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  • Document No.

  • Version updates:
    4.1 Removed scoring from auditor name field.
    4.2 Removed unnecessary check field from sign off screen.
    4.3 Decibel readings added to the audit.
    4.4 Added fire rating assessment of plant room envelope, and emergency lighting review.
    5.0 Reconfigured actions and added drop down trade selects. Trade packages added.

PRA - Plant Room Audit

  • Audit Title (example of entry : PRA, Building name, Room number )

  • Client / Site ( example of entry: Campus or Site, Grid Reference )

  • Conducted on

  • Audit undertaken by:

  • If Other Person, then enter name of auditor below:

  • Personnel in attendance:

Means of Egress

  • Entry and exit doors clearly marked and uncluttered ?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Doors can be opened from inside by way of push down lever?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Does the room have adequate EXIT and or Emergency lighting ?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

Noise

  • Is the plant room very noisy ?

  • What is the average decibel reading ?

  • What is the decibel peak reading ? What control measures are required ?

Housekeeping and General

  • Are internal walkways and exit paths clear of obstructions?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Is the plant room clean ?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Do the walls and floors require painting ?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Does the room contain non plant room essential items ? (Junk, furniture etc)

  • What are the items, and what needs to be done ?

  • Are plant room spare parts items stored correctly and securely?

Steps, Stairs and Landings

  • Are step treads in good condition, including non slip treatments?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Are handrails in good condition?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Are steps clear of obstructions?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

Lighting

  • Are all plant room areas, walkways and stairs well lit?

  • Are all existing lights working?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

Electrical

  • Are light switches easy to find and free from defects ?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Are isolating switches installed on all equipment and clearly labelled and readily accessible?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Are all electrical and data cables either on trays, catenaries, or fastened to the structure?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

Machinery

  • Are guards in place on all operational equipment. Ensure guards are securely fixed and adequate.

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Are emergency stop buttons clearly marked and operational ? (These are not isolating switches)

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Does each item of plant have adequate caution / warning labels attached ?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Is the machinery free of leaks ?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Are all assets identified by way of bar codes or asset tags ?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Are plant schematics / SOPs displayed in the plant room ?

Pipe Work

  • Are all pipes in good visual condition and free of leaks ?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Are all pipes labelled and colour coded?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Is lagging in good condition (note for asbestos)

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

Asbestos Register

  • Was the Asbestos Register checked before undertaking the audit ?

  • Does the Asbestos Register accurately reflect real conditions ?

  • What are the issues ?

  • Are there labels on items that contain asbestos ?

  • Are there other asbestos concerns in the plant room ?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

Service and Repair Contractors Work Areas

  • Have the plant areas been left in a clean condition by contractors ?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Is the ventilation of the area adequate?

  • Are floor drop offs or drains protected by covers or rails ?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

  • Is the area free from trip hazards?

  • Select trade from list

  • WHAT needs to be done ?

  • Action Required

  • Action Type

  • Work Request No:

  • Add a PHOTO here only if it's too hard to simply describe the issue in the text above.

Emergency Management

  • Are locations and names of first aid stations and first aid staff displayed in the room ? Suggest near exit doorway.

  • Is there adequate emergency and directional signage in place? <br><br>The passenger lift (if there is one) contains the closest emergency phone direct to security.

  • Does the space contain an emergency alarm or warning system ?

  • Are appropriate and adequate fire extinguishers in place and serviced?

  • What was the last test month and year ?

Sign off

Sign Off Section

  • Select the name of the person signing off this audit and then select "Sign"

  • if Other Person, then enter name is space below and then select "Sign"

  • Add signature

Summary of TRADE packages for non urgent Work Requests to be entered into Archibus

  • This section is used to summarise the tasks or actions from the audit into trade packages.
    Add one Work Request per trade.
    Select trade and add a rough estimate of cost.
    Add the Work Request number from Archibus.

    Note for Archibus entries:
    Do Not Add a chargeback account code
    Select work program as MAINT FACILITIES
    Select work category TRADE from xDEF list
    Make sure an ESTIMATE is entered into the WR
    Do NOT commence these WR in Archibus. Select DEFERRED
    Trade packages can be broken out into more detailed WRs in Archibus once funding is made available.

  • Do you want to add a trade package of work ?

  • Trade Package of Work
  • Select the Trade from the list

  • Add a rough estimate of cost of the trade work here: $

  • Add the Archibus Work Request number here

  • Sample Archibus WR text:

    Trade package of works identified in the PRA audit for the nominated room. [Add more description if required]

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