Workplace Inspection Checklist (CDS)

• Name of Location

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• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Completed with

• Entrances and walkways are free of obstructions and trip hazards

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Floor surfaces are flat, even and dry

  Select Yes No N/A

  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A

• Floor coverings (e.g., carpet, vinyl etc.) are in good condition

  Select Yes No N/A

  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A

• Stairs, steps and handrails are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lighting - all areas are adequately lit

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ventilation feels adequate (e.g, not stuffy)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Indoor temperature are within reasonable limits

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Furniture is in good condition (offices and work spaces)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage areas are clean, tidy and uncluttered

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Toilet and kitchen facilities are accessible and clean

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Safety Information

• Key contact details are displayed and current

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Statement of Commitment to Safety is displayed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Incident response poster is displayed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency response poster is displayed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• iCare -3 Steps to Recovery poster is displayed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Site rules are clearly displayed to customers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Emergency Procedures

• Egress paths are clear of obstructions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire/exit doors are operational (e.g, open/close freely, not chocked open)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exist signage is illuminated (if installed)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire stairs are well lit

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire extinguishers, hose reels and blankets are tested 6 monthly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency evacuation signage is displayed and in-date (less then 5 years)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Current emergency contacts are displayed on posters

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire Indicator panel is free from faults (if installed)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Occupant Warning System (OWS) or EWIS system is free from faults (if installed)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

First Aid

• First aid kit is available and stocked with in-date consumables

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If present, AED is operating with in-date batteries and pads

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Workers have access to trained first aid

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical safety

• Power outlets (GPOs) and switches are operational and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Power boards are used in preference to double adaptors, and not overloaded

  Select Yes No N/A

  • Yes
  • No
  • N/A

• Power boards and leads are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Portable plug-in electrical equipment has been tested and tagged (within 12 months)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Workers wear gloves when sorting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Workers wear high-visibility clothing when in operational areas

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Workers wear gloves when unloading collection bins

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Workers use hearing protection when in operating areas

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Pedestrian/ Traffic interaction

• Traffic flow and parking areas are clearly marked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Pedestrian walkways are clearly marked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Pedestrian walkways and work areas are separated from mobile plant operating areas (e.g., bollards, signage etc.)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Speed limits are clearly marked

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Plant and equipment

• Plant and equipment is checked prior to use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Damaged equipment is removed from use immediately - danger tags (out of service) attached pending repair or disposal

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Plant and equipment is routinely maintained by the supplier or competent person

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Machine guarding is in place

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency stops are installed and operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Pre-start checks are carried out and recorded (trucks, forklifts, baling machines, singulators, tail lifts etc.)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Hazardous substances

• Chemicals are clearly labelled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A register is kept of any chemicals stored in quantities greater than household use

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) are available for the chemicals used on site

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Flammable liquids including hand sanitiser and LPG (forklift gas bottles) are separate from ignition sources

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other issues discussed or observed

• Overall comments/notes

• Signature of Inspector

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