Workshop HSE Inspection.

Are the PPE requirements for the workshop clearly displayed?

Is the entrance to the workshop clear from obstruction?

Are all walkways clear from obstruction?

Are safe work methods and warning signs clearly displayed?

Are the PPE requirements being followed?

Are lighting levels satisfactory for operative to utilize equipment safely?

Is the plant and equipment located in an appropriate location within the workshop?

Does the workshop floor have clearly outlined safe walkways?

Are pedestrians and vehicles safely segregated?

Is there a preventative maintenance programme in place for plant and equipment?

Are there records of maintenance for plant and equipment?

Are there any sources of excessive noise?

Are people appropriately trained in the use of plant and equipment?

Are all access points clear from obstruction?

Is emergency exit signage adequate and functioning correctly?

Are appropriate fire extinguishers visible and clear from obstruction?

Have fire extinguishers/equipment been serviced within the last 12 months?

Are fire marshals identified?

Is the emergency evacuation procedure clearly displayed?

Are first aid kits readily available?

Are the first aid personnel identified?

Are spill kits readily available?

Are staff adequately trained to deal with spills?

Is there any evidence of spills within the workshop?

Are staff adequately COSHH trained?

Is there a COSHH register for the workshop?

Are material safety data sheets available for all hazardous substances?

Are chemicals/hazardous substances labelled correctly?

Are chemicals/hazardous substances stored correctly?

Is there appropriate secondary containment to prevent the spread of major spills?

Are there appropriate methods of disposal for all chemicals in the workshop?

Are staff aware of procedures in place for use of chemicals in the workshop?

Are all gas cylinders securely chained and the valves safe?

Are specialised trolleys available for moving gas cylinders?

Are gas cylinders stored appropriately within the workshop?

Are all electrical appliances correctly PAT?

Are machines adequately guarded and protected to prevent contact, entanglement or danger?

Are floors and passageways clear from trailing cables?