SCSS WHS Property Inspection

• Document No.

• Site Address

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

Exterior

• Home is clearly numered

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Entry to home is accessible, clean and uncluttered (gates/doors clear from obstructions)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Home presents well (lawns mowed, gardens maintained)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the pathways clear from overhanging trees and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Stair treads are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Handrails are present, safe and secure (where required)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Photo of property exterior

  Media

General

• Evacuation Plans are present and current?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are evacuation plans in correct location?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the property clean & tidy?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fences and walls in good state of repair?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All doors are in good condition and in working order?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the hot water system been checked to ensure it is set to a safe temperature?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Kitchen

• Drains (both floor and sink) are clear and free flowing

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fridge is clean and in good working condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Microwave is clean and in good working condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Oven/stove is safe and clean

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Kitchen area is free from pests or evidence thereof

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all electrical equipment as been tested & tagged (must be current)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all electrical switches/sockets appear to be in good working condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there any fire safety equipment present in kitchen?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire Blanket

• Fire Extinguisher

Laundry

• Floor area is free from water and being wet

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Washing machine clean and in good working order (no leaks)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a dryer present?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the dryer filter clean and in working condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All electrical equipment has been tested & tagged (must be current)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all electrical switches/sockets in good working condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Area/doorways are free from trip hazards

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Bathroom/Toilet

• Is there adequate draining present (both in shower and floor)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the floor free from water and being wet?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate lighting?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Handrails present, safe and secure (if required)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Toilet is in good working condition? (not leaking)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a second Toilet/Bathroom?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Bathroom/Toilet

• Is there adequate draining present (both in shower and floor)?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the floor free from water and being wet?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate lighting?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Handrails present, safe and secure (if required)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Toilet is in good working condition? (not leaking)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Staff Office

• Is there a WHS Lockable Cabinet present?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the WHS Cabinet locked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the following present:

• Medication Roles & Dispenser?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire Extinguisher?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire Blanket?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First Aid Kit?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Smoke Alarm?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Medication Folder for each Service User?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency Kit?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there an Emergency Survival Plan available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Small toolbox

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Any items restricted to be used by Service Users (agreement must be in place between SU and SCSS)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Spare Evacuation plan?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Spare Activity Schedule?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Communication Book?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• SCSS Laptop?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a Hard Copy ISP (Individual Support Plan) available for staff reference?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Please take a photo

  Media

• Has the fire extinguisher been checked in the last 6 months?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Bedroom 1

• Is the bed in a safe position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Can staff or Service Users access both sides of bed to ensure ease of tidying?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is bed safe and suitable for Service User?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate ventilation in the room?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate lighting in the room?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there suitable storage available for Service Users to store their belongings?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a 900mm egress from the foot of the bed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a Second Bedroom?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Bedroom 2

• Is the bed in a safe position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Can staff or Service Users access both sides of bed to ensure ease of tidying?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is bed safe and suitable for Service User?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate ventilation in the room?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there suitable storage available for Service Users to store their belongings?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a 900mm egress from the foot of the bed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a Third Bedroom?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Bedroom 3

• Is the bed in a safe position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Can staff or Service Users access both sides of bed to ensure ease of tidying?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is bed safe and suitable for Service User?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate ventilation in the room?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there suitable storage available for Service Users to store their belongings?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a 900mm egress from the foot of the bed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a Forth Bedroom?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Bedroom 4

• Is the bed in a safe position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Can staff or Service Users access both sides of bed to ensure ease of tidying?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is bed safe and suitable for Service User?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate ventilation in the room?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there suitable storage available for Service Users to store their belongings?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a 900mm egress from the foot of the bed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Lounge Room/Dining Room

• Is the Lounge a safe distance from the Television?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the walkways clear from obstuctions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are power cords in good condition and clear from walkways?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the dining table and chairs sturdy and in good working order?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the dining table located in a safe position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Outdoor Safety

• Is the washing line in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the washing line located in a safe position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all overhead structures safe ad secure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Outdoor equipment is safe and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All patios/decks have safe and secure floor surfacing?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Other

• Have all risks/hazards and maintenance been adequately recorded? If not, please list here.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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