Monash Workplace Inspection Program: Office Areas

• Audit Title

• Document No.

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

2.1 Office Layout

• The layout of work areas is suitable for tasks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is sufficient area in which to work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The potential for interruption of work is minimised

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Appropriate mechanical handling equipment is provided, where required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.2 Electrical equipment

• There are sufficient general purpose outlets (GPOs) for the equipment and appliances

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All switches, plugs & GPOs are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Double adaptors & piggy-back plugs are not in use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extension leads are only used for temporary, short-term power connections

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Power boards with overload protection are used if sufficient GPOs are not available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Equipment and appliances, including cords and leads, are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Equipment and appliances are earthed or double insulated. Look for the double insulation symbol on the specification plate

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fittings a protected against external dsmage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical equipment is tested at appropriate intervals

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.3 Work stations

2.3.1 Chair

• The chair has five point base

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The chair is fully adjustable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The chair has adequate lumbar support

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The chair is in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The chair moves easily on floor surface

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The chair is well padded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.3.2 Footrest

• Footrests are available if require

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.3.3 Desk/Benches

• Work surfaces are set up at the appropriate height<br>- 710-720 mm for seated work<br>- 900 - 1000 mm for standing work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is sufficient room for the tasks carried out

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Frequently used items are within the primary reach zone of the user

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The work surface has useable, uncluttered space

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.3.4 Computer equipment

• The computer screen is at arm's length from the user

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The computer screen is at the correct height for the user

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The computer screen is directly in front of the user

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The computer screen is positioned to minimize glare

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Position of keyboard correct for current user

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The keyboard is flat

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The mouse is used at the same height as keyboard

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.3.5 Clearance

• There is clear access to the workstation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The is free space to a depth of 1m behind the workstation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is adequate space at rear and side of chair to allow free unrestricted movement

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is sufficient knee space

  Yes

  No

  N/A