University of Tasmania Workplace Inspection Checklist for Individual/Small Offices

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

Office Layout

• The office is tidy and free of obstruction and mess such as slip/ trip hazards (ie uneven floors, power leads)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Layout of work area is suitable for tasks, including being able to sit and/or stand comfortably

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Adequate storage is provided

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Floor coverings are adequate and clean

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Windows are clean and operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Workstation

• Workstation is set up appropriately (details available on the WHS website, ergonomic assessment undertaken)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is adequate space around the rear and side of the chair/s to allow for unrestricted movement

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Information is available to help set up workstations and to perform regular stretch breaks

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The computer screen/s are at arm's length to the user

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The computer screen is at the correct height for the user

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The computer screen is directly in front of the user

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The computer screen is positioned to minimise glare

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The position of the keyboard is correct for the user

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The mouse is at the same height as the keyboard

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The office chair is stable and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The office chair is fully adjustable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A footrest is available if required

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Environmental

• Room temperature and air flow is adequate

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Room lighting is adequate

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lighting covers and fittings are secure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The area is free of odours

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Area ventilation is adequate

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical

• There are sufficient power points for the equipment in the office

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If there are insufficient power points, power boards are in use with RCD fitted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All switches/plugs/power points/leads are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All electrical equipment has a current electrical test tag

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• No unauthorised personal electrical items are in use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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