UPHIRE General Workplace Inspection

• Audit Title

• Document No.

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

1.0 - Previous inspection

• 1.1 - Has the last inspection been reviewed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 1.2 - Are there any outstanding actions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

2.0 - Emergency Management

• 2.1 - Evacuation plan displayed and understood by all relevant workers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.2 - Evacuation procedures discussed and tested regularly via drills?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.3 Designated assembly points?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.4 Do relevant workers know where the assembly points are?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.5 Is there an allocated incident controller in case of emergency?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.6 Supervisor or other worker responsible for managing visitors in an emergency?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.8 Extinguishers recently serviced? (Check 6 monthly punch mark on tabs.)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.9 Extinguishers clear of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.10 Extinguisher no more than 1200 mm max height & base not lower than 100 mm?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.11 Indicator signs 2.1 m above floor level?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.12 Adequate direction notices for fire exits?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.13 Exit doors easily opened from inside?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.14 Exits clear of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.15 Fire alarm system functioning correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.16 Testing program for smoke detectors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2.17 Testing program for fire extinguishers, hydrants and hose reels?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

3.0 First Aid And Medical

• 3.1 Are emergency contact names and numbers displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.2 Number of first aiders appropriate to the size of the business?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.3 First aider accessible on each shift?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.4 Training of the first aider appropriate to the risks in the workshop?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.5 Do all first aiders have current certificates?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.6 Is there a program in place for first aid refresher courses?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.7 Relevant workers aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 3.8 FAKs appropriate for the workshop?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.9 Is there easy access to FAKs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.10 Designated person responsible for upkeep and inspection of FAKs

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.11 Are contents regularly checked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.12 Contents of FAK within expiry date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.13 Contents of FAK in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.14 Has the first aid register/ log book been used to record first aid administered?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 3.15 Do company vehicles have FAKs and are they regularly inspected?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

4.0 Building Safety

• 4.1 Floor surfaces even and uncluttered

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.2 Entry and walkways kept clear?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.3 Walkways adequately and clearly marked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.4 Intersections kept clear of boxes, materials etc?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.5 Stair and risers kept clear?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.6 Are footpaths in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.7 Workshop entry/ exit area clean and tidy?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 4.8 Barrier and signage to workshop to prevent unauthorized entry?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

5.0 - Work Benches

• 5.1 - Clear of rubbish?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 5.2 - Tools not in use kept in place?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.3 - No damaged hand tools in use?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.4 - No damaged power tools in use?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

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

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 5.6 - No sharp edges?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

6.0 Storage Design and Use

• 6.1 Materials stored in racks and bins wherever possible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.2 - Storage designed to minimise lifting problems?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.3 Floors around racking clear of rubbish?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.4 General condition of racks and pallets?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.5 SWL of storage visibly marked and adhered to?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 6.6 Pallets, storage racks stacked safely?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

7.0 Mobile Plant and Vehicles

• 7.1 Risk assessments done for all mobile plant /vehicles?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7.2 SOP in place for all tasks involving the use of mobile plant/ vehicles

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7.3 Daily/ pre-start inspections completed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7.4 Traffic Management Plan in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7.5 Maintenance schedules in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7.6 Records that indicate schedules are being adhered to?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7.7 First Aid kit sited in vehicles and adequate?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 7.8 Do the operators/ drivers have the necessary current licenses?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

8.0 Hazardous Manual Tasks

• 8.1 Hazardous Manual Tasks Policy in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.2 Hazardous Manual Tasks identified?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.3 Risk Assessments Completed where required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.4 Risk Controls selected using hierarchy of controls?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.5 Suitable Controls for high force/ awkward postures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.6 Suitable controls for repetitive tasks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.7 Documented procedures in place for risk controls?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.8 Compliance observed with procedures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.9 Relevant workers trained in controls?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 8.10 Has the training been documented?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

9.0 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• 9.1 PPE is not relied on to control risk where higher order controls should be used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.2 PPE Correct for task?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.3 Suitable procedures implemented on the use, storage, cleaning, maintenance and replacement of PPE?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.4 Is PPE readily accessible to all relevant workers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.5 Is PPE stored correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.6 Is there adequate signage regarding when and where to wear PPE?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.7 Is PPE being worn correctly and as per signage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 9.8 Is a PPE register available and maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

10.0 Electrical Safety

• 10.1 Safety switches installed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 10.2 Safety switches tested every 6 months and tests recorded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 10.3 - Outlets not overloaded/ No double adapters in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 10.4 Portable equipment tested and tagged?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 10.5 No broken plugs, sockets or switches?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.6 No power leads across walkways?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.7 No frayed or damaged leads?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.8 No strained leads?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 10.9 Portable power tools in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 10.11 Procedures in place for regular visual inspection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

11.0 Chemical Safety

• 11.1 Hazardous Chemical Register complete and available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.2 Current Safety Data Sheets (SDS) obtained for all chemicals - within 5 year issue date

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.3 SDS stored in accessible location, which is known to relevant workers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.4 Risk controls selected based on instructions of relevant SDS?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.5 Risk assessments completed for hazardous chemicals?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.6 Less hazardous chemicals used where possible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.7 Least amount as possible stored at the workplace?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.8 - All containers appropriate for chemical type and labelled correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.9 Containers/ cylinders in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.11Unused substances disposed of?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.13 Portable welding units - cylinders secured, correct fittings?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.14Workers trained in the use of hazardous chemicals?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.15 If required is PPE available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.16 - Is adequate ventilation provided?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.17 - Are eye washes and showers easily accessed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.18 Are spill kits or other clean up arrangements available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.19 Signage in place where required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 11.20 Procedures in place for safe transport?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

12.0 Office Hazards

• 12.1 - Condition of filing cabinets?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

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

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

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

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

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

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 12.5 Photocopiers positioned to avoid fumes?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 12.6 Tasks designed to prevent Occupational Overuse Syndrome? (Breaks included.)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

13.0 Office Work Stations

• 13.1 Worker seated square to desk, keyboard and screen?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 13.2 Computer monitor approx an arm's length awa

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 13.3 Top of screen just below eye level at approx shoulder height?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 13.4 Adjustable desk chair to maintain the normal spinal curve?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 13.5 When seated, thighs horizontal, feet on the floor?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 13.6 Work at elbow height, forearms horizontal and wrists straight?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

14.0 Work Environment

• 14.1 Good natural lighting?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.2 Adequate lighting where tasks undertaken?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.3 Light fittings clean and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.4 Is there adequate ventilation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.6 Is the air conditioning/ heating unit regularly cleaned?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.7 Is the temperature suitable for the tasks being undertaken?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.8 Is there excess dust?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 14.9 Is there excess noise?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 14.10 Fume prevention measures in place where applicable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.11 Provisions for smoking and non smoking workers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.12 Is there a policy on drugs and alcohol in the workshop?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 14.13 Are toilet facilities adequate and well maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

15.0 Kitchen / Lunch Room

• 15.1 Cleanliness of appliances and work areas?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.2 Cupboard counter tops, benched constructed of metal, solid core timber or similar timber sheeting?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.3 The cupboard surfaces and counter tops free of cracks, crevices or cavities and all exposed surfaces including tops and exposed edges lined with a smooth impervious material?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.4 Electrical appliances I good condition, operation manual available, correctly positioned and are tested and tagged?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• 15.5 No chemicals stored in eating/ sink areas?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

16.0 Housekeeping

• 16.1 - Nominated person responsible for housekeeping in the workshop and office?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 16.2 Are housekeeping inspections conducted?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 16.3 Bins located at suitable points around workshop?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 16.4 Bins emptied regularly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 16.5 Oily rags and combustible refuse in covered metal containers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 16.6 Recycling program in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 16.7 Pest controls in place - fly screens and pest treatment where necessary?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 16.8 Areas clear of trip hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 16.9 All areas clean and tidy?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 16.10 Are liquid spills removed quickly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

17.0 Incident/ Accident, Injury and Return to Work?

• 17.1 Incident/Accident/Near miss and Injury Procedures in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 17.2 Adequate reporting form in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 17.3 Are all incidents investigated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 17.4 Are corrective actions then implemented?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 17.5 Workers Compensation, Rehabilitation and Return to Work program in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 17.6 If you are injured poster displayed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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