TecNQ Monthly Safety Audit

Information

1. Plant Safety

1.1 Is floor space clear of objects/debris?
1.2 Are safe work procedures/warning signs clearly visible?
1.3 Are machines adequately guarded/protected to prevent contact, entanglement or damage?
1.4 Are the personal protective equipment requirements for the workshop clearly displayed?
1.5 Are the PPE requirements followed?
1.6 Are lighting levels satisfactory for operators to utilise equipment safely?
1.7 Is the plant and equipment located in an appropriate location within the workshop? (i.e. explosion proof)
1.8 Does the workshop floor have clearly outlined safe walkways?
1.9 Is there a preventative maintenance program in place for plant and equipment in the workshop?
1.10 Are there records of maintenance to plant and equipment?
1.11 Are residual current devices in use for portable electrical equipment? If appropriate
1.12 Are there any sources of excessive noise in the immediate work area or from an external source?
1.13 Are people appropriately trained in plant and equipment?
1.14 Are records of training held for appropriately trained people?
1.15 Machines equipment and work area are in good condition.
1.16 Lockout/Tagout procedures are followed.
1.17 Hazard assessments are performed.

2.1 Are all access and egress points clear of obstructions?
2.2 Is emergency exit signage adequate and functioning properly?
2.3 Are appropriate fire extinguishers visible and clear of obstructions?
2.4 Have fire extinguishers/equipment been serviced in last 6months?
2.5 Is the emergency evacuation procedure clearly displayed?
2.6 Have designated building wardens been identified?
2.7 Are first aid kits readily accessible?
2.8 Are there first aid personnel identified
2.9 All emergency equipment is accessible and storage is maintained appropriately.
2.10 All fire/security alarm panels are free from obstructions?
2.11 No smoking policy is enforced.
2.11 All employees are trained in emergency response processes?

3.1 Is there a hazardous substances register for all chemicals?
3.2 Is the MSDS or other safety information available for all chemicals
3.3 Are chemicals labelled appropriately?
3.4 Are poisons or other drugs kept in locked storage?
3.5 Are chemicals stored correctly (i.e only with other compatible chemicals)
3.6 Is all shelving compatible with chemicals stored?
3.7 Is there not more than one flammable liquid cabinet per 250m of floor space?
3.8 Are flammable liquid cabinets at least 3m away from any potential ignition source?
3.9 Are all storage refrigerators spark proof?
3.10 Is there security restricted access to store areas?
3.11 Is there appropriate secondary containment to prevent spread of major spills?
3.12 Is personal protective equipment available for use?
3.13 Are spill cleanup kits and decontamination material available where needed
3.14 Are there approved methods for disposal of all chemicals in the workshop?
3.15 Are staff and students aware of procedures in place for use of chemicals in the workshop?
3.16 Are gas cylinders in the store segregated by dangerous goods class, with correct separation distances?
3.17 Are all gas cylinders securely chained and the valves safe?
3.18 Are specialised trolleys available for moving gas cylinders
3.19 Are all cylinders at least 3m away from potential ignition sources?
3.20 Are gas cylinders stored appropriately within the workshop?
3.20 Emergency eye wash are available?

5.1 Electrical items in safe working condition?
5.2 Electrical cords are used in approved manner
5.3 Clearance is maintained around electrical and circuit breaker panels and they are labelled.

7.1 Are floors clean and clear of waste?
7.2 Are signs posted to warn of wet floors?
7.3 Are floors in good condition?
7.4 Are there holes, worn or loose planks or carpet sticking up?
7.5 Is anti slip flooring used where spills, moisture or grease are likely?
7.6 Are there protruding objects such as nails, sharp corners, open cabinet drawers, trailing electrical wires?
7.7 Are personal items, such as clothing and lunch boxes in assigned lockers or storage areas.
7.8 Is the work area congested?
7.9 Are aisles unobstructed and clearly marked?
7.10 Is the workplace lighting adequate? Are stairs well lit?<br><br>
7.11 Is equipment in good working order, with necessary guards or safety features operational or in place?
7.12 Is equipment damaged or outdated?
7.13 Are there adequate number of rubbish bins?

8.1 Are bulletin boards clean and readable? Is material changed frequently?
8.2 Floors - Is there loose material or worn carpeting?
8.3 Floors - Are the floors slippery, oily or wet?
8.4 Walkways - Are they clear and unblocked?
8.5 Equipment - Chairs in good condition?
8.6 Equipment - Sharp edges on desks and cabinets?
8.7 Poor ergonomics - key boards and chair adjustments.
8.8 Equipment -Are ladders maintained?
8.9 Equipment - Are materials stored safely?
8.10 Are storage shelves overloaded or beyond their rated capacity?
8.11 Are large and heavy objects stored on lower shelves?
8.12 Building - Do doors open properly?
8.13 Building - Is kitchen area and toilets clean?
8.14 Building - Do entry and exit points provide worker personal security at night?
8.15 Building - Are light covers clean, lights working?
8.16 General - General - Are extension cords used extensively?
8.17 General - Are electrical or telephone cords exposed in areas where employees walk?
8.18 General - Is electrical wiring properly concealed?
8.19 General - Are paper and waste properly disposed of?
8.20 General - Are desk and file drawers and filing drawers closed when not in use?<br>
8.21 General - Are office accessories in secure places?
8.22 General - Are materials stacked on desks or cabinets?
8.23 General - Are file cabinets drawers overloaded?<br>
8.24 General - Are file cabinets loaded with the heaviest items in the bottom drawers?
8.25 General - Are filing stools or wastebaskets placed where they might be tripping hazards?