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WHS Office Inspection - Wingecarribee Shire Council
WHS Office Inspection - Wingecarribee Shire Council
Wingecarribee Shire Council

WHS Office Inspection - Wingecarribee Shire Council Checklist

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1. Work Environment

1.1 Thermal comfort (too hot/cold)

1.2 Adequate airflow (not stuffy)

1.3 Free of noise and odours

2. Lighting - General

2.1 All lights working and covers clean

2.2 Emergency lighting (natural/artificial)

3. Emergency

3.1 All exits signed and working

3.2 Emergency lighting for areas with no natural lighting

4. Floor Surfaces

4.1 Surfaces even and in good condition

4.2 No Slips, trip or fall hazards present

4.3 Housekeeping good

5. Doors

5.1 Doors operate without excessive force

5.2 Fire doors not propped open or blocked (Open outwards)

5.3 Emergency exits clearly marked

6. Stairways

6.1 Adequate illumination

6.2 Free of slip, trip and fall hazards

6.3 Steps "deep" enough and non slip surface

6.4 Handrails fitted

6.5 Stairway landings clear of obstructions

6.6 Housekeeping

7. Storage Areas

7.1 Floor - non slip surface and free of objects

7.2 Lighting - suitable to be able to see under shelves

7.3 Ventilation - non stuffy and free of odour

7.4 Shelving

7.4.1 adequate room between objects

7.4.2 heaviest between shoulder and hip heights

7.4.3 lightest above head or below knee heights

7.4.4 ease of accessing objects

7.5 Step ladders available

7.5.1 suitable type

7.5.2 safety feet

7.6 Housekeeping

7.7 Free of rubbish/kept neat and tidy

8. Kitchens

8.1 Housekeeping

8.2 Water filter changes

8.3 Fridge temperature

8.4 Cleaning

8.5 Waste disposal bins

8.6 Plumbing

9. Toilets/Washrooms

9.1 Hygiene and tidy

9.1.1 urinals

9.1.2 cubicles

9.2 Lighting adequate

9.3 Ventilation - free of odour

9.4 Suitable hand washing and drying facilities

9.5 Housekeeping

10. Fire Equipment/Evacuation

10.1 Fire extinguishers not obstructed

10.2 Correctly marked for type(s) of fire to be fought

10.3 Correctly mounted/waist height

10.4 Locking devices - seal unbroken

10.5 Inspection tags - present and checked within 6 months

10.6 Fire hoses easily accessible

10.7 Overhead detectors clear of obstructions

10.8 Fire blankets within certification date

10.9 Emergency alarm button, visible and protected

10.10 Evacuation route posters in good condition, clearly displayed

11. Office Machines

11.1 Securely placed (not able to fall)

11.2 No sharp edges

11.3 No exposed power/energy sources

11.4 Housekeeping

12. Power Outlets, cords and boards

12.1 No piggy back plugs

12.2 No double adapters

12.3 Cords covered if across walkways (trip hazard)

12.4 Computer cords kept neatly bundled

12.5 Electrical equipment (extension cords, leads, outlets) been tested within last 12 months

12.6 Residual current detectors (RCD's) in use on all electrical equipment

12.7 Weatherproof fittings been used in wet or outside areas

13. Desks

13.1 Clear and uncluttered

13.2 Drawers closed (trip hazard)

13.3 Working height - comfortable

13.4 Positioned for easy access/good work posture

13.5 Document holders

13.6 Footrests available

13.7 Housekeeping

14. Chairs

14.1 Height adjustable (back comfort)

14.2 Back adjustable (back comfort)

14.3 5 star base (safety requirement for stability)

15. Computers

15.1 Positioned correctly (height/distance from user)

15.2 Laptop's permanently being used?

15.2.1 seperate keyboard provided

15.2.2 laptop raised on stand - positioned at correct height for user

16. Filing Cabinets/Compactus

16.1 All drawers closed

16.2 Even weight distribution top-bottom

16.3 Free of loose objects (on top)

17. WHS Notice Boards

17.1 Adequate WHS documentation i.e.

17.1.1 First Aid/Emergency contact list

17.1.2 Fire warden list

17.1.3 WHS Policy

17.1.4 Injury reporting info

17.1.5 General, Tidy and current

17.1.6 Safety Committee minutes

18. Environment

18.1 Adequate provisions for recycling of materials i.e. paper

18.2 Provisions for energy and water conservation

18.3 Printers/Photocopiers default to Powersave mode

19. Manual Handling

19.1 Objects to be moved not too large, heavy, awkward etc

19.2 Mechanical aids in good condition and available i.e. trolleys

20. First Aid Kit

20.1 Appropriately located

20.2 Fully equipped

20.3 Stock not out of date

20.4 Certified first aider in charge

Summary of hazards and actions to be completed

WHS Office Inspection - Wingecarribee Shire Council
Wingecarribee Shire Council

WHS Office Inspection - Wingecarribee Shire Council

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Please note that this checklist is a hypothetical example and provides basic information only. It is not intended to take the place of, among other things, workplace, health and safety advice; medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment; or other applicable laws. You should also seek your own professional advice to determine if the use of such checklist is permissible in your workplace or jurisdiction.

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