Information

  • Document No.

  • Audit Title

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

  • Health and safety systems

  • Hazard alerts, safety solutions, SHARE reports, emergency numbers displayed on staff notice board.<br>

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  • Record of toolbox meetings conducted.

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  • OHS committee minutes location known and available to staff. ( placed on notice boards)

Health and safety systems

  • Emergency Response

  • 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)

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 )

  • Material Safety Data sheets MSDS available for hazardous substances.

First aid

  • 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.

  • First aid kit accessible, clean and serviced in the last 12 months ( check service record) boxes clearly marked.

Work Environment

  • Lighting adequate for task.

  • Walkways free of obstructions and clearly marked.

  • Walkways free of obstructions and clearly marked.

  • 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.

  • 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 equipment.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Housekeeping

  • Boot pit, electrical cabinets, assess ladders locked when not in use.

Environmental management

  • There are sufficient & appropriate waste disposal containers.

  • Waste is disposed of in a timely manner ( no build-up of waste materials)

  • Recycling items disposed of in appropriate waste containers.

Storage &Handling of materials.

  • 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.

Working at heights

  • 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.

PPE

  • PPE is available and stored appropriately

  • Gas detectors available, charged and within calibration.

Staff amenities/ kitchens

  • 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.

General comments and actions.

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