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External

  • Entry to the building is unobstructed and has a clear pathway<br>

  • Exit of the building is unobstructed and has a clear pathway

  • Landscaping is not intrusive to pathways and egress points

  • External lighting is adequate<br>

  • External Walkways non slippery when wet<br>

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Fire

  • Extinguishers/Hose Reel/Fire Blankets are in place / installed

  • Are clearly marked e.g. Location / Identification

  • Have current service history e.g. Check Tags

  • Area around extinguisher is clear for a 1 meter radius

  • Fire exit signs are in working order

  • Exit doors are not blocked

  • Exit doors can easily be opened

  • Fire alarm is in working order

  • Emergency plan is displayed

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Electrical

  • Electrical plan is located on site

  • No frayed or damaged leads

  • Portable power tools in good condition

  • No temporary leads on the floor

  • Testing and tagging of electrical items

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General Lighting

  • There is adequate illumination in working areas - use Lux meter if required

  • There is good natural lighting

  • There is no direct or reflected glare

  • Light fittings are in good working condition and are clean

  • Emergency lighting is operational

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Walkways

  • Walkways are clearly marked

  • Walkways are clear of obstructions/trip hazards

  • There is unobstructed vision at intersections

  • Stairs not blocked and are in good condition

  • Stair Railings are at the correct height (minimum of (900mm high)

  • All stairs have non slip tread

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Rubbish

  • Bins are available

  • Bins will be emptied regularly

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Work Benches / Office Desks / Chairs

  • Desks adequate

  • Tools are stored properly

  • Adequate work height and/or adjustable

  • No sharp edges

  • Office Chairs conform to AS/NZS 4438:1997

  • Fixed height chairs conform to AS/NZS 4688.2:2000

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Storage

  • Racks are strength rated for intended use - see maximum weight rating

  • Materials stored in racks in a safe manner

  • Racks are fixed to the wall / floor (If applicable)

  • Pallets are in good condition (no broken wood)

  • Floor around racking is clear of rubbish or obstacles

  • Racking is in good condition, no damaged uprights, beams etc.

  • Are lifting devices available

  • Are lifting devises approved for the required work

  • Is a compactus present and operable

  • Area clear of trip hazards

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Chemicals

  • SDS for all chemicals

  • SDS Register is available and up to date on ChemAlert

  • Containers are clearly and accurately labelled

  • All chemicals are stored in accordance with the SDS

  • Correct PPE readily available

  • Hazardous chemicals located in appropriate storage container

  • Are risk assessments complete within Chemalert, ( Red / Amber) risks

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First Aid

  • First aid kits and contents clean and orderly, stocked appropriately (as per the Schedule in the kit)

  • Easy access to first aid kits

  • All employees are aware of location of first aid kits

  • Approved signage on display

  • Date last checked

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Workshop Floor

  • Walkways adequately marked

  • Hazard areas marked

  • Area clean and clear of trip hazards

  • Ventilation suitable for the work being carried out

  • Emergency stop buttons available to suit the the work being undertaken

  • Is the area free from dust, housekeeping in order

  • Exhaust / dust extractions in place

  • Welding screens in place and being used

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Office

  • No exposed leads / computer cables / trip or pull hazards

  • Filing cabinets are stable and in good repair

  • Workers' chairs at correct height (knees at right angles, feet flat)

  • Workers' monitors correct distance (arms length away when seated)

  • Workers' monitors correct height (eyes in line with top of screen)

  • Workers' mouse located beside keyboard (allows relaxed arms and wrists)

  • Workers' keyboard located near edge of desk (allows relaxed arms)

  • Good housekeeping

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Machines

  • Plant risk assessments available - controls in place

  • Power equipment clean

  • All guarding in place and interlocks working

  • All electrical machines tagged and tested

  • Manufactures Instructions and SWOPS are available on site

  • E-Stop switches in place and operable

  • PPE available

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WHS Information

  • Safety signs displayed

  • "No smoking" signs are displayed as per SOP 077

  • "Staff only" or "Restricted area" signs are displayed in relevant areas

  • Relative Work Health and Safety information displayed i.e. SWOP

  • Emergency contacts displayed and up to date

  • Safety noticeboard is available and up to date

  • Evacuation / Assembly point signage

  • WHS Manual available to workers

  • Emergency evacuation plan displayed and tested

  • Training records up to date

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Kitchen

  • Fire Blanket in approved location

  • Drinking water available

  • Access to hand washing facilities (including dryer or paper towels)

  • Bins available

  • Cleaning products readily available

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Toilets

  • Disabled facilities (including signage)

  • Sanitary facilities

  • Hand washing facilities (Dryer or paper towels

  • Bin

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Building Safety

  • Confined spaces are signed appropriately

  • Electrical cabinets are locked

  • Plant room is locked as applicable

  • RCD is installed as per Regulation 164 WHS Regulations 2012

  • Access to ceiling and roof space clearly marked (if appropriate)

  • Does the building appear to be sound in construction? Any major cracks?<br>

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