IRC Hazard Inspection Checklist and Report

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INTRODUCTION

• 1. Identify the work area to be inspected, in accordance with the Hazard Inspection Matrix. IRC-WHS-SP-006.
  2. Utilise this checklist to conduct the hazard inspection of the work area. The team conducting the hazard inspection should include a WHS advisor, WHSR and supervisors/team leader of the work area.
  3. Document findings including any observations and 5 key recommendations
  4. Forward the completed checklist and report to safety.reports@isaac.qld.gov.au
  5. WHS team will upload the checklist and report into LOGOSS and will allocate actions to responsible person/s.

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DOCUMENTATION /RECORDS

• Have records of inductions and competencies been retained?<br>View records or learn connect

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have records of workers familiarisation and training in plant & equipment been completed? Records of training?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Records of inspections of vehicles/ equipment servicing and maintenance?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there records of health checks or immunisations records for staff available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Records of inspections of lifting gear?(Date of last inspection)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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  Date

• Records of inspections of registrable plant?(Date of last inspection)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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  Date

• Are there records of emergency evacuation drill for the site (date of last drill)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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• Is all electrical equipment tested and tagged on a regular basis?(Date of last inspection)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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  Date

• Is the Residual Current Device (RCD’s) inspected /tested every 6 months? (Date of last inspection)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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• If there is a lift present, is it good working order, maintenance records? Is it registered with WHSQ (should have registration certificate in the lift)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have risk assessments been undertaken for the site? Are there any records? (e.g.; plant equipment, manual handling, and hazardous substances, JSA's for tasks?)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

OFFICE

• Is the office IRC Badged?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the office able to be secured when vacant?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an allocated delivery area for packages and is it signed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the work areas/ workstations kept clean and walkways clear?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the office fitted with air-conditioning and set at an acceptable level?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are work areas sufficiently lit?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a visitor’s sign in register available and are visitors provided with visitor’s safety information? Are they escorted at all times?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

NOTICEBOARDS - SAFETY

• Does the noticeboard display current documents?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the WHS & Rehab Policy displayed and is it current version?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are WHS obligation statements displayed, are they current version?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is Safety contact names (wardens, first aiders, RRTWC, Safety Advisors, WHS reps) displayed, is this current version?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

• Is there evacuation diagrams located around the office?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the emergency exits signed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an emergency alarm in the office?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there emergency assembly areas allocated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there first aid kits available, current, and clearly signed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there firefighting equipment available (hose reel, extinguishers, fire blankets) and free from obstruction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an eye wash station available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

SMOKE AREA

• Is there a designated smoking area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the smoking area signed and has a receptacle?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Are compliant power boards used? i.e.; safety switch on power board, NO double adaptors

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there clear access to the main power board/s - is it secured to prevent unauthorised access?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there 'Out of service'/ 'Danger'/'Information' tags available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

AMENITIES

• Are toilets and shower facilities provided, clean and tidy?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the female toilets fitted with a sanitary receptacle

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is hand drying facilities available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are dining facilities available and clean?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is potable drinking water available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

SIGNAGE

• Are relevant safety signs displayed near equipment and at entry to site?(e.g.; first aid, amenities, hearing protection)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the signs in good condition and appropriate?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are frequently used items within easy access?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there mechanical aids to assist with manual handling?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are heavy item stored at waist height?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are stepladders or safe steps available to access items stored on high shelves?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE STORAGE

• Is there a register of hazardous substances?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is compressed gas secured, stored according to its classification & segregated from ignition sources?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all the chemicals stored correctly, signed and bunded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all of the chemical containers labelled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a spill kit available (appropriate to clean up) & stocked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) current (within 5 years), located where hazardous substances stored and used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

HOUSEKEEPING & ACCESS

• Are rubbish bins provided and is waste removed regularly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all floor surfaces in good condition (e.g.; even and undamaged, spills cleaned up)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are ramps and steps clearly marked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are railings in place for stairs and high areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are pedestrian walkways kept clear?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT, VEHICLES & PARKING AREAS

• Is parking available, demarcated, well-lit and clearly signed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are disabled parking bays provided, are they signed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there any pool vehicles? Do they have a prestart inspection book and well maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the traffic flow for worksite identified and signed (inclusive of forklift operating areas)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there designated pedestrian walkways identified?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

PLANT & EQUIPMENT

• Is equipment visually inspected (e.g.; pre - starts available and completed) and in good working order?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the forklift leave site? Does it have appropriate registration?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the forklift fitted with warning lights and reversing beeper?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are appropriate guards fitted on all plant & equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

HAND & POWER TOOLS

• Are tools in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are electrical tools test and tagged and used/ stored appropriately?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

NOISE

• Has a noise survey been undertaken - date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has steps been taken to minimise exposure to noisy areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is hearing protection available & are there signs indicating to wear hearing protection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

LIFTING EQUIPMENT

• Is there an overhead crane- if yes (staff trained, is it registered with WHSQ and is there records/register of inspection)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the SWL displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all lifting gear within inspection date and stored correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are lifting hooks fitted with safety latches?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

COMPRESSED AIR

• Is there compress air tank located on site - if yes (Is it registered with WHSQ and has a records/register of inspection)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all air lines clearly marked with correct colour coding and fittings fit for purpose?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

OPEN TANKS

• Are tanks fitted with barriers /rails to prevent entry?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tanks fitted with lifesaving equipment e.g.; ring?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If entry is required to tanks, is there SWMS and confined space permit completed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

WORKING ALONE OR IN ISOLATION

• Does the work site require a person to work in isolation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has a duress alarm been provided and worker given instruction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a process in place for communication when workers are to work alone?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

HAZARDOUS HIGH RISK WORK

• Are there SWMS's, signed, registers, rescue plans, permits for any of the following high risk work?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Work at Heights

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Confined Space

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Welding & Cutting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Excavation & Trenching

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other high risk work e.g.; concrete pumping, working around powerlines etc.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

CONSTRUCTION SITES

• Is there a sign identifying who is in control of the workplace in accordance with procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a Construction Safety Plan and prestart/ toolbox talks available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there SWMS's and JSA's available for the work?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there appropriate barricading/fencing around the construction site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all workers signed onto the plan and the SWMS's for work being undertaken?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a traffic management plan in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

STAFF ENGAGEMENT

• Are the workers aware reporting? What & how to report? (e.g.; incidents, damage, theft, hazards)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the workers aware of whom the first aider is?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are workers aware of means of raising the alarm in the event of an emergency onsite?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the workers aware of emergency procedures relating to fire, medical, personal & bomb?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the workers aware of how to use the Isolation & Tag out system?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do the workers have appropriate PPE to perform functions of their role, if not who do you report this to?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the workers aware of communication systems at the site?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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