Information

  • Audit Title

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

1.0 - Previous inspection

  • 1.1 - Has the last inspection been reviewed?

  • 1.2 - Are there no outstanding actions?

2.0 - Health and Safety Systems

  • 2.1 - WHS Policy displayed on site?

  • 2.2 - WHS Notice Boards displays current information?

  • 2.3 - WHS policies and procedures are accessible at worksite?

3.0 - Housekeeping

  • 3.1 - Work areas free from rubbish and obstructions?

  • 3.2 - Free from slip/trip hazards?

  • 3.3 - Frequently accessed and heavy stock/materials stored safely i.e. filing cabinets/compactors maintained, stored between knee and shoulder height etc.?

  • 3.4 - Processes for removing and repairing damaged or faulty equipment are documented and implement

4.0 - Aisles

  • 4.1 - Unobstructed and clearly defined?

  • 4.2 - Adequate lighting?

  • 4.3 - Wide enough with vision at the corners?

5.0 - Floor

  • 5.1 - Carpets in good condition?

  • 5.2 - Furniture and fittings in good condition?

  • 5.3 - Air vents clean and in good condition?

  • 5.4 - No sudden changes in floor surfaces without warning?

  • 5.5 - No slippery or steep surfaces i.e. wet areas or steep ramps?

6.0 - Steps, Stairs and Landings

  • 6.1 - No observed worn or broken steps?

  • 6.2 - Stairs have handrails and are in good condition?

  • 6.3 - Clear of obstructions?

  • 6.4 - Adequate lighting?

  • 6.5 - Emergency lighting in place?

  • 6.6 - Non-slip treatments/treads in good condition?

  • 6.7 - Clear of debris and spills?

7.0 - Building Exterior

  • 7.1 - Entrance sliding doors in good condition and operating without risk?

  • 7.2 - Signage in good order and illuminated where required?

  • 7.3 - Clear access to building and emergency exits?

  • 7.4 - Satisfactory security measures?

8.0 - Electrical

  • 8.1 - No observed broken plugs, sockets, switches?

  • 8.2 - No observed frayed or defective leads?

  • 8.3 - General electrical equipment in good condition?

  • 8.4 - Tools appliances and leads tested and tagged?

  • 8.5 - No observed cable trip hazards?

9.0 - Environment

  • 9.1 - Lighting adequate and free from glare from natural light or overhead lights and no flickering lights?

  • 9.2 - Noise at a comfortable level i.e. not disrupting work tasks?

  • 9.3 - Temperature and airflow at a comfortable level eg. Not too hot or cold?

  • 9.4 - Adequate ventilation around equipment i.e. photocopier?

10.0 - Chemicals

  • 10.1 - Hazardous Substance Register complete and available?

  • 10.2 - Material Safety Data Sheets available for all chemicals?

  • 10.3 - Risk assessments completed for hazardous substances?

  • 10.4 - All containers labelled correctly?

  • 10.5 - Unused substances disposed of?

  • 10.6 - Do special storage conditions apply?

  • 10.7 - If applicable are special storage conditions followed?

  • 10.8 - Workers trained in the use of hazardous substances?

  • 10.9 - If required is PPE available?

  • 10.10 - Is adequate ventilation provided?

  • 10.11 - Are eye washes and showers easily accessed?

11.0 - Amenties

  • 11.1 - Washrooms/toilets clean and tidy?

  • 11.2 - Meal rooms/kitchen clean and tidy?

  • 11.3 - Rubbish bins available?

12.0 - First Aid Facilities

  • 12.1 - Are cabinets and contents clean and orderly?

  • 12.2 - Are contents regularly checked and replenished?

  • 12.3 - No contents past their expiry date?

  • 12.4 - Cabinets and containers clearly labelled?

  • 12.5 - Is there easy access to cabinets?

  • 12.6 - Employees aware of location of first aid cabinet?

  • 12.7 - Stocks meet requirements?

  • 12.8 - Are emergency numbers displayed?

13.0 - Mobile and Remote Work

  • 13.1 - Are there procedures to ensure that mobile or remote workers have access to clean drinking water, toilets, dining facilities, hygienic storage of food and water, and emergency and first aid assistance?

  • 13.2 - Can mobile or remote workers access emergency communications that are reliable in their location, such as a satellite or mobile phone?

14.0 - Forklift Condition

  • 14.1 - Is there a written emergency plan covering relevant emergency situations, with clear emergency procedures?

  • 14.2 - Is the plan accessible to all workers?

  • 14.3 - Are workers, managers and supervisors instructed and trained in the procedures?

  • 14.4 - Has someone with appropriate skills been made responsible for specific actions in an emergency (e.g. Appointment of an area warden)?

  • 14.5 - Are emergency contact details (relevant to the types of possible threats, e.g. fire, police, poison information centre) displayed at the workplace in an easily accessible location?

  • 14.6 - Are contact details up to date?

  • 14.7 - Is there a mechanism, such as a siren or bell alarm, for alerting everyone in the workplace of an emergency?

  • 14.8 - Is there a documented site plan that illustrates the location of fire protection equipment, emergency exits and assembly points? <br>

  • 14.9 - If there is a site plan, is it displayed in key locations throughout the workplace?

  • 14.10 - Are procedures in place for assisting mobility impaired people?

  • 14.11 - Does the workplace have first aid facilities and emergency equipment to deal with the types of emergencies that may arise?

  • 14.12 - Is the fire protection equipment suitable for the types of risks at the workplace (e.g. foam or dry powder type extinguishers for fires that involve flammable liquids)?

  • 14.13 - Is equipment easily accessible in an emergency?

  • 14.14 - Are workers trained to use emergency equipment (e.g. fire extinguishers, chemical spill kits, breathing apparatus, lifelines)?

  • 14.15 - Have you considered neighbouring businesses and how you will let them know about an emergency situation should one arise?

  • 14.16 - Have you considered the risks from neighbouring businesses (e.g. fire from restaurant/takeaway food outlets)? <br>

  • 14.17 - Are emergency practice runs (e.g. evacuation drills) regularly undertaken to assess the effectiveness of the emergency plan?

  • 14.18 - Is someone responsible for reviewing the emergency plan and informing staff of any revisions?

Sign Off

  • On site representative

  • Auditor's signature

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