Title Page
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Site conducted
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Campus
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Zone(s) Inspected
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Block/Level
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Date
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Prepared By
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Location
LOW RISK OFFICE CHECKLIST
1. Housekeeping
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• Aisles and walkways clear and free from obstructions / trip hazards
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• No loose items / rubbish build up stored in communal areas
2. First Aid
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• Cabinet/kit available in area/near
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• Easily accessible
3. Stairs/Walkways
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• Clearly marked
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• Sound condition
4. Floor Coverings
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• Sound condition
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• If temporary, firmly fixed / no trip hazards
5. Fire/Exits
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• Exits unlocked and easily opened from inside
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• Clear from obstructions
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• Clearly sign posted and exits signs working
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• Fire extinguisher in place and tested/tagged within last 6 months
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• Evacuation maps displayed and accurate
6. Lighting
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• All operational and no flickering lights
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• Sufficient lighting in work areas
7. Desks/Chairs
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• Clear of unnecessary clutter, trip hazards, damage and sharp edges
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• Chairs in sound condition
8. Kitchen
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• Sink / grill / exhaust fan / fridge / general area clean and hygienic
9. Cupboards/Shelves/Storage
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• Suitable/practical structure
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• Stored material secure and stable
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• Heavy items / Stored material not stored above shoulder height
10. Waste
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• Waste bins are adequate/distinctive
11. Electrical
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• Plugs/power points not damaged
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• Leads cords not worn/frayed and in good condition, secured safely
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• Power boards used correctly / no double adapters in use
HIGH RISK AREAS CHECKLIST
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Audit to conduct
Chemicals
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Chemical/fume cupboard secure
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Containers clearly labelled
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Current SDS in file
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Chemicals stored appropriately (refer to SDS sheet to check)
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Eye wash station provided / tested or eye wash kit available in first aid kit
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Spill kit available
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Chemical hazard signage visible
Signs
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Evacuation Maps displayed and current
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No food/drink
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No working without supervision/permission
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Wear appropriate PPE
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Correct footwear in workshops
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Use of ear muffs/plugs
Grounds
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Free from litter/debris
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Steps/pavers/access ways in good order
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Adequate rubbish bins
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Outside seating in good order
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Sufficient lighting/security
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Clear of obstacles – reticulation/holes
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Exits from buildings clear
Hazards
Hazard Identification
Section 1 – Major Hazard Recording
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Conditions or practices that pose a real and current threat to the safety of staff and students. These hazards should be monitored by the appointed Safety & Health Representatives and reported to the Safety & Injury Management Team and your Campus Safety Committee. Please identify the Hazard Type using the table provided above.
Hazard
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ID No.
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Hazard Type
- Manual Handling
- Falls
- Electrical
- Mechanical
- Biological
- Hazardous Substances
- Thermal
- Noise
- Psychological Stress
- Radiation
- Physical
- Ergonomic
- Safety
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Severity
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Room/Location
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Unsafe Condition or Practice
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Action Required to Permanently Control Hazards and/or Interim Control Measures (if Required)
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Person Responsible
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Status Report (to be updated every 3 months minimum)
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Date Completed
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Note: Managers are responsible for ensuring control measures are identified, implemented and monitored within agreed timeframe
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Additional Details
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General Comments/Recommendations
Completion
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I identified the above risks/hazards to safety and health of the work area under my supervision; agree with the above assessment of the hazards/risks and to take action to rectify the above identified hazards/risks within the allotted time frame.
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Safety & Health Representative : (PRINT Name & Signature)
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Management Representative : (PRINT Name & Signature)
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Safety & Injury Management Team member (if attended inspection) : (PRINT Name & Signature)
