Information
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Audit Title
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Client / Site
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
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Personnel
1.0 - Previous inspection
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1.1 - Have all outstanding actions been transferred to this Workplace Inspection with comments made?
2.0 - Fire Prevention
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2.1 - Extinguishers in place, clearly marked for type of fire?
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2.2 - Extinguisher mounted at or waist height?
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2.3 - Correct extinguisher wall sign for the type of extinguisher
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2.4 - Hose reels identified with a sign and located with 30 meters of a signed exit?
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2.5 - Extinguishers and hose reels clear of obstructions?
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2.6 - New staff informed of location of extinguishers? (Ask 2 staff)
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2.7 - Fire alarm system testing done.
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2.8 - Smoke detectors fitted and working?
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2.9 - General comments
3.0 - Emergency Exits and Procedures
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3.1 - Evacuation plan displayed and showing evacuation routes?
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3.2 - Staff are aware of Emergency Procedures (Ask 2 staff)
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3.3 - Emergency evacuation exercise undertaken annually and records kept? Last date tested?
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3.4 - Signs clearly identify fire wardens by name and phone number?
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3.5 - Fire warden training is with the last 2 years?
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3.6 - Exit doors easily opened from inside?
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3.7 - Exits clear of obstructions?
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3.8 - Emergency exit lighting operable?
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3.9 - Emergency lighting in place if after hours operations?
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3.10 - Emergency lighting and emergency exit signs tested 6 monthly and records kept?
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3.11 - General comments
4.0 - Building Safety and Grounds
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4.1 - Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?
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4.2 - Entry and walkways kept clear?
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4.3 - The workplace is free of tripping hazards?
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4.4 - Walkways adequately and clearly marked?
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4.5 - Stair and risers kept clear?
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4.6 - Are railings in good condition?
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4.7 - Are outside walkways free from uneven surfaces, potholes, etc?
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4.8 - Signs displayed in appropriate locations, identifying issues and hazards
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4.9 - Perimeter fencing in good order?
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4.10 - Drainage / drains clear of obstructions?
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4.11 - Grounds are clean and in good presentable order?
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4.12 - Security gates and locks in good working order?
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4.13 - Is the workplace free of distracting or disruptive noises?
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4.14 - Does the workplace at different areas have a dB below 80? Use the dB app to note the level.
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4.15 - General comments
5.0 - Work Benches - Engineering/Nurses
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5.1 - Clear of rubbish?
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5.2 - Tools not in use kept in place?
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5.3 - No damaged hand tools in use?
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5.4 - No damaged power tools in use?
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5.5 - Work height correct for the type of work and the employee?
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5.6 - No sharp edges?
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5.7 - General comments
13.0 - Office
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6.1 - Filing cabinets are in good condition?
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6.2 - Chairs are in good condition?
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6.3 - Desks in good condition? (No damage.)
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6.4 - Workstations are well designed, safe and fit for purpose?
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6.5 - Adequate space per person exists?
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6.6 - Areas are clean, tidy and free from hazards?
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6.7 - Photocopiers positioned at least 1800 cm from workstations and well ventilated?
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6.8 - Office machines are in good operational order?
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6.9 - Office machine (such as guillotines and shredders) have guards fitted?
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6.10 - Stored items are accessible with no overreaching?
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6.11 - Monitors and other electrical equipment is free from combustible materials?
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6.12 - Air conditioning systems regularly maintained?
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6.13 - The temperature is maintained at a comfortable level at approximately 21-24 with regular circulation?
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6.14 - General comments
7.0 - Storage Design and Use
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7.1 - Materials stored in racks and bins wherever possible?
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7.2 - Storage designed to minimise lifting problems?
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7.3 - Floors around racking clear of rubbish?
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7.4 - Are racks and pallets in good condition?
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7.5 - Is a step ladder or stable step provided to reach items stored on high shelves?
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7.6 - Are storage shelves loaded in a way that heavy items are not stored above shoulder height?
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7.7 - Adequate storage exists?
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7.8 - General comments
8.0 - Machines and Equipment
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8.1 - Are they kept clean?
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8.2 - Are the floors around the machines and equipment kept clean?
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8.3 - Guards in good condition?
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8.4 - Starting and stopping devices within easy reach of operator?
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8.5 - Waste/off cuts removed and stored safely?
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8.6 - If PPE is required is it being worn?
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8.7 - If PPE is required, is it appropriately signed?
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8.8 - Adequate work space around machines and equipment?
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8.9 - Noise levels controlled?
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8.10 - No bending or stooping required?
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8.11 - General comments
9.0 - Electrical Safety
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9.1 - Leads are not creating tripping hazards?
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9.2 - No double adapters in use?
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9.3 - Is there sufficient power outlets for the appliances used?
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9.4 - Equipment tested and tagged? (view several items across the workplace)
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9.5 - No broken plugs, sockets or switches?
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9.6 - No power leads across walkways?
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9.7 - No frayed or damaged leads?
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9.8 - General comments
10.0 - Chemical Safety
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10.1 - Hazardous Substance Register available? (Ask 2 staff members where to locate)
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10.2 - Material Safety Data Sheets available for chemicals? Check 5
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10.3 - All containers labelled correctly?
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10.4 - No chemicals are decanted into food or drink containers. (answer should be yes, no means that they have been)
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10.5 - Unused substances disposed of correctly?
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10.6 - Chemical store areas appropriately signed?
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10.7 - Is a spill kit available and maintained?
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10.8 - If required is PPE available?
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10.9 - Is adequate ventilation provided?
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10.10 - Are eye washes and showers easily accessed?
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10.11 - Asbestos register up to date and available?
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10.12 - General comments
11.0 - Housekeeping and Amenities
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11.1 - Cleaning schedule in place and effective?
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11.2 - No Smoking signs displayed at or near entrance?
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11.3 - Temperature and ventilation can be adjusted?
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11.4 - Staff eating and resting areas are in a clean and safe condition?
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11.5 - Refrigerators and cooking appliances are clean?
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11.6 - No power points are mounted clear and wet areas?
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11.7 - Are all appliances such as microwave ovens stored at a safe height and easily accessible?
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11.8 - Are microwave ovens in a good condition?
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11.9 - Are cutlery, cups and plates clean and stored in a hygienic manner?
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11.10 - Are kitchen cleaning materials stored in a safe and hygienic manner?
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11.11 - Are dish cloths and tea towels available for use and clean?
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11.12 - Are toilets and areas surrounding regularly cleaned?
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11.13 - Are floors around toilets and change areas clear of water?
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11.14 - Are shower areas clean and clear of soap on floors?
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11.15 - Are rubbish bins and sanitary bins provided and serviced?
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11.16 - General comments
12.0 - First Aid Facilities
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12.1 - Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?
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12.2 - Are contents regularly checked?
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12.3 - No contents past their expiry date?
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12.4 - Cabinets clearly labelled?
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12.5 - Is there easy access to cabinets?
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12.6 - Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet? (Ask 2 staff members)
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12.7 - Are first aid officers accessible?
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12.8 - Are emergency numbers displayed?
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12.9 - General comments
13.0 - Security
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13.1 - Security system operating correctly (locks, proximity cards, cameras, alarms, etc)?
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13.2 - Security lighting in good operating order?
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13.3 - Staff are aware of security procedures and location of them?
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13.4 - Security alarms are regularly tested and records kept?
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13.5 - Duress alarms (where fitted) are tested and records kept?
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13.6 - In the patient / health areas is the drugs stored safety and locked?
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13.7 - In the patient / health areas is a operational patient call alarm fitted in waiting areas?
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13.8 - General comments
14.0 - Rubbish Removal
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14.1 - Bins located at suitable points around site?
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14.2 - Bins emptied regularly?
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14.3 - Oily rags and combustible refuse in covered metal containers?
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14.4 - General comments
15.0 - SQR
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15.1 - Is the current Quality and Safety Policy Statement displayed in reception?
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15.2 - Is the current ISO 9001 certification displayed in reception?
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15.3 - Are staff aware of the SQR page on the RFDS Intranet?
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15.4 - Are all current Safety Alerts displayed in operational areas and viewable?
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15.5 General comments
Sign Off
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