LWB Annual Workplace Inspection - Office

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OFFICE LAYOUT AND EQUIPMENT

• Floors and aisles clear and accessible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All fall hazards have been controlled (height, handrails etc)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all floors free from trip hazards and clutter?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all carpeted/tiled areas free from rips and worn patches?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Doors and doorways kept clear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All areas clean and tidy

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Adequate storage available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Walkways provide safe access and egress at all times

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Filing cabinets, tall storage and overhead items secured

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical equipment safe – Safety switch tested at required timeframes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Any leads, sockets, plugs worn or damaged?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Disabled access available where required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Workstations safely set-up? Including chairs and computers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Slip trip and fall hazards around workstations removed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Archive boxes and other heavy item stored correctly (waist height)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are bins emptied regularly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

HYGIENE – LIGHTING, NOISE & THERMAL COMFORT

• Adequate lighting available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there excessive noise internal/external

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Temperature/atmosphere is appropriate (not hot, cold, stuffy or draughty)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is air quality controlled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

BATHROOMS

• Are all toilets in working order?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate soap dispensers, paper towels and toilet rolls?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are floors free from slip/trip hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are wheelchair accessible toilet facilities available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the bathrooms clear of pests and mould?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

KITCHEN

• Are kitchens clean and clear of waste build up, pests and mould?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is drinking water / treated tap water available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are floors free from slip/trip hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are kettles and hot urns in a safe location?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate access to benches, tables and cupboards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Stove top fume/ventilation hood is in working order (if available)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the fridge/freezer clear of spoilt food

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a fire blanket available (if required)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

FIRE SAFETY

• Is a fire alarm system/smoke detector in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there adequate number of fire extinguishers? Are these tested and in date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the locations of fire extinguishers indicated by signage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all emergency exits clear from obstruction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all exits have a lit emergency exit sign?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a designated emergency exit for wheelchairs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are building emergency procedures / evac maps displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a list of Fire Wardens available? (Photos optional)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are staff aware of the evacuation area and procedure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES

• Is there a current hazardous substances register and Safety Data Sheets

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is an asbestos register available, if applicable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If asbestos is present do labels identify the asbestos areas

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If asbestos is present are the walls/areas damaged

  Yes

  No

  N/A

FIRST AID

• Are there suitable first aid kits available and accessible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all kits fully stocked, and items in date

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is a list of First Aiders available? (Photos optional)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

OUTDOORS AREA’S

• Good general condition of building

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Walkways provide safe access and egress at all times?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are pathways and stairs, level, non-slip and uncluttered?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Other Safety Concerns

• HSE Noticeboard current with up to date policies, toolbox talks etc

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the preventative maintenance schedule up to date.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Any other identified hazards adequately controlled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Manager Review:

• By signing below you agree that the actions indicated will be reviewed and implemented to mitigate the identified hazard

• Name:

• Position:

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Signature:

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• Date:

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