Inspection checklist

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Inspection checklist

Access and egress

  • Are vehicle and pedestrian routes separated and kept clear?

  • Are doors to restricted areas (e.g. plant room) secured?

  • Is all correct site safety signage in place?

  • Are all persons on site signing into the site folder daily?

  • Has everyone on site been inducted?

Asbestos

  • Are any areas containing asbestos identified and clearly marked?

  • Are materials containing asbestos in good condition/sealed?

  • Is a copy of the asbestos register readily available to all personnel concerned?

Chemicals

  • Are all containers clearly labelled with contents, hazard warnings, etc?

  • Are COSHH assessments available for substances used or stored?

  • Are emergency and clean up procedures readily available?

  • Are substances used stored safely?

Housekeeping

  • Are all work areas clean and tidy?

  • Are all materials/tools stored in a safe and tidy manner?

  • Is site skip in good order and being emptied accordingly?

Electrical safety

  • Is any electrical works being completed safely, i.e. locking off DB board?

  • Is all electrical equipment/tools PAT tested and in date?

Emergency precautions

  • Are emergency instructions displayed clearly throughout the work place?

  • Are flammable materials stored in a safe/secure manner?

  • Are escape routes/exits clearly marked, illuminated and kept clear at all times?

  • Are fire extinguishers readily available throughout the site?

First aid

  • Is there a first aid kit, fully equipped and available to staff?

  • Are first aiders/appointed persons list displayed and up to date?

Lighting

  • Is the lighting suitable for the task, especially for intricate or safety critical work?

  • Are stairwells and corridors properly lit?

  • Is there adequate natural light?

Lifting, manual handling

  • Are all personnel trained in manual handling?

  • Is mechanical lifting equipment available and used whenever possible?

Tools/equipment

  • Are all power tools used in good condition and fit for purpose?

  • Are all hand tools in good condition and fit for purpose?

Noise

  • Are noise levels acceptable or are adequate controls in place?

  • Is there correct signage warning people of noisy areas?

  • Is hearing protection readily available?

Personal protective equipment

  • Is appropriate PPE provided and being used correctly by all employees?

  • Is all PPE in good condition and fit for purpose?

Slips, trips and falls

  • Are floors and stairs in good condition and kept tidy and cleared of any obstructions?

  • Are any trailing leads and cables secured or covered?

  • Is there any work at height?

  • Is there correct equipment for work at height i.e. scaffolding/mews?

  • Are guardrails, handrails, edge protection in place and in good order?

Temperature

  • Is the temperature comfortable?

  • Can breaks be taken away from hot or cold areas?

Welfare facilities

  • Are the welfare facilities suitable?

  • Are washing services appropriate, i.e. hot water, soap, hand towels?

  • Is there adequate seating available?

  • Are toilets clean and in good order?

Other

  • Is all relevant documentation kept on site, i.e. RAMS, sign in sheets, permits to work etc?

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