Workplace site inspections

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Health and safety systems

Hazard alerts, safety solutions, SHARE reports, emergency numbers displayed on staff notice board.<br>
Record of toolbox meetings conducted.
OHS committee minutes location known and available to staff. ( placed on notice boards)

Exit doors, stairs and pathways clear of obstruction both inside and outside of doors.
Exit doors able to be opened from inside & not locked.
Emergency exit doors clearly marked & visible; signage present.
Fire Extinguishers and hydrants easy to access and signage in place.
Fire extinguishers mounted on brackets.
Emergency evacuation floor plans clearly displayed.
Evacuation horn present and tested ( receival points)

Material Safety Data sheets MSDS available for hazardous substances.
General cleaning products and chemicals clearly labelled and not decanted; if decanted contents described on label.
Stored appropriately ( flammables not stored with corrosives )

First aid kit accessible, clean and serviced in the last 12 months ( check service record) boxes clearly marked.
Eye wash station and safety showers are accessible and tested regularly ( if applicable)
Oxy-port available and charged. ( needle in green area on gauge)
Defibrillator operational ( unit healthy) Pads and battery date.

Lighting adequate for task.
Walkways free of obstructions and clearly marked.
Machinery appropriately guarded, all safety guards in place, emergency stops and lanyards in good in good condition and clearly identified.
Tripper locking devices in good condition, chains and shackles.
Correct signage displayed in appropriate areas, e.g. PPE, traffic management , confined space, high voltage etc and clearly legible.
Compresses air hoses and fittings in good condition
Stair hand rails, treads and non- skid strips in good condition.

Electrical appliances both fixed and portable are tested, tagged and are within current test period.
No broken plugs, sockets, switches, frayed or defective leads. Electrical equipment both fixed and portable shows no evidence of fault or damage- faulty/ damaged equipment labelled and removed from service.
Leads / cords kept clear of walkways.

Boot pit, electrical cabinets, assess ladders locked when not in use.
Floor is kept clean, dry and free fron debris, slip & trip hazards. Air hose rolled up when not use.
Workshop/ kitchen floors are cleaned periodically to reduce build- up of materials and substances.

Frequently used items within easy access between knee and shoulder height ( including paper storage)
Heavy items stored at waist height.
Storage racks has indicated weight load limits.
Storage racks/ shelving is stable and secured.
Only light weight items stored on shelves above shoulder height and steps/ ladders used to access.
Suitable trolleys or other mechanical aids or equipment are available, accessible and used for handling materials.
Items stored safely on shelves, items are not at risk of falling off and causing injury.
Storage units / areas are free from rubbish.

Ladders are not damaged-Rungs free from grease and oils, rubber footings in place.
Scaffold above 3 metres is tagged and within 30 day inspection period.

Accommodation/mess areas clean& tidy.
Facilities for food warming provided, clean and in good working order.
Rubbish bins covered and emptied.
Supply of clean water for drinking-water dispensers cleaned.
Taps and other water based units are free from leaks
Dining area furniture in safe working order.
Fire blanket accessible.
Combustible or flammable materials are a safe distance from heating appliances e.g. Room heaters, stoves, or other heat generating devices.
Emergency contact numbers displayed.
Smoke alarms are in working order and tested regularly.
Water tanks are labelled potable.
Tanks not safe to drink from are labelled with "Danger" - do not drink
Tank access lids are in place and locked.
Tank overflow outlet is covered in mesh.