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Audit Checklist

Health and Safety Management Systems

  • Have all workplace hazards been identified?

  • Are risk assessments conducted and documented?

  • Is there a documented Work Health and Safety (WHS) management plan?

  • Are safety policies and procedures accessible to all workers?

  • Are safety signs and notices clearly displayed and compliant with standards?

  • Is there a system for regular workplace inspections?

  • Are inspection records maintained?

Training and Competency

  • Have all workers received a general WHS induction?

  • Is the induction relevant to the site risk register and is all required information communicated e.g. emergency response, task-specific PPE, training etc.

  • Is a process in place to manage visitors to site?

  • Are workers trained for their specific tasks and equipment use?

  • Is a training needs analysis document in place?

  • Do supervisors hold relevant training qualifications?

  • Are high-risk work licenses held where required?

  • Is there any high risk equipment in use which requires training or safe work instruction? e.g. pulling/pressing equipment, cranes, EWP

  • Are training records maintained and up-to-date?

  • Are qualifications and licenses verified and documented?

Machinery and Equipment Safety

  • Is a documented Plant/Equipment Register in place?

  • Is machinery and equipment properly maintained as per manufacturer guidelines?

  • Are maintenance records kept for all equipment?

  • Are plant/equipment risk assessments completed/documented?

  • Are safety guards and protective devices in place and functional?

  • Are interlocks and emergency stop devices tested regularly? Check vehicle hoists

  • Are pre-start checks conducted and documented on equipment?

  • Is defective equipment tagged out and removed from service promptly?

  • Is a process in place to ensure mobile plant is operated by competent persons?

  • Has a traffic management plan been developed to control vehicle movements?

Electrical Safety

  • Are all electrical installations compliant? Is this documented?

  • Is portable electrical equipment tested and tagged according to requirements?

  • Are records of testing and tagging maintained?

  • Are power tools, leads, and appliances in good condition without damage?

  • Are RCDs installed on circuits?

  • Are RCDs tested every six months and records kept?

Working at Height

  • Are tasks requiring personnel to work at height identified?

  • Is a working at height procedure in place?

  • Is equipment available to assist with safe work at height practices?

  • Are all observed ladders in adequate working condition i.e. no damage or defects, interlocking devices etc?

  • Do all ladders have intact/legible SWL stickers?

  • Are mobile scaffolds erected in line with manufacturer's specifications e.g. mid rails, top rails and kick boards?

  • Are Elevated Work Platforms (EWPs) used on site?

  • Are EWP's serviced a minimum of 6-monthly as per requirements?

  • Are daily pre-start inspections completed by the EWP operator and signed off in the Plant logbook?

  • Do operators of EWP's hold relevant licenses/qualifications i.e. High Risk WP Licence

Hot Works

  • Are hot work tasks identified and risk assessed?

  • Are hot work permits used?

  • Is a hot work procedure in place?

  • Are any safe work instructions in place for high risk hot work equipment e.g. lancing?

  • Are locations to safely complete hot work identified/available?

  • Are areas where hot work is occurring free of flammable/combustible materials?

  • Is hot work equipment maintained in adequate condition?

  • Are flashback arrestors in place?

  • Are gas cylinders chained secure in upright position?

  • Is respiratory PPE available to workers and used for required tasks?

Hazardous Chemicals

  • Are current SDS available for all hazardous chemicals?

  • Are SDS accessible to all workers?

  • Are chemicals stored according to their compatibility and hazard classification? e.g. flammable gas cabinets

  • Are containers labeled correctly as per requirements?

  • Is appropriate PPE available and used when handling chemicals?

  • Are spill kits available and appropriate for the chemicals used?

  • Are workers trained in SDS requirements for hazardous chemicals e.g. handling, fire aid, spill response

  • Is a hazardous chemicals register maintained and up-to-date?

  • Is there any asbestos containing material located on site?

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Is appropriate PPE provided at no cost to workers?

  • Are PPE requirements communicated to workers, including task-specific PPE requirements?

  • Are employees trained in the correct use, maintenance, and storage of PPE?

  • Is compliance with PPE usage monitored?

  • Is PPE regularly inspected for damage and wear?

  • Is there any mandatory PPE signage in place?

Manual Handling

  • Have manual handling tasks been identified and assessed for risk?

  • Are mechanical aids (e.g., hoists, trolleys) available and used properly?

  • Are workers trained in safe manual handling techniques?

Emergency Preparedness and Response

  • Are fire extinguishers of the correct type accessible and serviced annually?

  • Are fire hoses and blankets available where required?

  • Is there a documented emergency response plan?

  • Does the emergency response plan identify potential/relevant emergency situations and detail the required response?

  • Are evacuation diagrams displayed throughout the workshop?

  • Are emergency exits clearly marked with illuminated signage?

  • Are exits and pathways unobstructed at all times?

  • Are emergency evacuation drills conducted at least annually?

  • Are emergency drill records and/or evaluations documented?

  • Are workers trained in emergency procedures and use of fire equipment?

First Aid

  • Are first aid kits accessible, clearly labeled, and adequately stocked?

  • Are kits inspected regularly, and contents replenished as needed?

  • Is there an adequate number of trained first aid officers on site?

  • Are emergency contact numbers and procedures displayed prominently?

  • Is there a designated first aid room if required?

Housekeeping and General Work Environment

  • Is supervision provided to workers?

  • Is supervision appropriate to the work activity being undertaken and the levels of skill/ knowledge of workers?

  • Is the workshop clean, tidy, and free from clutter?

  • Are floors free from oil, grease, and other slip hazards?

  • Are anti-slip mats or coatings used where necessary?

  • Are waste materials, including hazardous waste, disposed of properly?

  • Are waste bins labeled and emptied regularly?

  • Are walkways clearly marked and kept free of obstructions?

  • Is there adequate lighting in all work areas?

  • Is ventilation sufficient to remove fumes and dust?

  • Are break areas provided in clean state and adequately equipped?

  • Are restrooms clean and stocked with supplies?

  • Is potable drinking water available?

Incident Reporting and Investigation

  • Is there a system for reporting incidents, injuries, and near misses?

  • Are workers aware of incident reporting procedures?

  • Are all incidents and near misses recorded in an incident register?

  • Are notifiable incidents reported to WorkSafe WA as required?

  • Are incidents investigated?

  • Are corrective actions implemented and their effectiveness reviewed?

  • Are investigation findings communicated to relevant parties?

Compliance Documentation

  • Are copies of relevant acts, regulations, codes of practice, and standards available and accessible?

  • Are all required licenses and permits current and displayed if necessary?

  • Is documentation of safety meetings, toolbox talks, and communications maintained?

  • Is health and safety performance data recorded?

  • Are policies and procedures reviewed regularly and updated?

  • Are contractors provided with WHS induction and information?

  • Are policies or procedures in place for engaging and managing contractors?

  • Are contractor qualifications and insurances verified?

Findings / Recommendations

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