YHA Australia Hostel WHS Inspection

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Emergency manual accessible, and its location known to all staff<br>

Adequate first aid kit, clean and orderly, serviced within last 6 months; in prominent & accessible location<br>

Heavy items stored between knee & chest height<br>

Adequate lifting devices, trolleys and other mechanical aids available<br>

Cupboards, cabinets and storage stacks secure and stable, without risk of toppling; clear of lights & sprinklers<br>

Fresh drinking water available<br>

Adequate number of Wet Floor and/or Cleaning In Progress signs available

Workstations - provide an ergonomic environment; inc. screen positioning, foot support etc.<br>

Work designed to avoid or reduce: frequent or prolonged bending, twisting, reaching<br>

Work designed to avoid or reduce: frequent or prolonged awkward postures, manual handling, load carrying

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Adequate lifting devices, trolleys and other mechanical aids available<br>

Cupboards, cabinets and storage stacks secure and stable, without risk of toppling; clear of lights & sprinklers<br>

Fresh drinking water available<br>

Heavy items stored between knee & chest height

Adequate number of Wet Floor and/or Cleaning In Progress signs available

Workstations - provide an ergonomic environment; inc. screen positioning, foot support etc.<br>

Work designed to avoid or reduce: frequent or prolonged bending, twisting, reaching<br>

Work designed to avoid or reduce: frequent or prolonged awkward postures, manual handling, load carrying

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Electrical appliances are in good working condition and have been tested/tagged

Fridges in appropriate temperature range

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Drainage working effectively

Tapware in good condition - free from leaks

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Heavy items stored between knee & chest height

Cupboards, cabinets and storage stacks secure and stable, without risk of toppling; clear of lights & sprinklers

Areas containing Hazardous goods appropriately signed<br>

Hazardous goods labelled, recorded in the register, and accompanied by SDS<br>

Hazardous goods stored correctly, sealed and not exposed to elements<br>

Chemicals & Hazardous goods disposed appropriately

Spill kit or containment gear is available<br>

Adequate PPE available, maintained and used; adequate supplies are maintained

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Heavy items stored between knee and chest height<br>

Adequate lifting devices, trolleys and other mechanical aids available<br>

Cupboards, cabinets and storage stacks secure and stable, without risk of toppling; clear of lights & sprinklers<br>

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Gas appliances have accessible and visible cut-off devices

Kitchen extractor hoods free from grease build-up

Cooking appliances clean and in good working condition

Electrical appliances are in good working condition and have been tested/tagged

Fridges in appropriate temperature range

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Railings secure and in good order

stairs in good condition with safety strips in place

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & sprinklers free from obstruction

Tapware in good condition - free from leaks

Drainage working effectively

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Bunks stable, appropriate safety rails and safe ladders

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Is the pool safety signage in place and displayed properly

Is the pool safety certificate in place and is the fencing in good condition<br>

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Gas appliances have accessible and visible cut-off devices

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction

Floor surfaces even, not slippery, carpets/tiles/linoleum in good repair<br>

Floors clear and clean of obstructions

Areas clean, free from grease, dust<br>

Furniture in good repair; no sharp edges, protruding screws

Fixtures securely fastened to walls / ceilings

Adequate lighting, protected against damage, clean and in good condition

Acceptable temperatures; adequate airflow or extraction

Plug sockets and switches in good condition; no extension leads or double adapters in use

Cords & wires out of the way, not a trip hazard

Doors close securely and completely; door closers in place as appropriate<br>

Storage facilities sufficient, fit for purpose and accessible

Evacuation plans displayed; current location & escape routes marked

Fire Exits free from obstruction; exit signs clearly visible and lit

Hose reels & Sprinklers free from obstruction