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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
1. Office set up - ergonomics
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An adjustable height and back rest, ergonomic chair with a five base used
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Feet’s and lower limbs are supported by floor or footrest
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Keyboard height allows shoulders to be relaxed
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There is adequate working space on desk
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Monitor approximately arm’s length from operator and eyes approximately level with top third of screen
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Monitor screen is free from glare
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Frequently used items are within close reach
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Postural change occurs every 25 - 30 minutes
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Repetitive twisting / bending of neck or back is avoided
2.Environment
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The temperature is adequate / comfortable
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Lighting and ventilation is adequate for the tasks required
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Is the exhaust system free of grease and cleaned weekly
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Are pots and food containers, all in good repair - no sharp edges
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Walkways / traffic areas are clear of clutter
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Furniture and trolleys are arranged to minimise disruption to walkways
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Work surfaces are at an appropriate height
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Traffic flow in area does not cause risk of collision or injury
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Noise levels are not excessive within the department
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There is appropriate drainage to ensure water doesn’t pool on the floor
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Floors are even and have an appropriate slip resistance
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Floors are free from gaps / holes / cracks
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No heavy traffic is directed through hot work areas
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The workplace amenities used by the staff are adequate and in a clean condition
3. Electrical
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Electrical appliances, cords, and equipment have been tested and tagged. Please check all items and advise when NEXT EXPIRY date is out of all of the items
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Detail next expiry date
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Electrical cords, extensions, plugs and switches are safely arranged and in good repair I.e. plastic covering intact
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Electrical cords are secured to prevent trip injuries
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Piggy back plugs (double adaptors) are NOT used in the department
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Electrical equipment is not exposed to water
4. Personal Protective Equipment
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PPE and disposable gloves, glasses, aprons and ear protection are available for use and in good condition
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Staff are wearing the required PPE
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Detail ONE item of PPE worn :
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Staff are wearing appropriate footwear I.e. non - slip rubber soled shoes
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Heat resistant gloves / mitts are used when working with hot food / containers
5. Equipment / Machinery
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Safety steps or step ladders are available to enable access to all storage areas
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Kitchen trolleys, and food trolleys are neatly arranged and wheels are in good repair
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Any damaged equipment has been removed from service until repair / replacement
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All powered equipment and machinery is in good working order
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Out of service or danger tags are available to place on faulty / damaged equipment
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All guards on machines are in place and functioning correctly, including Hobart Mixer
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All seals are intact and preventing any leakages
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Knives are stored in an appropriate location
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If staff take knives home they are wrapped appropriately
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All staff who use the motorised pallet jack have been trained how to use it
6. Housekeeping
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Wet floor signs are available and used
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Equipment not in use is removed to storage or disposed of
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The environment is free of trip / slip hazards
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The floor is free from rubbish, debris and or spills
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Routine detailing and floor cleaning is preformed and documented to HACCP standards
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A broken glass / crockery bin is in place and used
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FrEezer entry and floor is free from ice build up
7. Emergency
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Fire extinguishers and a hose reel are in close proximity, clearly marked and have been tested within the last 6 months
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Staff have received basic fire extinguisher training
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Emergency exit signs are lit and are clearly marked and visible
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Fire and smoke doors are clearly signed
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Exit doors open and close and are free from obstructions
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Emergency procedures (code red - fire, code orange - evacuation, code brown - ext emergency) are contained in the fire box at the emergency assembly points and are in date
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Emergency wall plans are in place clearly showing, exits and firefighting equipment
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Emergency procedure flip books are located next tto o every staff telephone
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Emergency eye wash station is functioning - test by operating the shower nozzle and the face wash
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First aid kits accessible, checked and restocked
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Staff are aware of emergency procedures and how to raise the alarm - DIAL 55
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Ask FIVE staff members 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
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Smoke / detectors are free from damage / obstruction
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All cool room emergency release mechanisms and alarms have been tested, are functional and staff have been trained in their use
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All cool room emergency signage is intact and clearly visible
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All emergency alarms have been tested I.e. Duress alarms
8. Storage
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Items stored on shelves are not stored too high. I.e. items on top shelves should be one box high
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Are items stored appropriately I.e. Frequently used items and heavy items stored between knee and shoulder height
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Materials are stored securely to prevent falling
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Safety steps are available in the area
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Storage rooms and fridges are neat and tidy to allow a clear walking path and are free from rubbish
9. Chemicals
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Safety data sheet (SDS) book is stored with the chemicals in the chemical storage / cleaners room
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Chemical containers are labeled with the manufacture / suppliers label
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Spill kits are available to clean up chemical spills (in bulk chemical storage areas)
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Appropriate PPE is worn by staff working with chemicals
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All chemicals are stored to prevent unauthorised access and storage areas are locked I.e. cleaners room
10. Manual handling
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Staff follow correct materials manual tasks procedures
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Staff have received materials manual handling training within the last year
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Staff are not required to undertake tasks lifting excessive weight
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Equipment is available such as trolleys to reduce the need for manual handling
11. Workplace Health and Safety Information
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The below policies are displayed in the work area and signed by the hospital executive. * Work Health and Safety * Manual Handling. * Zero Tolerance - Aggression & Violence * Return to Work & Rehabilitation
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Current Workplace Health and Safety Subcommittee Minutes are displayed in work area
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Current monthly Safety reports are displayed in area
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Injury Hotline poster displayed in work area
12. Policy and Procedure
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Policy and Procedures are followed at all times and are up to date
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Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs) are in place for all tasks and are up to date
13. Agency / Casual / Contractor Staff
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All agency / casual / contractor staff have received the contractor orientation induction checklist and ward specific orientation handout
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All agency / casual staff have signed the ward attendance register
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All agency / casual staff are wearing appropriate ID badges
14. Security
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Identity badges are visible and worn at all times, including agency, doctors, students and contractors
15. Waste management
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All waste is contained and disposed of in appropriate waste stream I.e. general, clinical confidential, recycle
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Staff using the bin hoist and the general waste compactor have been trained to use
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Total Number of Corrective Actions
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Completed by
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Department Manager Name
