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Conducted on
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Completed by
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Location / Site Name
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Week Commencing
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Position
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Inspection Day
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Fire
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Fire escape doors and routes clear of obstructions and well lit.
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Fire doors kept closed, operational and in good condition
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Fire extinguishers provided where necessary, accessible, not discharged and maintained.
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Clear access to dry risers, call points and alarm panel.
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Combustibles stored in containers away from the building - not accumulating in voids.
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No electrical hazards, e.g. exposed live terminals.
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Fire panel free from obvious faults.
Lifts and Escalators
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Escalators operating and no obvious faults.
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Lifts levelling correctly, no slip/trip hazards
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Lift alarms / telephones operating.
Slips, Trips and Falls
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Internal and external pedestrian routes and stairs well lit.
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Surfaces free from holes, spillages and other slip / trip hazards.
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Entrance mats provided, maintained and free from slip trip hazards.
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All stairs checked - nosing’s intact, secure handrail, minimal debris.
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Permanent obstructions at head height or below knee level highlighted/padded.
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Main access routes gritted when ice / snow.
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Drain covers intact/in good condition, free of slip, trip, fall hazards for persons walking and in pushchairs/wheelchairs
Toilets
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Soap, hand drying and hot water available in toilets.
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No water / soap leaks or other slip/trip hazards.
Building Fabric
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No loose tiles, damaged brick work, loose cladding, structural fire damage.
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Staircases, fixed ladders and fire escapes free from damage.
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Boundary fencing in sound condition no damage.
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Glazing/windows free from damaged / broken glass.
General Housekeeping
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Lighting in accessible areas operating.
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No storage / stacking that could collapse or materials that could fall.
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Absence of overgrown trees, shrubs or fallen leaves, moss on paths
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Surfaces free of excessive bird droppings.
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No obvious rat or bird activity in void areas.
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Internal routes free from accumulated debris.
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Refuse areas clean and tidy - storage is away from the building
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Void areas are secure, i.e. locked and properly boarded up.
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Signage in place e.g. fire, crossings, speed limits, asbestos roofs etc.
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Signposts, flag poles and bolted fixings properly secured.
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No loose or unsecured posts.
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Visitor’s log being completed and identification badges are being issued.
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Welfare facilities in good condition, e.g. toilets, drinking water, changing facilities, workstations etc.
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Edge protection/lifebelts around deep water provided and maintained.
Car Parks and Service Areas
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Car parks and service areas free of potholes, obstructions, spillages and debris.
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Areas well lit, no blown bulbs
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Fire doors and exit routes free of obstruction
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Drainage covers intact.
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Speed limit signs in place and speed humps clearly identified.
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Traffic routes free from obstructions to drivers vision.
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Barriers and gates checked and are secure, no damage to gate or securing points.
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Traffic markings / parking bays clear.
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Keys removed from compactors, on-site vehicles and other such equipment when not in use.
Plant Rooms and Workshops
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Plant Rooms, riser cupboards and workshops locked when not in use.
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Ventilation and lighting provided and working.
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Work equipment and materials stored safely.
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Rubber mats provided in front of control panels.
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Water tanks, sumps, pits etc. are covered.
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Noise control areas identified and ear protection provided.
Maintenance and Contractors
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Contractors / maintenance working in a segregated area.
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Safety documentation provided and accurate, e.g. permissions, permits.
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Machinery guards are in place, e.g. lifting gear, belts, fans etc.
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Lift telephones/remote monitoring systems are operating effectively
Roof and Falls from Height
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Roof/tower/tank access and fixed ladders kept locked /secured.
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Key control system working effectively
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Free from slip/trip hazards and general debris / litter
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Edge protection checked, in sound condition
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Cradles/lifting gear secured to prevent unauthorised use and covered to minimise weather damage.
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No unguarded drops.
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Ladders maintained and secured to prevent unauthorised use.
Children Areas
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Equipment, surfaces etc. clean and free from damage, spillages etc.
Asbestos Risk Monitoring
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Asbestos materials labelled and free from damage.
CCTV
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Has the time and date been checked for accuracy on the CCTV system?
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Is the CCTV system fully functional?
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Has a playback check been carried out? (Once a week from footage more than 24 hours old)
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Is there a clear line of sight from all cameras? (i.e. no obstructions)
Completion
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Name and Signature of the person completing the audit
