Information

  • Document No.

  • Audit Title

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

  • Corridors and floors

  • In good repair / carpet intact

  • Entry and walkways kept clear

  • Handrails safe with smooth surfaces

  • Corridors uncluttered with clear views

  • Exit doors clearly marked and open outwards

  • Comments:

  • Lighting

  • Good natural lighting or adequate illumination

  • No direct or reflected glare

  • Exit signs in place and operable

  • Night lights fitted in corridors where required

  • Comments:

  • Windows

  • Lockable with controlled opening height / width

  • In good condition

  • Fly screens in good repair where installed

  • Comments:

  • Storage

  • Adequate storage available

  • Storage designed to minimise manual handling eg: a) Light plant/goods stored at higher level than heaven item b) Frequently used items at lower levels

  • Materials / equipment is not stacked obstructing access

  • Shelves free of dust and rubbish

  • Safety steps provided for high storage

  • Comments:

  • General Equipment

  • Adequate work space for equipment use

  • Instructions provided and accessible when required

  • Appropriately stored when not in use

  • In good repair and regularly maintained

  • Able to be adjusted for access / height if required

  • Comments:

  • Electrical

  • Power cords in good condition, not frayed or damaged

  • Power cords not obstructing walkways

  • No double adapters in use

  • All equipment tested and tagged

  • No damaged plugs, sockets or switches

  • Comments:

  • Beds

  • Height adjustable

  • Fitted with brakes

  • Accommodate all lifting machines / tracking

  • Are able to be easily re-located

  • Are able to be fitted with cot sides where appropriate

  • Comments:

  • Lifting Equipment

  • Brakes fitted and in working order

  • Wheels in good order

  • Machines have no oil leaks

  • Correct slings are available

  • All slings are in good condition

  • Comments:

  • Bed Bath

  • Clean and well maintained

  • Brakes and hydraulics in good working order

  • Vinyl in good condition

  • Trolley corners have safe fittings

  • Comments:

  • Oxygen Cylinders

  • Warning signs in place

  • Trolley available and used for transporting

  • Cylinder stabilisation available and used (straps/chains)

  • Empty cylinders stored separately and labelled

  • Sufficient supplies are available at all times

  • Replacement / changeover is prompt

  • Comments:

  • Waste Disposal / Chemical Management

  • Safe and appropriate waste disposal systems in place for: a) general (paper etc) b) infectious c) sharps d) food

  • All waste containers available and emptied regularly

  • Recyclable waste is separated and managed appropriately

  • Appropriate colour-coded bags and containers are used for disposal

  • MSDS available for every chemical and available at point of use

  • Containment materials / spill kits available

  • PPE appropriate for task and available

  • Minimal supplies stored

  • Flammable agents stored in flameproof cupboard

  • Ventilation with extraction available at source

  • Comments:

  • Environment and Staff Amenities

  • Is the temperature comfortable.

  • Signs are used to indicate wet areas

  • Washrooms and toilets are clean

  • Washrooms and toilets are well stocked with toilet paper / soap / hand towels

  • There are adequate hand washing facilities and / alcohol-based cleanser

  • First aid kit or access to medical attention is available

  • Comments:

  • Office Areas

  • Noise levels acceptable

  • Chairs are in good condition and adjustable with controls in easy reach

  • Chairs with castors are on appropriate floor coverings eg. Vinyl, plastic floor mat

  • Foot support is available if required

  • Workstation is adjustable to meet individual needs eg. Monitor, desk, keyboard

  • Adequate space to work in

  • Variation occurs from keyboard duties

  • Fire and Emergency

  • Emergency evacuation plan displayed and current

  • Fire Orders displayed

  • Emergency Management box available, stocked and checked as scheduled

  • Are extinguishers in place and serviced - check 6 monthly "punch marks" on metal tab

  • Fire doors are clear of all obstructions

  • OH&S Policy and Representatives displayed

  • Speak to 3 staff - have they completed their fire & emergency e-learning?

  • Comments:

  • Thank you for completing this inspection. Please email completed report to the Quality & Safety Manager

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