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Access & Egress (Offices and Crib Rooms)
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Are designated walkways clearly marked? (E.g. Paint is not faded or missing)
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Are aisles & walkways free of obstructions?
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Is there clear access to electrical switchboards?
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Is there clear access to all emergency equipment?
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Are all emergency exits clearly marked and easily opened? (Should open in direction of egress)
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Are advisory signs (traffic direction, speed limit, parking areas, restricted areas etc) visible and in good condition?
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Floors have an even, unbroken and slip resistant surface that is reasonably free of indentations or other obstructions that could cause a person to trip or slip.
Emergency Equipment and Site Safety Emergency Plans
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Fire equipment is in place, in good condition and clearly marked?
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Are test tags on portable fire extinguishers current? (Inspections are on a 6 monthly test frequency)
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Are emergency showers and eyewash stations working? (A functional check is required)
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Are emergency lights & emergency exit lights operating?
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Are the evacuation procedures, building warden details and the emergency evacuation assembly point clearly visible?
Fire Prevention
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Are waste materials removed on a regular basis?
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Are fixed fire systems checked / monitored periodically?
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Are fire alarm systems in place and checked periodically?
First Aid
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Are First aid kits reasonably accessible to all workers, clearly signed and easily visible?
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Are the contents of first aid kits maintained consistent with the First Aid Kit Contents List?<br>- Inspect the kit and check the contents against the list .
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AED’s self-test function is showing correct operation (Normally indicated by a flashing green light or tick)
Office and Amenities
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Are all office work areas clean and tidy?
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Are floor coverings appropriate and in good condition?
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Is workstation seating adjustable and in good condition?
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Is there reasonable access to toilets which are clean and functional? (Females are provided with adequate & hygienic sanitary disposal)
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Is there reasonable hand washing facilities, and are they kept clean and functional?
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Do all workers have access to chilled drinking water? (ice machine to make chilled water?)
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Do workers have reasonable access to hygienic facilities for eating meals?
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Are lighting levels sufficient for the tasks carried out?
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Do office chairs that are used on hard surfaces have slides or hard surface castors fitted?
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Are computer and other cables kept secured and tidy beneath the work station?
Buildings
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Are all external pathways free of tripping hazards?
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Are all external pathways well drained to prevent pooling of water?
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Are all external steps and changes of level clearly delineated?
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Is external lighting adequate & operational?
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Is their evidence of a vermin or pest control program in place where required?
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Are carpark and pedestrian walkway signs & markings easily seen and understood?
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Have all reasonably practicable control measures been implemented to minimise the risks of working in extreme hot or cold conditions?<br>(e.g. air-conditioning – heating/cooling, fans, insulation, mechanical aids, work schedules, rest breaks, shaded areas, water provisions, protection from wind and rain in vehicles, warm clothing?)
Electrical
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Are 240v plugs, sockets, leads and switches in good condition?
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Do all electrical leads and appliances have test tags attached which are within their test date?
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Are electrical leads clear off the floor and or kept clear of walkways?
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Are their sufficient power outlets available to limit the over-use of electrical power boards?
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Are flexible electrical leads kept clear from wet areas?
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Are electrical circuits protected by fixed RCD’s at switchboard?
Housekeeping
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Are bins and storage facilities provided in close proximity to work areas?
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Is there a cleaning program in place to ensure the work area and facilities are maintained in a clean and hygienic condition?
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Are there spill containment kits / facilities in place which are located in close proximity to where spills are likely to occur?
Manual Handling - Storage
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Are frequently used items stored within easy access? (between knee & shoulder)
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Are heavy items that are manually handled stored at waist height?
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Are stored or stacked items positioned in a way that will prevent them from falling?
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Are mechanical aids - Available? Applicable to the task? In good condition?
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Is a ‘Safe-step’ or step ladder available to access small items stored on high shelves?
Hazardous Chemicals
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Are chemicals stored in accordance with its SDS?
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Are hazardous substance storage cabinets correctly labelled?
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Are de-cantered hazardous chemicals correctly labelled?
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Are Safety Data Sheets (SDS) easily available and within date? (5 years from date of print)
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Is a Hazardous Chemical Register easily available to all workers?
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Are incompatible dangerous goods not co-located within the same storage cabinet?
Site Vehicles
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Are company vehicles being regularly inspected using form the correct Vehicle Pre-start Inspection Report
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Are company vehicles Vehicle Pre-start Inspection Report being filled in correctly
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Fire extinguisher(s) fitted? Insert inspection date in comments?
Notices and Signs
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Are safety and general signage signs posted and clearly visible?
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Are notice boards in good condition and the information up to date
Environmental
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Hazardous goods storage - No leaks
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Waste streams identified and bins available
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All environmental incidents & spills have been reported
