Office Inspection Form

Is the area generally tidy and free of rubbish and dirty dishes?

Are walkways uncluttered and sufficiently wide?

Are floor surfaces clean, dry and hazard free?

Are all stairs, including coverings, in good repair?

Is there adequate storage?

Do toilets have soap, hand sanitiser and ability to dry hands?

Are toilets clean and tidy and EAP posters in place?

Are chemicals, including cleaning products, stored and used in accordance with the Safety Data Sheet?

Are all building/floor warden names correctly displayed?

Are emergency procedures displayed and are drills held?

Can the alarm be heard in all areas?

Are extinguishers clearly signed and unobstructed?

Are emergency exits clearly signed and unobstructed?

Are fire extinguisher tags up to date?

Is visitor sign in available and working?

Do people know what the fire alarm sounds like?

Do staff know where the defibrillator is?

Are the contents of the kit appropriate for the area and checked regularly?

Is the first aid kit clearly identified and easily accessible?

Are the area's First Aiders known?

Is lighting adequate and appropriate to the task?

Is the area free from glare?

Is lighting adequate in hallways and entranceways?

Are people able to control incoming natural light?

Is the area free from distracting or disruptive noises?

Are people able to be heard without raising their voices?

Are screens or partitions in use?

Is the ventilation comfortable? Is it too hot or cold?

Are any additional heating devices approved?

Can windows be opened if air conditioning is not working?

Are air conditioning vents and intakes free from dust build up?

Are any heat pumps on planned maintenance schedules?

Is equipment in good working order, clean and tidy?

Is there adequate workspace around equipment?

Is the area around photocopiers and printers ventilated?

Are bookcases and filing cabinets secured to the walls?

Is office furniture checked regularly to ensure it is not near heaters?

Do workstations suit people's needs?

Is work height and chair adjustable and working?

Is there enough room on the desktop and around the desk?

Do staff have knowledge of how to report pain and discomfort?

Are computer screens adequately situated to prevent glare and/or shadows?

Are plugs, sockets, switches and power boards in good order?

Are electrical cords in good order?

Do permanent electrical appliances have their own outlet?

Are power cords secured to prevent a trip hazard?

Is electrical equipment testing up to date and tagged?

Are any fridges or freezers cleaned out regularly?

Are kitchen appliances easily and safely accessible?

Do hot water hazards have adequate signage?

Is there suitable equipment to clean up breakages and spills?