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Workplace inspections are a way of identifying hazards in the workplace.
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Inspections also provide a system to monitor whether the risks associated with the hazards are adequately controlled. All elements must conduct a thorough workplace inspection at least annually. The identification of hazards and management of risks is a requirement under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 and other related legislation.
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Step 1: Complete inspection findings in the following sections
Paramedicine Safety
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Is the ban on eating, drinking and smoking in laboratories enforced?
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Is there clear signage enforcing correct footwear?
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Is the area large enough for the work being done?
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Is there adequate lighting in all work areas?
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Are student bags located out of access ways?
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Are all imitation drugs and medicines adequately labelled as such?
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Is there a system in place to ensure that there is no diagnostic use of the equipment and consumables?
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Are infection control procedures in place with appropriate risk assessments and practiced?
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Is equipment correctly positioned to not cause an obstruction or hazard and free of sharp edges?
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Are there loose or polished surfaces that could cause slips or trips?
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Is the floor clear of waste, oil & water?
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Are passageways clear and equipment stored away correctly?
Environment
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Is lighting adequate and appropriate to the task?
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Is the area free from glare and shadows minimised?
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Is the temperature and ventilation adequate /comfortable?
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Are air conditioning vents and intakes free from dust build up?
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Is there any visible evidence of mold? (e.g on air conditioning vents, windows, blinds, furniture, equipment)
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Is the area free from odour?
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Is the area free from distracting or disruptive noises?
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Are hazard posters effectively posted at lab entrances?
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Other hazards identified? (List details)
Emergency Response
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Are there sufficient exits for prompt escape?
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Are emergency exits unobstructed?
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Are emergency exits clearly signed and adequately illuminated?
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Are floor evacuation plans clearly displayed?
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Are staff able to locate the Emergency Assembly Area?
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Can the emergency alarm be heard in all areas?
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Is fire response equipment available? (e.g. fire blanket, fire hose, fire extinguisher etc)
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Is fire response equipment clearly signed and is accessible?
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Are fire extinguishers secured to the walls?
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Are fire extinguisher inspected and tagged within the last 6 months?
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Is the first aid kit clearly identified and easily accessible?
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Are the contents of the first aid kit stocked according to the list of contents posted inside the kit?
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Other hazards identified? (List details)
Housekeeping
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Is the area tidy and kept well?
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Are floor coverings even and in good condition? Are they free of slip and trip hazards?
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Is there adequate storage?
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Are items safely stored so they are not at risk of falling or causing injury?
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Are waste disposal bins/facilities available?
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Are stairs free of trip and slip hazards?
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Other hazards identified? (List details)
Security Hazards
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Where employees are required to work after hours, are there controls in place to ensure their safety? Are staff aware of lone worker procedures?
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Have employees been instructed on what to do if they discover someone behaving suspiciously?
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Are employees encouraged to walk to car park areas at night in pairs or seek assistance from security?
Equipment and Electrical
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Is equipment in good working order?
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Is there adequate workspace around equipment for safe operation?
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Is equipment stored in its proper place when not in use?
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Are plugs, sockets, switches and power boards in good order?
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Are electrical cords situated/ secured to prevent trip hazards?
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Are electrical leads protected from damage/liquids?
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Is power board and extension cord use kept to a minimum?
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Do multi-outlet power boards have their own individual switches?
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Is the use of double adaptors and piggy back plugs prohibited?
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Is there a periodic check of equipment and extension leads? i.e. appliances & leads are tested and tagged and medical test and tagged as appropriate
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Are specific items of equipment serviced in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines?
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Has the monthly electrical safety check in the ambulance simulator been completed? Both trip switch tests ok?
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Is training provided in use of equipment?
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Other hazards identified? (List details)
Manual Tasks
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Are frequently used items within easy access between shoulder and knee height?
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Are heavy items stored at waist height?
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Are step ladders or safety steps readily available to access items stored on high shelves?
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Are mechanical aids (e.g. trolleys) readily available and used when required?
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Are mechanical aids in good working order?
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Are frequent breaks taken from repetitive tasks?
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Other hazards identified? (List details)
Workstation Ergonomics
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Is work height appropriate?
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Are chairs fully adjustable?
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Is there sufficient leg room to allow proper access to workstation and symmetrical posture?
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Are footrests provided where required?
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Is screen based equipment adjustable and located to prevent glare / shadows?
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Other hazards identified? (List details)
Chemical Safety (General)
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Is Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information available for all chemicals?
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Are all containers correctly labelled in accordance with GHS? (including containers of decanted substances in smaller containers e.g. spray bottles)
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Are emergency spill kits signposted, stocked and in date?
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Are staff trained in the use of Personal Protective Equipment / Clothing (PPE/C) used in their area?
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Are staff familiar with the spill clean up procedures?
Biological Safety
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Are cleaning procedures established for normal cleaning and emergency spills?
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Are systems in place for safe handling of sharps?
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Are adequate sharps bins and bio-hazardous waste receptacles available and clearly marked?
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Is waste management established & implemented?
Outdoor Safety
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Are the outdoor training areas free from hazards?
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Is there adequate shade provided?
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Is there access to drinking water and sunscreen?
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Are the pedestrian areas clearly marked and adhered to?
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