OHS Workplace Inspection

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

General

• Safety policies and procedures available<br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety signs and warning placards are displayed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a Incident / Hazard reporting system in place for the Divisions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Standard Operating Procedures are available and accessible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Emergency Exits

• Are emergency exits clearly identified and illuminated

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency exits are well identified and access to them is unrestricted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do the fire exits open freely

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency exits clear of obstructions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is adequate external security lighting at the main entrances and exits

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Workplaces / Work Areas

• Work places kept orderly, clean and uncluttered

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are passageways and corridors clear of obstructions (bins, boxes &trip hazards)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Floors are kept clear of objects and substances that could cause slips / trips / falls

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Walkways, stairways, emergency exits and corridors are kept clear to ensure the free passage of persons

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are work areas clearly marked with restrictions on access (pedestrian walkways etc)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are staircases provided with an adequate handrail or handhold

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is noise a problem - is it difficult to hear a normal voice within a 1 meter distance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there sufficient space for foot traffic around work areas and work stations

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Workstations

• Are the desks suitable for the task to be performed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the workstations and equipment set up to help reduce awkward posture

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the chairs adjustable and stable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are computer cables unhorsed or entwined

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Housekeeping

• Is the workplace generally clean, tidy and free of dust

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has obsolete equipment been moved to a storage area

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are toilets, showers, kitchen facilities kept clean and tidy

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate hot and cold water

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there enough seating, tables in the tea rooms

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Lighting

• Is there sufficient lighting for the performance of tasks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Staff are able to control incoming natural light

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There are no flickering or inoperative lights

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Light fittings are clean and in good order

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Windows

• There are no broken window panes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Windows are clean

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Window ledges are free of sharp or dangerous materials

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Stairs and Landings

• Handrails are provided and they are safe

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Landings are clear of obstructions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There are no broken or worn treads

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Flooring and Work Surfaces

• Is the floor surface level and smooth

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the surface free of fluid and oil / grease

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there any mats or carpet loose or "dog eared"

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Ladders and A frame steps

• Are portable steps stable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There are no broken or missing rungs and no other defects

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have they got non slip feet

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are they stored appropriately when not in use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical

• All electrical leads and equipment tested and tagged with the current date

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All GPO's, switches, plugs and sockets in good working order

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Double adapters are not used and temporary leads are not used permanently

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are switchboards locked and secure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Equipment and Machinery

• Is there adequate guarding, screens and sound dampening devices on equipment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is equipment / machinery kept in good working order

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Regular maintenance is carried out on equipment / machinery

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is adequate working space around the equipment and machinery

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Storage

• Is there adequate storage space

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is storage racking and shelving damaged, overloaded or bowed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all rubbish and excess materials removed from the workplace and stored in a appropriate location

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are trolleys stored correctly when not in use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire fighting equipment

• Are fire extinguishers and hoses clearly identified with appropriate signage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have the fire fighting equipment been recently treated and tagged

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the access to the fire fighting equipment clear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Dangerous Goods & Hazardous Substances

• Are all Dangerous Goods & Hazardous Substances stored correctly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Flammable liquid is safely stored and signed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate ventilation around the Dangerous Goods & Hazardous Substances

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• MSDS sheets are readily accessible and up to date

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Containers are correctly labeled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Personal Protective Equipment is readily available and used when required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the Hazardous Substance Register readily accessible to staff

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Manual Handling

• Is Manual Handling kept to a minimum

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do staff have to perform any difficult lifting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there any constraints to good body and work posture

  Yes

  No

  N/A

First Aid

• Are First Aid boxes clearly identified

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the emergency contacts and first aides clearly listed and on display

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are First Aid kits regularly checked and re-stocked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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