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  • Audit Title

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

1.0 - Previous inspection

  • 1.1 - Has the last Shop Safety Walk been reviewed?

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  • 1.2 - Has everything been addressed from the previous shop safety walk?

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2.0 - Fire Prevention

  • 2.1 - Evacuation plan displayed and understood by all employees?

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  • 2.3 - Extinguishers in place, clearly marked for type of fire?

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  • 2.4 - Extinguishers checked monthly?

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  • 2.5 - Extinguishers clear of obstructions?

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  • 2.8 - Adequate direction notices for fire exits?

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  • 2.9 - Exit doors easily opened from inside?

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  • 2.10 - Exits clear of obstructions?

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3.0 - General Lighting

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  • 3.1 - Good natural lighting?

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  • 3.2 - Reflected light from walls & ceilings not causing glare to employees?

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  • 3.3 - Light fittings clean and in good condition?

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  • 3.4 - Emergency exit lighting operable?

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4.0 - Building Safety

  • 4.1 - Floor surfaces even and uncluttered?

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  • 4.2 - Entry and walkways kept clear?

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  • 4.3 - Walkways adequately and clearly marked?

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  • 4.4 - Intersections kept clear of boxes etc?

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  • 4.5 - Stair and risers kept clear?

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  • 4.6 - Are there any spills on the floor?

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  • 4.7 - Are railings in good condition?

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  • 4.8 - Are fall preventive measures in place and used where gaps occur in railings?

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  • 4.9 - Are walkways clear of obstructions?

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  • 4.11 - Loading and unloading areas clean and orderly?

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5.0 - Work Benches

  • 5.1 - Clear of rubbish?

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  • 5.2 - Are tools put away when not in use?

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  • 5.3 - Are any damaged hand tools being utilized?

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  • 5.4 - Are any damaged power tools being utilized?

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  • 5.5 - Work height correct for the type of work and the employee?

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  • 5.6 - Are there any sharp edges that could cut employees?

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6.0 - Garbage

  • 6.1 - Are garbage cans located in convenient places around the shop?

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  • 6.2 - Are garbage cans emptied regularly?

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  • 6.3 - Oily rags and combustible refuse in covered metal containers?

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7.0 - Storage Design and Use

  • 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 - Is the general condition of racks and pallets adequate?

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8.0 - Machines and Equipment

  • 8.1 - Are they kept clean?

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  • 8.2 - Are the floors around the machines 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 - Drip pans on floor to prevent spillage?

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  • 8.7 - Adequate work space?

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  • 8.8 - Is lighting adequate?

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  • 8.9 - Noise levels controlled?

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  • 8.10 - No bending or stooping required?

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  • 8.12 - Operators trained/inducted into the operation of the machines?

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  • 8.13 - Is the training recorded?

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  • 8.14 - Do operators comply with the training?

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  • 8.15 - Are lockout procedures implemented and followed?

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  • 8.16 - Are gas bottles secured?

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9.0 - Electrical Safety

  • 9.1 - Safety switches installed?

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  • 9.2 - Safety switches tested every 6 months and tests recorded?

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  • 9.3 - No double adapters in use?

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  • 9.4 - Portable equipment tested and tagged?

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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 - No strained leads?

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  • 9.9 - Portable power tools in good condition?

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  • 9.10 - Where required are emergency shut-down procedures in place?

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10.0 - Chemical Safety

  • 10.2 - Safety Data Sheets available for all chemicals?

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  • 10.3 - Risk assessments completed for hazardous substances?

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  • 10.4 - All containers labelled correctly?

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  • 10.5 - Unused substances disposed of?

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  • 10.6 - Do special storage conditions apply?

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  • 10.7 - If applicable are special storage conditions followed?

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  • 10.8 - Workers trained in the use of hazardous substances?

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  • 10.9 - If required is PPE available?

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  • 10.10 - Is adequate ventilation provided?

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  • 10.11 - Are eye washes and showers easily accessed?

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11.0 Ladders

  • 11.1 - Are all ladders Industrial strength? (Non Household rated, check label.)

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  • 11.2 - Are ladders in good condition?

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  • 11.4 - Used according to instructions?

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  • 11.5 - For extension ladders are ropes, pulleys and treads in a good state of repair?

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12.0 - First Aid Facilities

  • 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 expiration 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?

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  • 12.8 - Are emergency numbers displayed?

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13.0 - Office Hazards

  • 13.1 - Condition of filing cabinets?

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  • 13.2 - Condition of chairs? (Five star bases.)

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  • 13.3 - Desks in good condition? (No damage.)

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  • 13.4 - Screen Based Equipment positioned to reduce glare from windows etc?

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  • 13.5 - Photocopiers positioned to avoid fumes?

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  • 13.7 - Air conditioning systems regularly maintained?

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  • 13.8 - Stable non-slip floor coverings in good condition?

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14.0 - Vehicle Condition

  • 14.1 - Schedule maintenance performed?

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  • 14.2 - Condition of tires?

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  • 14.4 - Lights? (Check operation of brake, indicator and reversing lights)

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  • 14.5 - Condition of drivers seat?

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  • 14.6 - Condition of other seats?

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  • 14.7 - First aid kit supplied and adequate?

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