Workplace Inspection

• Audit Title

• Document No.

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

Electrical Safety

• Are there any damaged outlets, plugs, cords, or electrical tools in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there any frayed, split, or exposed cords in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are portable and handheld power tools in good condition and properly stored?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all lines and powered equipment grounded and deenergized if necessary?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency stoppages or e-stops properly used on electrical equipment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other Observations?

Fire Control

• Are fire extinguishers in their proper place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguishers inspected monthly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire extinguishers inspected by their manufacturer annually?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are proper exit routes visible in case of fire exposure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are exits and routes clear of obstructions?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other Observations?

General Housekeeping

• Are working surfaces and walkways clear of debris, clutter, or any type of obstruction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are aisles and walkways clear and wide enough for regular clearance?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are stairs in good condition and structural integrity?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are handrails, midrails, and toeboards where they're to be required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are tools, machinery, and equipment properly stored as free of hazards when not in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are portable ladders in good condition and of structural integrity?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other Observations?

First Aid

• Are first-aid stations within reach of employees who need to use them?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are first-aid stations readily available for employees to use when necessary?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are first-aid stations regularly inspected to ensure supplies are in-stock?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees trained on reporting first-aid incidents to their supervisors for proper documentation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are first aid records kept?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other Observations?

Machinery & Tools

• Are tools in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are correct tools used for task?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all plant and equipment adequately guarded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is plant and equipment adequately maintained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the start & emergency stops within easy reach of operators?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is ther provision for storage & waste?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there adequate work space around machinery?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is access to machinery controlled?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are noise levels at an acceptable level?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are operators appropriately trained?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do operators hold relevant certificates/licenses? (where relevant)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are records maintained of operators certificates/licenses? (includes drivers licence)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other Observations?

Storage

• Are materials stored so that good manual handling practices can be applied, therefore safe retrieval?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are storage racks/cupboards in sound conditions, not overloaded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are straws free from projection, sharp egges?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are incompatible hazard substances segregated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other Observations?

Struck-By

• Is there any machinery or equipment with potential to strike or come in contact with workers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees trained on the hazards associated with this machinery and equipment, and the risk of being struck by them?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there preventative measures in place to combat struck by hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Caught In/Between

• Is there machinery or equipment that, when in use, could catch or pin an employee between two things?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are employees trained on the hazards and risks associated with being caught in/between?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there preventative measures taken to prevent caught in/between hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A