inducted into the operation of the machines?

  • Have associates received applicable training?

  • Do operators comply with the training?

  • Are emergency stop procedures implemented and followed?

Fire Prevention

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

  • Extinguishers recently serviced?

  • Extinguishers clear of obstructions?

  • Emergency exit doors easily opened?

  • Exits clear of obstructions?

Electrical Safety

  • No broken plugs, sockets or switches?

  • Electrical extension cords and plugs are water proof?

  • No power leads across walkways?

  • No frayed or damaged leads?

  • Portable power tools in good condition?

  • Electrical panels clear of obstruction by at least 3 ft on either side and infrastructure of the panel allowing for easy and ready access

First Aid Facilities

  • Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?

  • Are contents regularly checked?

  • No contents past their expiry date?

  • Cabinets clearly labelled?

  • Is there easy access to cabinets?

  • Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  • Are first aiders available?

  • Are emergency numbers and farm address displayed?

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    Ladders
  • Ladder Number

  • Is the ladder certified with a legible label? (Non Household rated, check label.)

  • Steps / rungs? - Not loose, bent, cracked, missing. Free of slippery materials

  • Pail shelf: Not missing, loose, bent or stuck in the incorrect position?

  • Rails: Not loose, cracked, bent or missing. Free of slippery materials

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

Chemical Safety

  • Hazardous Substance Register complete and available?

  • Material Safety Data Sheets available for all chemicals?

  • Risk assessments completed for hazardous substances?

  • All containers labelled correctly?

  • Unused substances disposed of?

  • Are any items stored together that can react?

  • If applicable are special storage conditions followed?

  • Workers trained in the use of hazardous substances?

  • If required is PPE available?

  • Is adequate ventilation provided?

  • Are eye washes and showers easily accessed and clear of obstruction?

  • Warning signs in place for chemical cages and cages are locked?

Rubbish, Waste and Debris Removal

  • Bins/skips located at suitable points around site?

  • Bins emptied regularly?

  • Signage on bins for the purpose?

  • Brooms, dustpans and brushes are available and stored neatly?

GRAIN SHED

Fire Prevention

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

  • Extinguishers recently serviced?

  • Extinguishers clear of obstructions?

  • Emergency exit doors easily opened?

  • Exits clear of obstructions?

Rubbish, Waste and Debris Removal

  • Bins/skips located at suitable points around site?

  • Bins emptied regularly?

  • Signage on bins for the purpose?

  • Brooms, dustpans and brushes are available and stored neatly?

Machinery (Both fixed such as silos, and maneuverable such as Tractors, Balers, Flails etc)

  • Are they kept clean?

  • Are the floors around the machines kept clean?

  • Guards in good condition?

  • Starting and stopping devices within easy reach of operator?

  • Warning labels and Emergency Stops clearly displayed and in good condition?

  • Drip pans on floor to prevent spillage?

  • Organized and free of clutter, misc. items and rubbish?

  • Is lighting adequate?

  • Noise levels controlled?

  • Operators trained/inducted into the operation of the machines?

  • Have associates received applicable training?

  • Do operators comply with the training?

  • Are emergency stop procedures implemented and followed?

  • Ladders
  • Ladder Number

  • Is the ladder certified with a legible label? (Non Household rated, check label.)

  • Steps / rungs? - Not loose, bent, cracked, missing. Free of slippery materials

  • Pail shelf: Not missing, loose, bent or stuck in the incorrect position?

  • Rails: Not loose, cracked, bent or missing. Free of slippery materials

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

Building Safety

  • Clear signage on the exterior of buildings with permission of entry?

  • Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  • Entry and walkways kept clear?

  • Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  • Intersections kept clear of boxes, skids, vehicles, etc.?

  • Stairs kept clear?

  • Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  • Are hand railings and access ladders to roof tops in good condition?

  • Loading docks area clean and tidy?

  • Pedestrian segregation from vehicles when exiting all buildings

  • Dust extraction in place? Extractors are regularly serviced and recorded?

Building Structure

  • Guttering: In tact, not leaking, not blocked, clips in place and leading to a clear drain?

  • Columns in good condition, undamaged, secured to the ground?

  • Columns visible outside have reflective markers for low light levels?

  • Rafters and bracings in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Purlins in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Any windows / skylights are secured into the framework and clean for providing light?

  • Walls: All paneling, brickwork, partitioning in a good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Roofing: All elements of the roof are in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • The flooring within the building is level and undamaged?

  • Any elements that are damaged have safety signage prominently displayed until the issue can be remedied?

General Lighting

  • Light fittings clean and in good condition?

  • Emergency exit lighting operable?

  • Work areas have no burnt-out lights.

Chemical Safety

  • Hazardous Substance Register complete and available?

  • Material Safety Data Sheets available for all chemicals?

  • Risk assessments completed for hazardous substances?

  • All containers labelled correctly?

  • Unused substances disposed of?

  • Are any items stored together that can react?

  • If applicable are special storage conditions followed?

  • Workers trained in the use of hazardous substances?

  • If required is PPE available?

  • Is adequate ventilation provided?

  • Are eye washes and showers easily accessed and clear of obstruction?

  • Warning signs in place for chemical cages and cages are locked?

Yard around the Grain storage

  • Does the yard have sufficient exterior lighting for low light level and night working?

  • Is the surface of the yard level with no pot holes?

  • Is the surface of the yard clear of any hazards liable to create trips, slips and falls?

  • Is there sufficient safety signage indicating permissions to be on the yard, the speed vehicles must travel and procedures for guests?

  • Are vehicles, machinery and materials neatly stored and not causing an obstruction?

  • Are there barriers or mirrors in blind spots around buildings to prevent pedestrian and vehicle collisions?

  • Are all gates properly hung and easy to access and use? Do heavy gates have wheels to assist with movement?

Electrical Safety

  • No broken plugs, sockets or switches?

  • Electrical extension cords and plugs are water proof?

  • No power leads across walkways?

  • No frayed or damaged leads?

  • Portable power tools in good condition?

  • Electrical panels clear of obstruction by at least 3 ft on either side and infrastructure of the panel allowing for easy and ready access

First Aid Facilities

  • Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?

  • Are contents regularly checked?

  • No contents past their expiry date?

  • Cabinets clearly labelled?

  • Is there easy access to cabinets?

  • Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  • Are first aiders available?

  • Are emergency numbers and farm address displayed?

LOGGING OPERATIONS

Fire Prevention

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

  • Extinguishers recently serviced?

  • Extinguishers clear of obstructions?

  • Emergency exit doors easily opened?

  • Exits clear of obstructions?

First Aid Facilities

  • Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?

  • Are contents regularly checked?

  • No contents past their expiry date?

  • Cabinets clearly labelled?

  • Is there easy access to cabinets?

  • Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  • Are first aiders available?

  • Are emergency numbers and farm address displayed?

Rubbish, Waste and Debris Removal

  • Bins/skips located at suitable points around site?

  • Bins emptied regularly?

  • Signage on bins for the purpose?

  • Brooms, dustpans and brushes are available and stored neatly?

Building Structure

  • Guttering: In tact, not leaking, not blocked, clips in place and leading to a clear drain?

  • Columns in good condition, undamaged, secured to the ground?

  • Columns visible outside have reflective markers for low light levels?

  • Rafters and bracings in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Purlins in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Any windows / skylights are secured into the framework and clean for providing light?

  • Walls: All paneling, brickwork, partitioning in a good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Roofing: All elements of the roof are in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • The flooring within the building is level and undamaged?

  • Any elements that are damaged have safety signage prominently displayed until the issue can be remedied?

Building Safety

  • Clear signage on the exterior of buildings with permission of entry?

  • Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  • Entry and walkways kept clear?

  • Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  • Intersections kept clear of boxes, skids, vehicles, etc.?

  • Stairs kept clear?

  • Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  • Are hand railings and access ladders to roof tops in good condition?

  • Loading docks area clean and tidy?

  • Catwalks and work platforms have rails at 42" and are in good condition

  • Pedestrian segregation from vehicles when exiting all buildings

Machinery (Both fixed such as silos, and maneuverable such as Tractors, Balers, Flails etc)

  • Are they kept clean?

  • Are the floors around the machines kept clean?

  • Guards in good condition?

  • Starting and stopping devices within easy reach of operator?

  • Warning labels and Emergency Stops clearly displayed and in good condition?

  • Drip pans on floor to prevent spillage?

  • Organized and free of clutter, misc. items and rubbish?

  • Is lighting adequate?

  • Noise levels controlled?

  • Operators trained/inducted into the operation of the machines?

  • Have associates received applicable training?

  • Do operators comply with the training?

  • Are emergency stop procedures implemented and followed?

Logging storage

  • Log stacks adequately segregated from all persons including the public?

  • Log stacks have clear warning signage?

  • Lumber stacks are neat and without risk of collapse?

  • Log baskets are neatly and correctly stacked without risk of collapse?

Electrical Safety

  • No broken plugs, sockets or switches?

  • Electrical extension cords and plugs are water proof?

  • No power leads across walkways?

  • No frayed or damaged leads?

  • Portable power tools in good condition?

  • Electrical panels clear of obstruction by at least 3 ft on either side and infrastructure of the panel allowing for easy and ready access

Yards around logging operations including stacks

  • Does the yard have sufficient exterior lighting for low light level and night working?

  • Is the surface of the yard level with no pot holes?

  • Is the surface of the yard clear of any hazards liable to create trips, slips and falls?

  • Is there sufficient safety signage indicating permissions to be on the yard, the speed vehicles must travel and procedures for guests?

  • Are vehicles, machinery and materials neatly stored and not causing an obstruction?

  • Are there barriers or mirrors in blind spots around buildings to prevent pedestrian and vehicle collisions?

  • Are all gates properly hung and easy to access and use? Do heavy gates have wheels to assist with movement?

FARM TRACKS

Tracks and Public Rights of Way

  • Is the surface of the farm tracks level with no pot holes?

  • Is the surface of the farm tracks clear of any hazards liable to create trips, slips and falls?

  • Is there sufficient safety signage indicating permissions to be on the tracks, where permissions end, the speed vehicles must travel and procedures for members of the public?

  • Are there barriers or mirrors in blind spots around buildings to prevent pedestrian and vehicle collisions?

  • Are all gates properly hung and easy to access and use? Do heavy gates have wheels to assist with movement?

  • Are all bridges crossing bodies of water in good condition?

  • Are all bridges crossing bodies of water or ditches signposted with reflective posts?

FERTILISER SHED

Building Safety

  • Clear signage on the exterior of buildings with permission of entry?

  • Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  • Entry and walkways kept clear?

  • Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  • Intersections kept clear of boxes, skids, vehicles, etc.?

  • Stairs kept clear?

  • Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  • Are hand railings and access ladders to roof tops in good condition?

  • Loading docks area clean and tidy?

  • Pedestrian segregation from vehicles when exiting all buildings

Building Structure

  • Guttering: In tact, not leaking, not blocked, clips in place and leading to a clear drain?

  • Columns in good condition, undamaged, secured to the ground?

  • Columns visible outside have reflective markers for low light levels?

  • Rafters and bracings in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Purlins in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Any windows / skylights are secured into the framework and clean for providing light?

  • Walls: All paneling, brickwork, partitioning in a good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Roofing: All elements of the roof are in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • The flooring within the building is level and undamaged?

  • Any elements that are damaged have safety signage prominently displayed until the issue can be remedied?

Fire Prevention

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

  • Extinguishers recently serviced?

  • Extinguishers clear of obstructions?

  • Emergency exit doors easily opened?

  • Exits clear of obstructions?

First Aid Facilities

  • Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?

  • Are contents regularly checked?

  • No contents past their expiry date?

  • Cabinets clearly labelled?

  • Is there easy access to cabinets?

  • Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  • Are first aiders available?

  • Are emergency numbers and farm address displayed?

  • Ladders
  • Ladder Number

  • Is the ladder certified with a legible label? (Non Household rated, check label.)

  • Steps / rungs? - Not loose, bent, cracked, missing. Free of slippery materials

  • Pail shelf: Not missing, loose, bent or stuck in the incorrect position?

  • Rails: Not loose, cracked, bent or missing. Free of slippery materials

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

Electrical Safety

  • No broken plugs, sockets or switches?

  • Electrical extension cords and plugs are water proof?

  • No power leads across walkways?

  • No frayed or damaged leads?

  • Portable power tools in good condition?

  • Electrical panels clear of obstruction by at least 3 ft on either side and infrastructure of the panel allowing for easy and ready access

Outbuildings located around the fertiliser shed

  • Clear signage on the exterior of buildings with permission of entry?

  • Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  • Entry and walkways kept clear?

  • Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  • Intersections kept clear of boxes, skids, vehicles, etc.?

  • Stairs kept clear?

  • Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  • Are hand railings and access ladders to roof tops in good condition?

  • Loading docks area clean and tidy?

  • Pedestrian segregation from vehicles when exiting all buildings

Yard around Fertiliser Shed

  • Does the yard have sufficient exterior lighting for low light level and night working?

  • Is the surface of the yard level with no pot holes?

  • Is the surface of the yard clear of any hazards liable to create trips, slips and falls?

  • Is there sufficient safety signage indicating permissions to be on the yard, the speed vehicles must travel and procedures for guests?

  • Are vehicles, machinery and materials neatly stored and not causing an obstruction?

  • Are there barriers or mirrors in blind spots around buildings to prevent pedestrian and vehicle collisions?

  • Are all gates properly hung and easy to access and use? Do heavy gates have wheels to assist with movement?

The Burn Heap

  • Is the current burn heap located at least 10 metres away from any structure?

  • Are the contents of the heap complicit with the Estate's Environmental Policy?

  • CURRENT PHOTO OF BURN HEAP FROM 3 ANGLES

Rubbish, Waste and Debris Removal

  • Bins/skips located at suitable points around site?

  • Bins emptied regularly?

  • Signage on bins for the purpose?

  • Brooms, dustpans and brushes are available and stored neatly?

Chemical Safety

  • Hazardous Substance Register complete and available?

  • Material Safety Data Sheets available for all chemicals?

  • Risk assessments completed for hazardous substances?

  • All containers labelled correctly?

  • Unused substances disposed of?

  • Are any items stored together that can react?

  • If applicable are special storage conditions followed?

  • Workers trained in the use of hazardous substances?

  • If required is PPE available?

  • Is adequate ventilation provided?

  • Are eye washes and showers easily accessed and clear of obstruction?

  • Warning signs in place for chemical cages and cages are locked?

PIG SHEDS & OFFICE

Fire Prevention

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

  • Extinguishers recently serviced?

  • Extinguishers clear of obstructions?

  • Emergency exit doors easily opened?

  • Exits clear of obstructions?

First Aid Facilities

  • Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?

  • Are contents regularly checked?

  • No contents past their expiry date?

  • Cabinets clearly labelled?

  • Is there easy access to cabinets?

  • Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  • Are first aiders available?

  • Are emergency numbers and farm address displayed?

Office Hazards (Including Home Office)

  • Condition of chairs?

  • Desks in good condition? (No damage.)

  • Screen Based Equipment positioned to prevent ergonomic strain?

  • Photocopiers in good condition?

  • Desks are clear of clutter and organized?

Electrical Safety

  • No broken plugs, sockets or switches?

  • Electrical extension cords and plugs are water proof?

  • No power leads across walkways?

  • No frayed or damaged leads?

  • Portable power tools in good condition?

  • Electrical panels clear of obstruction by at least 3 ft on either side and infrastructure of the panel allowing for easy and ready access

Building Safety

  • Clear signage on the exterior of buildings with permission of entry?

  • Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

  • Entry and walkways kept clear?

  • Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

  • Intersections kept clear of boxes, skids, vehicles, etc.?

  • Stairs kept clear?

  • Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  • Are hand railings and access ladders to roof tops in good condition?

  • Loading docks area clean and tidy?

  • Catwalks and work platforms have rails at 42" and are in good condition

  • Pedestrian segregation from vehicles when exiting all buildings

  • Dust extraction in place?

Building Structure

  • Guttering: In tact, not leaking, not blocked, clips in place and leading to a clear drain?

  • Columns in good condition, undamaged, secured to the ground?

  • Columns visible outside have reflective markers for low light levels?

  • Rafters and bracings in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Purlins in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Any windows / skylights are secured into the framework and clean for providing light?

  • Walls: All paneling, brickwork, partitioning in a good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • Roofing: All elements of the roof are in good condition, undamaged and secure?

  • The flooring within the building is level and undamaged?

  • Any elements that are damaged have safety signage prominently displayed until the issue can be remedied?

Pig Yard (including road condition)

  • Does the yard have sufficient exterior lighting for low light level and night working?

  • Is the surface of the yard level with no pot holes?

  • Is the surface of the yard clear of any hazards liable to create trips, slips and falls?

  • Is there sufficient safety signage indicating permissions to be on the yard, the speed vehicles must travel and procedures for guests?

  • Are vehicles, machinery and materials neatly stored and not causing an obstruction?

  • Are there barriers or mirrors in blind spots around buildings to prevent pedestrian and vehicle collisions?

  • Are all gates properly hung and easy to access and use? Do heavy gates have wheels to assist with movement?

Machinery (Both fixed such as silos, and maneuverable such as Tractors, Balers, Flails etc)

  • Are they kept clean?

  • Are the floors around the machines kept clean?

  • Guards in good condition?

  • Starting and stopping devices within easy reach of operator?

  • Warning labels and Emergency Stops clearly displayed and in good condition?

  • Drip pans on floor to prevent spillage?

  • Organized and free of clutter, misc. items and rubbish?

  • Is lighting adequate?

  • Noise levels controlled?

  • Operators trained/inducted into the operation of the machines?

  • Have associates received applicable training?

  • Do operators comply with the training?

  • Are emergency stop procedures implemented and followed?

  • Ladders
  • Ladder Number

  • Is the ladder certified with a legible label? (Non Household rated, check label.)

  • Steps / rungs? - Not loose, bent, cracked, missing. Free of slippery materials

  • Pail shelf: Not missing, loose, bent or stuck in the incorrect position?

  • Rails: Not loose, cracked, bent or missing. Free of slippery materials

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

Rubbish, Waste and Debris Removal

  • Bins/skips located at suitable points around site?

  • Bins emptied regularly?

  • Signage on bins for the purpose?

  • Brooms, dustpans and brushes are available and stored neatly?

General Lighting

  • Light fittings clean and in good condition?

  • Emergency exit lighting operable?

  • Work areas have no burnt-out lights.

PEST CONTROL

  • Number of days between visits by the pest control opererative?

  • Are all vermin boxes currently in good working order?

  • Vermin bait is kept in a locked storage facility?

REQUIRED WORKS TO BE SCHEDULED

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Provided Works Vehicle Condition

  • Schedule maintenance performed?

  • Oil and washer fluid levels sufficient?

  • Condition of tyres?

  • Brakes in good condition?

  • Lights? (Check operation of brake, indicator and reversing lights)

  • Condition of drivers seat and seat belt?

  • Condition of other seats?

Comments and Concerns

  • Any related comments, infractions, non-compliance items can be documented here:

  • Are there any new employees who require additional training?

Change Management

  • Is there any new or modified equipment in the department?

  • Have there been any recent changes to the processes? i.e. equipment moved or relocated?

  • Was a Pre-start instruction on the use of new equipment completed?

Contractor Safety Compliance

  • Are there any contractor(s) in the department performing work?

  • Has the contractor(s) signed in at the farm office?

  • Has the contractor(s) completed a contractor agreement prior to performing work?

New Workers

  • Are there any new workers?

  • Name of Worker

  • Did their supervisor complete an induction prior to the employee beginning work?

  • The associate must stop work immediately until a supervisor has trained the worker on hazards and their role within the farm.

  • Does the worker know where to go in the event of an emergency (fire, violence, power outage, severe weather)?

  • Retrained the associate on their evacuation points - Associate initial

  • Are there any comments or concerns from the associate in regards to health and safety in the workplace?

  • Comments:

Sign Off

  • Farm Manager Signature

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