Workplace Inspection- General Areas

• Site conducted

  Select

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address
• Area being Inspected
  Address

General

• Entrance, doorways and floors are free of obstructions (eg. boxes)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Floors are in good condition with no cracks, dips, holes, tears or rips

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Floors are clean and not slippery

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Computer and other electrical leads and cables are kept clear of pathways and walkways

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Doors open and close freely

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Door locks are able to be easily opened

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Windows can be easily opened

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ceiling tiles in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ceiling fans functioning without wobble or noise

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Lighting

• Lighting is in good order (no flickering or browned out globes)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Light covers are in place and not damaged

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Light switches are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Blinds can be drawn to reduce glare

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Storage

• Items are stored so that they are not at risk of falling

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage racks are in good condition (eg. no bowed shelves)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Space below desks are free from obstructions (eg. no boxes stored underneath)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Frequently used, heavy and bulky items are stored within easy reach (between waist and shoulder height)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Step ladder is available and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Trolley is available for transporting items

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Workstations and furniture

• Furniture is in good condition (eg. no damage)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Work area is not cluttered

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical Equipment

• Extension leads are in good condition (eg. no cracks, damage or loose plugs)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Power boards are not connected in a "piggy back" manner

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electrical points are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Media outlets for data projectors/Smart boards are fixed and accessible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Data Projector/Smart board is secure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Speaker equipment and cabling is secured and in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Damaged or faulty items of equipment have been electrically isolated and tagged out

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Chemical Management

• Hazardous substances are stored in locked cupboard

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Chemicals are correctly labelled with the label clearly legible and intact

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Chemicals are not stored in food or beverage containers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• SDS available for hazardous/dangerous chemicals

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Stairs and Landings

• Are there stairs or steps in this area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Stairs and Steps are free from obstructions

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Anti-slip resistant strips on flooring are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Anti-slip resistant strips on step edges are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Handrails installed are in good condition (eg.no peeling paint, rust or corrosion)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

First Aid and Emergency Management

• First Aid kit/cabinet is available and accessible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there cooking facilities within the space?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A fire blanket is available, accessible and has been inspected in the last six months (check tag)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A fire extinguisher is available, accessible and has been tested in the last twelve months (check tag)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency Exit door(s) are clearly signposted, illuminated and unobstructed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency Evacuation Plan is displayed and clearly legible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Wet areas

• Is there a sink(s) in the area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Sinks clean and free from debris

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Clean tea towels/paper towel available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hot and cold taps are clearly labelled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a kitchen area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Knives and sharp items are stored in a secure location

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Appliances are clean (microwave, fridge, sandwich press etc)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Oven mitts are available for handling hot items and they are in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Exhaust fans are functional and clean

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Food containers are correctly labelled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Detergent and disinfectant available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there toilets in this area?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Toilets are clean and functioning well

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Soap and paper towel available

  Yes

  No

  N/A