Information

  • Audit Title

  • Document No.

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Contact person

1. Previous inspection

  • 1.1. Has the last inspection been reviewed

2. Fire Prevention

  • 2.1. Evacuation plan displayed and employees trained on plan

  • 2.2. Evacuation procedure discussed regularly to staff

  • 2.3. Extinguishers in place, clearly marked for type of fire

  • 2.4. Extinguishers serviced (service records available with dates)

  • 2.5. Extinguishers clear of obstructions

  • 2.6. Fire equipment signs available

  • 2.7. Exit doors easily opened from inside without obstruction

  • 2.8. Fire alarm system functioning correctly

3. General Lighting

  • 3.1. Good natural lighting

  • 3.2. Reflected light from walls & ceilings not causing glare to employees

  • 3.3. Light fittings clean and in good condition

  • 3.4. Light bulbs in working condition (no flickering)

  • 3.5. Outside areas satisfactory lit for access and work

4. Building Safety

  • 4.1. Floor surfaces even and uncluttered

  • 4.2. Entry and walkways kept clear

  • 4.3. Walkways adequately and clearly marked

  • 4.4. Walkways and intersections kept clear of boxes

  • 4.5. Stair and risers kept clear

  • 4.6. Liquid spillage signs available for spills

  • 4.7. Are railings in good condition

  • 4.10. Office furniture in good condition

  • 4.11. Loading area clean and tidy

5. Work Benches

  • 5.1. Clear of waste

  • 5.2. Tools and equipment stored correctly

  • 5.3. No damaged hand tools in use

  • 5.4. No damaged electric power tools in use

  • 5.5. Work height correct for the type of work and the employee

  • 5.6. No sharp edges

6. Waste Removal

  • 6.1. Waste bins located at suitable points

  • 6.2. Waste bins emptied regularly

  • 6.3. Dedicated waste bins available for different materials

7. Stacking and Storage

  • 7.1. Materials, equipment and tools stored and stacked correctly

  • 7.2. Storage designed to minimize lifting problems

  • 7.3. Floors around racking clear of waste

  • 7.4. General condition of stacking and storage

8. Machines

  • 8.1. Are all machines kept in good condition and clean

  • 8.2. Are the floors around the machines kept clean

  • 8.3. Are machine guards in good condition

  • 8.4. Start and stop devices within easy reach of the operator

  • 8.5. Waste/off cuts removed and stored safely

  • 8.6. Drip pans available to prevent spillage

  • 8.7. Adequate work space available

  • 8.8. Is lighting adequate

  • 8.9. Noise levels controlled

  • 8.10. Operators trained/inducted into the operation of the machines

  • 8.11. Are lockout procedures implemented and followed

  • 8.12. Are gas cylinders secured

9. Electrical Safety

  • 9.1. Safety switches installed

  • 9.2. Safety switches tested every 6 months and tests recorded

  • 9.3. No double adapters in use

  • 9.4. No broken plugs sockets or switches

  • 9.5. No power leads across walkways

  • 9.6. No frayed or damaged leads

  • 9.7. No strained leads

  • 9.8. Where required are emergency shut-down procedures in place

  • 9.9. Is cable management applied and maintained

10. Chemical Safety

  • 10.1. Hazardous substance register complete and available

  • 10.2. Material safety data sheets available for all chemicals

  • 10.3. Risk assessments completed for hazardous substances or included in baseline risk assessment

  • 10.4. All containers labelled correctly

  • 10.5. Unused substances disposed of

  • 10.6. Does special storage conditions apply

  • 10.7. If applicable are special storage conditions followed

  • 10.8. Workers trained in the use of hazardous substances

  • 10.9. If required is PPE available

  • 10.10. Is adequate ventilation provided

  • 10.11. Are eye washes and showers easily accessed if required

11. Ladders

  • 11.1. Are all ladders industrial strength (non household rated, check label)

  • 11.2. Are ladders in good condition

  • 11.3. If used for electrical work are they non conductive

  • 11.4. Used according to instructions

  • 11.5. For extension ladders are ropes, pulleys and treads in a good state of repair?

  • 11.6. Are ladders inspected on a regularly basis

12. First Aid Facilities

  • 12.1. Are fist aid cabinets and contents clean and orderly

  • 12.2. Are contents regularly checked

  • 12.3. First aid cabinets clearly labelled

  • 12.5. Is there easy access to first aid cabinets

  • 12.6. Are emergency numbers displayed

13. Bathroom facilities

  • 13.1. Are mirrors in good condition and firmly secured

  • 13.2. Are locks on stalls in good condition and fully operational

  • 13.3. Are water taps and sinks in good condition

  • 13.4. Are soap containers present

  • 13.5. Are toilets able to flush and in good working order

  • 13.6. Are refuse containers present and in good working condition

  • 13.7. Are washrooms clean, tidy and free from spills and debris

14. Kitchen and canteen facilities

  • 14.1. Are waste bins routinely emptied

  • 14.2. Pest control is carried out as per scedule

  • 14.3. Is sink drainage clear and free flowing

  • 14.4. Are taps free from drips

  • 14.4. Is fridge clean and operational

  • 14.5. Is stove clean and operational

  • 14.6. Is kitchen kept clean and good housekeeping

  • 14.7. Is microwave working and in good condition

13. Legal Appointments

  • 13.1. Chief executive officer appointed available with relevant certificate

  • 13.2. Assistant to the CEO appointed available with relevant certificate

  • 13.3. Health and safety representative appointed with relevant certificate

  • 13.4. First aider(s) appointed with relevant certificate

  • 13.5. Fire fighter(s) appointed with relevant certificate

  • 13.6. Emergency coordinator appointed with relevant certificate

  • 13.7. Risk assessor appointed with relevant certificate (if required)

14. Compliance Documentation

  • 14.1. OHS Policy (signed and available)

  • 14.2. Compliance posters available

  • 14.3. Risk assessment available

  • 14.4. Quality of risk assessment

  • 14.5. All incidents reported and investigated

  • 14.6. All Contractor agreements available and signed

15. Comments

  • Any other information

Sign Off

  • On site representative

  • Auditor's signature

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