NCPS Gardening Workshop

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

Storage of materials

• Shelving is fit for purpose, secure and safe

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Frequently used items are stored at mid-height

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Floor is free from obstructions and trip hazards

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Chemicals

• Chemicals are stored in suitable containers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is no evidence of spillage or leaks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The area is free from food and drink containers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There are hand washing facilities available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hazardous Substances

• Flammables stored in designated area. Refer to "Store and handle fuel' on IKON for maximum fuel quantities

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Limited access into storage areas for students

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety data sheets (SDS) available and less than 5 years old

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hazardous substances stored as per SDS and labelled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Risk assessment has been completed for hazardous substances and recorded with relevant controls in place

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fungicides, pesticides, insecticides are stored in lockable designated area

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fuels and fertilizers are stored separately

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Lighting

• Lighting is adequate in storeroom and workshop

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Ventilation

• Ventilation adequate to prevent vapour build up

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Machine Guarding

• Guards are adequate, in place and secure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There are no exposed chain drives, belt drives

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Manual tools

• Spades, rakes, shovels are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Wheel barrow, trolleys are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ladders are of industrial standards and are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical

• Electrical cords and plugs are in good condition with no splits, cracks, damage or exposed wires

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Equipment is currently tagged & last inspection date recorded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• PPE is available, clean, fit for use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• PPE stored correctly in a clean, closed container

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hat, sunglasses and sun cream is available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire extinguisher

• Appropriate extinguishers available and in date, date stamp on tag

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Secured to wall, signage displayed and clear access to extinguisher

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Evacuation plan

• Clearly displayed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Plan caters for 'out-of-normal working hours' personnel

  Yes

  No

  N/A

First aid

• First aid facilities are available, accessible and suitable for tasks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• List of first aid officers is displayed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Eyewash, safety shower working effectively and is signed. If there is no plumbed eyewash, minimum of two eyewash bottles are available.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Other

• Any further issues observed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A