Fire Safety & Emergency
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Emergency exits are clearly marked
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Emergency exits are free from obstructions
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Emergency exit signs are illuminated and directions are correct
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Emergency exit doors open out and without use of key
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Fire extinguishers are available and tested within last six months
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Fire reels and hoses are in working order. (Area map show emergency equipment locations)
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Fire alarm is tested weekly
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Has there been an emergency drill in the last six months
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Do emergency services have clear access to the area
First Aid Room
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Area is clean and tidy
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SWP's and First Aid procedures are present and current
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All equipment is stored safely
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First Aid Room is well lit
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First Aid supplies are available and in date
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Blankets, pillows, etc are available and clean
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De-Fib is present, conduct test, check battery change date, check pads and de-fib equipment is all present
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Medical gas is available and stored correctly, advanced resus equipment is also available
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There are no slip, trip, fall hazards present
Meeting Room
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Area is clean and tidy
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There are no slip, trip, fall hazards present
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All chairs are suitable and in a serviceable condition
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All cables and leads are in centre of table and can not catch or be pulled on bymistake
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Safety notice board holds relevant and current information
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Room lighting is adequate
Administration/ Office Areas
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Workstations adequate for the task being performed
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Workstations setup to avoid awkward posture/ positioning
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Chairs are sturdy and in good order
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Workstation chairs are adjustable for the user
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Chairs are stable during access and egress
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Workstations clear and free of obstructions and hazards
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Lighting is suitable and sufficient - no screen glare
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Electrical and other cords are secured and do not cause trip hazards
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Use of power boards is minimised, not overloaded, no piggy-backing
Kitchen/ Meals Areas/ Lunch Room
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Lighting and ventilation is sufficient
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Appliances in good working order
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Electrical and other cords are secured and do not cause trip hazards
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Use of power boards are minimised, not overloaded, no piggy-backing
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Floor area clean, free from obstructions and hazards
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Fridge, cupboards, food storage areas are clean, no stale/ off food or scraps
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Benches and tables clean and tidy
Amenities
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Wash rooms are clean and tidy
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All toilets are in working order
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Showers and basins are in a serviceable condition
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Floors clean and tidy with no obstructions or slip, trip, fall hazards
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Doors and windows are in a serviceable condition
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Sufficient lighting, no dull or blown globes/ tubes
General
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Is there sufficient signage in the areas (put yourself in the position of a visitor, contractor or new worker)
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Safety notice boards are present and display current/ present information
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Are there recycling bins (paper/ cardboard) available and being used
Additional Comments / Recommendations
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Addition comments