Quarterly Workplace Hazard Inspection Checklist Hygiene Department

Quarterly workplace hazard inspection list engineering

• Conducted on

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• The temperature is adequate / comfortable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lighting and ventilation is adequate for the task required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Walkways / traffic areas are clear of clutter

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Noise levels are not excessive within the department.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is appropriate drainage to to ensure doesn’t pool on floor

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Floors are even and have an appropriate slip resistance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Floors are free from gaps / holes / cracks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The workplace amenities used by the staff are adequate and in a clean condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical appliances, cords and equipment have been tested and tagged. Please check all items and advise when the NEXT EXPIRY date is out of all of the items

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Detail next expiry date

  Date

• Electrical cords, extension, plugs and switches are safely arranged and in good repair I.e. Plastic covering intact

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical cords are secured to prevent trip injuries

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Piggy back plugs (double adaptors) are Not used in the department

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical equipment is not exposed to water

  Yes

  No

  N/A

3.Personal protective equipment

• PPE and disposable gloves, glasses, aprons and ear protection are available for use and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Staff are wearing the required PPE (e.g. hi vis vests when going into back dock area)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Detail ONE item of PPE worn

• Staff are wearing appropriate footwear I.e. non-slip rubber soled shoes

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Compactors are maintained and serviced as per the manufacturers or suppliers guidelines

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Detail next expiry date

  Date

• Compactors are in good condition I.e. no leaks from hoses, no sharp edges and functioning as normal

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All equipment and machinery cords have been tested and tagged I.e. compactor and scrubbers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Compactor cage is in good condition I.e. flashing lights are operational and interlock systems are functioning correctly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Radiation detector is calibrated and functioning

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety signage is in place for machinery. That exposes workers to hazards I.e. pinch points

  Yes

  No

  N/A

5. Housekeeping

• Wet floor signs are available and used

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hey gone is routinely cleaned

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The environment is free of trip / slip hazards

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The floor is free from rubbish, debris and or spills

  Yes

  No

  N/A

6. Chemical

• SpIll kits are available to clean up oil spills, are stocked and sealed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Chemicals are within expiry and being stored correctly I.e. not with incompatible substances and bunded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire extinguishers and hose reel are in close proximity, clearly marked and have been tested within the last 6 months

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Detail when the fire extinguisher was last tested (will be displayed on the metal tag on the neck of the extinguisher)

  Date

• Emergency exit signs are lit and are clearly marked and visible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire and smoke doors are clearly signed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exit doors open and close easily and are free from any obstructions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency procedures (code red - fire, code orange - evacuation, code brown - ext emergency) are contained in the fire bow at the emergency assembly points and are in date

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency wall plans are in place clearly showing, exits and fire fighting equipment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency procedure flip books are located next to every staff telephone

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Staff are aware of emergency procedures and how to raise the alarm - DIAL 55

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ask FIVE staff members

• Smoke / heat detectors are free from damage / obstructions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All emergency alarms have been tested I.e. duress alarms

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First aid kit is available and fully stocked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Staff have received basic fire extinguisher training

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Items stored on shelves are not stored too high. I.e. items on top shelves should be one box high

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are items stored appropriately I.e. Frequently used items and heavy items stored between knee and shoulder height

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Materials are stored securely to prevent falling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Shelves are secured to walls / floors to prevent falling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Clinical waste storage room is locked at all times

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage rooms are neat and tidy to allow a clear walking path and are free from rubbish

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Staff follow correct materials manual tasks procedures

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Staff have received materials manual handling training within the last year

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Staff are not required to undertake tasks lifting excessive weight

  Yes

  No

  N/A

10. Workplace Health And Safety Information

• Injury Hotline poster displayed in work area

  Yes

  No

  N/A

11. Policy And Procedure

• Policy and Procedures are followed at all times and are up to date

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safe Operating Procedures (SPOs) are in place for all tasks and are up to date

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All agency / casual / contractor staff have received the contractor orientation induction checklist and area specific orientation handout

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All contractors have signed the contractor register when on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All agency / Casual / contractor staff are wearing appropriate ID badges

  Yes

  No

  N/A

13. Security

• Doors that lead to the eastern end of back dock are closed at all times

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Compactor access is restricted to authorised personnel only

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Identity badges are visible and worn at all times, including agency, doctors, students and contractors

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Designated areas are limited to authorised personnel at all times

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Aggression in the department is recognised, managed and coordinated in effective manner

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Total number of corrective actions

• Completed by

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• Department manager name

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