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  • HEALTH AND SAFETY DOCUMENTATION

  • Is there a copy of the Hyline UK, Health and Safety Policy available and have staff been reminded of the key hazards within the last 12 months? Dust, electricity etc

  • Is there an Accident Record Book on site and is it being completed?

  • Is there a current list of emergency numbers and O/S map reference adjacent to the telephone?

  • Is there a copy of the Risk Assessments available and is there evidence that these have been reviewed in the last 12 months?

  • Is there a copy of the COSHH Assessments available and is there evidence that these have been reviewed in the last 12 months?

  • Are Health and Safety issues being logged in the farm diary or paperwork?

  • Are visitors’ instructions posted at the entrance and is the visitors’ book being maintained?

  • Are the First Aid boxes complete and have the checks been recorded?

  • Are major contingency details available?

STAFF WELFARE

  • Are the toilets in a clean and tidy condition with warm water available?

  • Is the staff room in a clean and tidy condition with facilities to heat food?

  • Is there a notice board with safety notices displayed, including the Health and Safety Law Poster (completed) and action in the event of fire or accident?

  • Are there notices reminding staff of the need to wear PPE where appropriate?

  • Are there notices reminding staff of the Company No Smoking Policy?

  • Are approved face masks on site?

  • Has all protective clothing been maintained (cleaned) and readily available on site?

  • Is appropriate storage available to prevent contamination of protective clothing, eg goggles

  • Is Instant Hand Sanitizer available in every shed end?

  • Does the work area have acceptable dust levels

  • Does the poultry shed have acceptable levels of dust

  • Does the poultry shed have acceptable ammonia levels

  • Is the sound levels acceptable in the poultry shed

  • Are masks being worn by staff in the shed

  • LPG

  • Are LPG tanks and pipework protected from vehicle impact?

  • Are tank control covers locked and/or fencing secured?

  • Is an area around tanks free from vegetation/

  • Are two dry powder fire extinguishers available near the tanks?

  • Are gas shut off points clearly marked?

  • Are “No Smoking” signs displayed near tanks?

  • Have brooders been serviced within the last 12 months?

  • Have brooders been tested for Carbon Monoxide emission within the last 12 months?

  • Are brooders secured with safety chain?

  • Have brooders/pipelines been inspected/tested by approved installer?

  • Date tested

  • ELECTRICAL

  • Are overhead cables at a safe height

  • Are overhead cable signs displayed and legible?

  • Are 30ma RCDs available?

  • Are RCD and trip switches tested at least every 3 months?

  • Do all trip switches work satisfactorily?

  • Is all switchgear identified clearly?

  • Does all switchgear, plug, sockets and cables appear free of damage?

  • Are all cables secured to plugs by cord grip?

  • Are isolators fitted to all fans?

  • Is outside lighting adequate?

  • Have all portable appliances been tested within the last 12 months?

  • Do they all carry a correctly identified, dated sticker?

  • When is the re-test date? TBC

  • Is there a current fixed wiring certificate? NICEIC?

  • Is a copy of the certificate held at the farm?

  • What is the certificate number?

  • When is the retest date?

  • FIRE

  • Have all extinguishers been inspected within the last 12 months?

  • When is the annual re-test due?

  • Has a site plan been prepared and updated to identify location and type of all extinguishers, fire exits and significant fire hazards e.g. gas tank, electrical switch boards and chemical store?

  • Have all staff been reminded of action in the event of a fire in the last 12 months?

  • Is there a fire log in place and is it up to date?

  • Are staff trained in the use of fire extinguishers and entered in logbook?

  • Have fire drills happened with last 6 months and updated in logbook?

  • Have fire extinguishers been tested and updated in logbook?

  • Has there been weekly fire alarm tests and updated in logbook?

  • Is Fire Signage up i.e. Fire Assembly Point

  • Smoking Area designated and fire bucket with sand or similar available

  • BUILDINGS

  • Are “Fragile Roof” signs displayed and legible

  • Are crawling boards available where appropriate?

  • Has the inspection form relating to feed bins been completed?

  • Are wall fan guards fitted and in good condition internally?

  • Are wall fan guards fitted and in good condition externally?

  • Are roadways/pathways in good condition?

  • Are low exits and steps clearly marked?

  • Are emergency exits clearly identified and open freely?

  • Are water or foam type extinguishers available in every house/store?

  • Are CO2 type extinguishers available in every house/store?

  • Has the inspection form relating to ladders and step ladders been completed?

  • Are monorails in good condition?

  • Has the inspection form relating to diesel storage tanks been completed?

  • Are pit tops in good condition?

  • Is the egg room floor in good condition?

  • MACHINERY

  • Are all feed guards fitted and in good condition?

  • Are all auger guards fitted and in good condition?

  • Are winches, cables and mounting fixings in good condition on feeders, drinkers and ventilation system?

  • Are electrical isolators clearly identified?

  • Are signs displayed (This equipment may start automatically)?

  • Is grounds maintenance equipment, eg. mowers, strimmers, in good condition and guarded?

  • Is generator serviced annually?

  • Is generator tested weekly and records kept?

  • Are compressors serviced annually and pressure tested?

  • Has the alarm system been serviced within the last 6 months?

  • CHEMICALS

  • Are chemicals stored in a secure lockable and safe place when not in use?

  • Is chemical store identified by means of a sign?

  • Are all chemicals stored in their original labelled containers?

  • Have all used chemical containers been disposed of in a safe manner?

  • Are correct clothing/shields available for chemical use?

  • Has the inspection form relating to fumigation chamber been completed?

  • GENERAL

  • Are hand tools in a safe condition?

  • Are there good stocks of PPE Masks, gloves etc?

  • Is there evidence of regular testing of lone worker alarm (weekly)?

  • Are there good stocks of anti-bacterial handgel?

  • Are vermin bait boxes being placed in safe positions and identified on plan?

  • Are “No Smoking” signs displayed on all buildings?

  • Are “Wear Dust Mask” signs displayed on all buildings?

  • Are ammonia levels checked regularly?

  • Are areas outside buildings clean and tidy?

  • Are areas inside buildings clear and tidy?

  • Is the area around the building free from any hazards

  • HEALTH & HYGIENE

  • Are wash facilities and toilet available and clean?

  • Is the canteen area regularly cleaned and tidy?

  • Is there a visitor’s book/notice to contractors on site?

  • Is there a services plan on site for gas, water, etc?

  • Are hand sanitisers in entrance and exit locations i.e. reception, sheds etc?

  • COVID-19

  • Are hand sanitisers in entrance and exit locations i.e. reception, sheds etc specifically aimed at fighting COVID-19?

  • Are all areas being regularly cleaned especially items touched by persons? i.e. will include printers, phones, switches, desktops, computer keys, microwaves, kettles, taps, handles, etc

  • Are staff observing 2m rule?

  • Has the COVID-19 risk assessment been read and signed by staff?

  • Are there COVID-19 signs displayed at the front of premises i.e. gate, reception area

  • Are shower areas cleaned daily?

  • Are clothes and towels used in showering put in a designated basket and cleaned?

  • Are persons using individual designated pens?

  • Are persons deemed as potentially carrying virus not admitted onto the farm and sent for a COVID-19 test

  • HEALTH & WELLBEING

  • Are all staff mentally fine and not showing stress or mental issues

  • BIOSECURITY

  • Is biosecurity adequate and in place

  • OTHER ITEMS CONSIDERED UNSAFE

OTHER ITEMS CONSIDERED UNSAFE

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