WHS16 - General Environment

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location

Building and Precinct

• Are the floors/carpets in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are walls and ceilings in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are stairs safe and clear of any rubbish?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are light fittings and ceiling tiles secure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all lights working correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the exterior of the building appear free from defects?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all footpaths around the building safe and free of any hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Can traffic move safely around the building?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Housekeeping

• Are the floors clean, dry and free of trip hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are stairways, walkways and exits free of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do doors open easily?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are work areas uncluttered?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all redundant pieces of equipment or substances been removed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all unclaimed or accumulated items and rubbish been removed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all items stored appropriately? i.e. heavy items on the ground and lighter items up high

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all non risk assessed and non general office or kitchen chemicals been removed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are kitchen benches and sinks clean?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are kitchen chemicals clearly labelled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are gloves available for tasks that may require them? e.g. cleaning up glass

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all electrical cords in good conditions and away from sink/wet areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are toilets and change rooms clean and hygienic?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the fridge clean and clear of all excess food items?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are storage areas clean and tidy?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all old items been removed from storage areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all heavy items stored below 1.5m high?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are items stored securely so that they will not fall?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are suitable trolleys, lifters and steps available for the tasks performed in the environment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are suitable ladders or steps available to retrieve items stored at height?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Comfort

• Are lighting levels comfortable for the work undertaken?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is excessive glare or reflection minimised?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all lighting covers fixed securely?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all fluoro tubes and globes operating?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are noise levels comfortable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the ventilation and air-conditioning acceptable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are photocopiers and printers in well ventilated areas?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Emergency

• Are first aid signs displayed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are first aid kits clean, well-stocked and accessible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are first aid kits regularly maintained? See WHS10 form.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are first aid officers and emergency personnel listed in a prominent position?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguishers and blankets in good condition and secured well?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguishers free from obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have fire extinguishers been inspected in the last 6 months?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are walkways and exits clear and free of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do the emergency exits have illuminated signage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the wall mounted building evacuation maps current and correct? If not, contact FM-Assist to update

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical Equipment

• Are all electrical items free from signs of damage or wear?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all electrical items been electrically tested and tagged?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all power boards of good quality, surge protected and fitted with individual switches?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all switches, power points, power-boards and cords free of cracks, buzzing and affixed properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all switches, power points, power-boards and cords free from overloading?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are extension cords only being used temporarily or tucked away or covered so they don't pose a trip hazard?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is 'piggy backing' of power boards avoided?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all damaged or inoperable equipment labelled as such?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Low risk equipment

• Is all equipment of low risk in good condition and free from undue wear and tear or damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Ergonomics

• Are workstations setup so that good posture is encouraged?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Other

• Is the general office area and all desk spaces (including drawers) free from any chemicals?

  Yes

  No

  N/A