Information

  • Document No.

  • Area

  • Conducted on

  • Conducted by

  • Personnel

Housekeeping

  • Is the area clear of spills?

  • Are walkways, floors and exits free of obstructions?

  • Are all tools and equipment stored appropriately?

  • Are all waste materials discarded into correctly labeled receptacles?

Electrical

  • Is all PAT testing within expiry date? (pick some at random)

  • Is all electrical equipment and cables in good condition and kept tidy?

  • Is all electrical equipment turned off when not in use?

  • Are all electrical boxes labeled and secure?

  • Are all multi point adapters safe and not connected to another adapter?

Emergency

  • Can employees identify first aiders? (is there a contact list in the area)

  • Can employees identify their closest emergency exit at a glance?

  • Are employees aware of how to raise the alarm in an emergency? (Ask someone)

Manual Handling

  • Are employees using good manual handling techniques?

  • Are trucks and trolleys in good condition and being used correctly?

  • Are heavy items stored at waist height and lighter items above and below?

COSSH

  • Are all spill kits present and sealed with correct procedure visible?

  • Are employees aware of how to access area Risk and COSSH assessments?

  • Are chemicals / gas cylinders suitably labeled, secure and stored safely?

  • Are all substances labelled and secure, except when in use?

General

  • Is relevant PPE signage present and undamaged?

  • Are all personnel wearing suitable PPE for the area?

  • Are employees following Covid 19 measures?

  • Are machine panels and guards in good condition and being used correctly?

  • Is the area free from building defects that may present a risk to HSE?

  • Is the lighting sufficient, clean and in good working order?

  • Is all faulty and damaged furniture / equipment removed from the area?

  • Are all ladders secure and stored in the correct location?

  • Are operators having ergonomic issues?

Communication with employee

  • Discuss opinions on the Safety observation process and how it works with a member of the team

  • Can the employee explain the emergency evacuation procedure?

  • Discuss if H&S communication routes are effective

  • Discuss the Risk Assessment process and if RA's are communicated

  • Discuss the employees understanding of the company COSHH process

  • Discuss any Health and Safety issues the employee may have.

Comments on area

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