Information

  • Document No.

  • Audit Title

  • Client / Site / Department

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Department Manager / representatives

Health and Safety Systems

  • WHS Policy statement displayed

  • MIRA Incident reporting poster available

  • Are See Something Say Something posters in Back of House Areas

Prevention of slips, trips and falls

  • electrical leads free from walkways

  • Laundry Floors free of water, oil and spills

  • Warning signs have placed around any wet floor

  • Trolleys are stored away from walkways

  • Linen and amenities that are kept in the store rooms are easily accessible and not blocked by trolleys and racks.

  • Stock is is stored in a tidy manner on store room shelving

  • Lift access areas are tidy, trolleys can be manoeuvred freely.<br><br>Check 3 random floors for tidy access and list floors checked in comments

  • Check 3 random floors for tidy access and list floors checked in comments

  • Corridors and doorways are from clutter

  • Non slip flooring is in good conditions

emergency procedures

  • there are fire extinguisher located in the area ( e.g. Plant rooms, workshop)

  • There are sign showing the location of fire extinguishers and other emergency equipment

  • Firefighting equipment serviced / tagged with in last 6 months

  • Extinguishers appropriate to hazards present in area

  • Emergency evacuation diagram is clear visible

  • Emergency exit signs clearly visible and not obstructed

  • There are no items blocking the fire extinguishers and other emergency equipment

  • Exit doors easily opened from inside

  • Exit path ways clear of obstruction

  • Alarm and communication system in area adequate

  • Are fire doors self closing and closed. have they been inspected in the last 6 months (observe tag on the door near frame)

  • Are all sprinkler heads free from obstruction (500mm gap)

  • Are housekeeping standards such that they prevent the accumulation of stores, rubbish, combustible or flammable materials

  • Exit lights are working

  • Personnel trained in use of fire fighting equipment in the last 12 month. ( ask PASS method )

Electrical

  • Powerpoint's do not have double adapters attached

  • All cords, cables, and sockets have no loose wiring and appear to be in good condition

  • All cords, cables and sockets are free of wet areas and heat

  • Test and tag guidelines
    - equipment does not move, non-hostile environment e.g. Computers - 5 years
    - guest rooms (except for hairdryer - 12 mths), 2 years
    - portable equipment - e.g. Hot box, vacuum - 12 mths

  • Test and tag inspections is up to date and being completed through hotel. All appliances have a coloured tag attached.

  • Electrical equipment has safety switches and emergency stop buttons

  • Is electrical equipment isolated from elements such as water and sharp edges

  • Lock out / Tag out procedures, danger tags in place

Machinery and equipment

  • All equipment is in good working order and free from wear and tear

Hazardous substances

  • Can the white ECOLAB SDS a folder be located in the department <br><br>Check 3 random SDS and write down the name of the chemical and the expiry date in the comments

  • Note: safety data sheets (SDS) must be dated within the last 5 years.

  • Is appropriate Personal protective equipment (ppe) available, maintained and used

  • Is the chemicals stored appropriately according to SDS

  • Containers labelled correctly according to SDS

  • Chemical register with SDS Folder

  • Appropriate emergency/first aid equipment- shower, eye bath, extinguishers

Workplace ergonomics

  • Computer equipment is free from visible damage

  • Workstation and seating design acceptable.

  • Ergonomic factor considered in work layout and task design

  • Use of excessive force and repetitive movement minimised

  • Appropriate training provided

Personal protection

  • Employees are provided with PPE

  • PPE being worn by associates, contractors

  • Sun cream provided

  • Correct signage at area requiring PPE

Other hazards

  • Are shelves and storage racks secure with no breakages

  • Boxes and heavy objects are stacked on lower shelves

  • WHS signs are in good condition and clearly dispalyed

  • Linen trolleys are stacked no more than shoulder height (as observed in inspection)

  • Each associates has a trolley available to them( do not use basket unless approved by supervisor

  • Are associates satisfied with quality of air conditioning and thermal comfort

  • Is ventilation appropriate / adequate for type of work being undertaken

  • All restricted areas are locked and signage Is clearly displayed at the entrance to these areas

Laundry Chutes Floor

  • Random Checks on 3 Different floors. Type in which floors have been checked

  • Take picture of the door open

  • Take picture of the door closed

  • Check chute is clear of obstruction and internal sections are in good order (no sharp edges)

  • Check that the door seals are in good working order

  • Check that the door opens and closes as intended, smooth operation

Level 2 Laundry Chute Room

  • Take picture of the door open

  • Check that when the door is shut that it cannot open (all latches catch the door and hold)

  • Is trolley under chute

  • Is room clean and tidy with no linen on the floor

  • Take picture of the door closed

Visitor management

  • Visitors wearing passes

  • Employees familiar with locations of Sine Pro / log books and passes

  • Employees familiar with procedures for escorting guests without passes

Key Security

  • Employees familiar with key control procedures

Manual handling

  • Mechanical aids provided and used

  • Mechanical aids in good working condition

  • Risk Assessments conducted for manual handling tasks

  • manual handling controls implemented

Lighting

  • Adequate and free from glare

  • Lighting clean and efficient

  • Windows clean

  • No flickering or inoperable lights

Any additional information if required

  • Add media

Sign off

  • Departmental representatives

  • WHS Representative

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