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  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Purpose of Inspection

  • Health and safety notice board in good order and the appropriate information and polices are in place

  • Health and safety folder available on the premises and in good order

  • Fire Safety Folder or information available on site and checks are up to date

  • Fire extinguishers are in the correct position, suitable types and readily accessible

  • Fire extinguishers have been inspected within the last year and in good working order

  • Fire route is clearly identified and kept clear

  • Fire doors are kept clear, labelled and easy to open

  • Are their sufficient First Aiders available

  • First Aid kits are readily available and maintained

  • Asbestos register available and any ACM assessed and in good condition

  • Legionella risk assessment available and monitoring up to date

  • Any Hazardous Substances and materials are stored correctly and covered by a COSHH assessment

  • Electricity installation report available and all work has been completed

  • PAT testing has been undertaken and this includes all equipment

  • Electrical equipment is in good condition and there are no signs of overloading the circuits

  • Access to high voltage or other high risk electrical installation areas is restricted to authorised personnel

  • Gas appliances have been inspected and serviced by a suitably qualified person

  • Reception safety equipment in place and emergency action plans in place and effective to protect workers

  • Lighting is in good order and provides adequate levels for activities undertaken

  • Emergency Lighting: in good working order and checked regularly

  • Stores: goods correctly stored according to H&S principles and/or manufacturing guidelines

  • Staff Room Facilities: clean, tidy, safe and fit for purpose

  • Staff Room Facilities: fridges, cookers, microwaves and dishwashers are clean and maintained

  • Sanitary Accommodation and equipment: clean and in good order

  • Walkways are level, in good order and clear of obstructions

  • Internal floor and wall surfaces in good order and undamaged

  • Internal staircases are in good order, undamaged and safe to use

  • Lifts are in good order and clean inside

  • There is a clear sign of what to do in an emergency such as the lift getting stuck with people inside

  • There is a sign on the outside of the lift stating it is not to be used when the evacuation alarm is sounding (if not check if it is protected and can be used)

  • Windows/Doors: check for damage to frames, sills and hinges

  • Windows/ Doors shut when not being used

  • The work environment is suitable with adequate control of temperature, ventilation and noise

  • Workstations are provided with suitable equipment and generally set up correctly. (this is very basic overview to help pick up areas for full workstation inspections)

  • There is evidence of DSE Assessments for any regular users (use of over hour a day)

  • There are suitable arrangements for waste collection and disposal

  • All areas are kept clear of large waste or recycling collections which could pose a risk from access and fire risk

  • List any other defect or area of concern which has not already been listed

  • Signature of Inspectors

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