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Workplace Inspection Checklist

Location: ...................................................... Area: .............................................................Date: ....................................... Persons completing inspection: ..........................................................................................................................................


Indicate in the following manner:

Acceptable; Not Acceptable; n/a Not Applicable 1.


1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 1.10

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Housekeeping
Work areas free from rubbish & obstructions Free from slip/trip hazards Doors fully functional Floor coverings okay Windows clean and operational Stock/material stored safely Vision at corners Safety signs adequate and used appropriately Noise level does not interfere with communication/emergency signals? Photocopiers not located close to personal workstations?

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2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 2.10 2.11 2.12 2.13

Electrical
No broken plugs, sockets, switches No frayed or defective leads (tag & test dates) Power tools in good condition No work near exposed live electrical equipment No strained leads No cable-trip hazards Switches/circuits/circuit breakers identified Switchboards secured and identified Exterior weatherproof fittings in good condition Heaters safely located/in working order Battery chargers marked and well ventilated No temporary or makeshift leads/power boards? No excessive use of adaptors/piggy back appliances?

3.
3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4

Lighting
Adequate in general area No flickering or inoperable lights Windows clean Emergency lighting system checked

4.
4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5

Lifting Equipment
Mechanical lifting equipment in good condition Manual lifting equipment in good condition Hazard reporting/maintenance system used Satisfactory operating practices noted Wheels satisfactory

5.
5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4

Maintenance Workshop
Adequate work space Clean and tidy Free from excess oil and grease Machines adequately guarded

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Indicate in the following manner: 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 5.9

Acceptable; Not Acceptable; n/a Not Applicable


Personal Protective Equipment in good condition PPE storage facilities provided Tool inventory correct All substance containers labelled adequately Tools in proper place

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6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 6.7 6.8 6.9 6.10 6.11 6.12

Hazardous Substances
Stored appropriately Containers labelled correctly Adequate ventilation Protective clothing/equipment available/used Personal hygiene dermatitis control Waste disposal procedures followed Material safety data sheets available/displayed Chemical handling procedures followed Drip trays used where appropriate Chemical register up to date Appropriate emergency/first aid equipment available - shower, eye bath, extinguishers Correct gas cylinder storage

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7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 7.8 7.9 7.10 7.11

Stairs, Steps and Landings


No worn or broken steps Handrails in good repair Clear of obstructions Adequate lighting Emergency lighting Non-slip treatments/treads in good condition Kick plates where required Clear of debris and spills Used correctly Floors have even surfaces [no cracks etc]? Floors and aisles are cleared of rubbish, materials and equipment (used and unused)?

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8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5

Ladders
Ladders in good condition Ladders not used to support planks for working platforms Correct angle to structure 1:4 Extend 1.0 metre above highest landing Straight or fixed at top extension ladders securely

9.
9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)


Employees provided with PPE PPE being worn appropriately by employees PPE effective PPE supply located where needed

10.
10.1

Manual Handling
Mechanical aids adequate for current needs

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Indicate in the following manner: 10.2 10.3 10.4 10.5 10.6 10.7 10.8 10.9 10.10 10.11 10.12

Acceptable; Not Acceptable; n/a Not Applicable


Safe work practices being followed Transfer Procedure Charts up to date Manual handling risk assessments performed Manual handling controls implemented There is no unnecessary or excessive bending or stooping? Work surfaces [desks, benches] are set up at the appropriate height? Work is oriented for easy access to pedals, grips, phones, computers? Routine tasks do not require individuals to lift excessive weight? Mechanical equipment is available for lifting heavy loads? Adjustable seating is available when needed appropriate? Footrests are available for those who need them?

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11.1 11.2 11.3 11.4 11.5 11.6

Kitchen Areas
Equipment in good working order Trolleys in good working order Hot/Heavy items handled safely Refridgeration door operable from inside Refridgeration alarm operable from inside Floors not slippery

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12.1 12.2 12.3 12.4 12.5 12.6 12.7 12.8 12.9 12.10

Storage Areas
Stacks stable Heights correct Sufficient space for moving stock Shelves free of rubbish Floors around stacks and racks clear Heavier items stored at convenient level No danger of falling objects No sharp edges Safe means of accessing high shelves Racks clear of lights/sprinklers

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13.1 13.2 13.3 13.4

First Aid
Record of treatment and of supplies dispensed up to date Incident reports filled out correctly Cabinets and contents are clean and orderly and properly stacked? Emergency numbers are clearly displayed?

14.
14.1 14.2 14.3 14.4

Emergency Procedures
Procedures easily accessible Evacuation plan displayed Evacuation drill within last 12 months Emergency exits clearly marked/functional

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Indicate in the following manner: 14.5

Acceptable; Not Acceptable; n/a Not Applicable


Emergency exits unobstructed

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15.1 15.2 15.3 15.4 15.5 15.6 15.7 15.8 15.9

Fire Control
Extinguishers in place Fire fighting equipment serviced/tagged Appropriate signing of extinguishers Extinguishers appropriate to hazard Smoking/naked flame restrictions observed Minimum quantities of flammables at workstation Emergency personnel identified and trained Emergency telephone numbers displayed Overhead sprinkler/detectors obstructions, stores, etc? clear of

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16.1 16.2 16.3

Security
Premises secure during minimum staff shifts Adequate lighting to/from car parking area Security procedures effective

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17.1 17.2 17.3 17.4 17.5 17.6 17.7

Public Protection
Appropriate barricades, fencing, hoarding, gantry secure and in place Signage in place Suitable lighting for public areas Footpaths clean and free from debris Site access controlled Traffic control signage in place Public health & safety complaints actioned

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18.1 18.2 18.3 18.4

Means of Egress
Exit doors marked and clearly visible? Exit doors can be opened from inside [no padlocks]? Exit corridors clear of obstructions? Exit ladders and catwalks are clear of obstructions?

19.
19.1

Biological Safety - General


Are safe work practices in place for lab techniques (including minimisation of aerosols)? Are cleaning procedures established for normal cleaning and emergency spills? Are autoclaves/procedures available for disinfection? Are staff aware of decontamination procedures established? Are sharps and biohazardous waste procedures established and implemented? Is all research approved (where required) by the appropriate agency/ethics committee?

19.2 19.3 19.4 19.5 19.6

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Indicate in the following manner: 19.7 19.8

Acceptable; Not Acceptable; n/a Not Applicable


Is specialised personal protective equipment available for use by staff/students? Have all staff/students been provided with information on appropriate vaccinations?

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20.1 20.2 20.3

Animal Facilities
Are separate facilities provided for animal storage, cleaning exam, etc? Are infected and non-infected animals segregated? Are all staff trained on safety procedures associated with animal handling?

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21.1 21.2 21.3 21.4

Machine/Workshop Safety- Basic


Are machines built in accordance with relevant Australian Standards? Are safe operating instructions/warning signs clearly visible? Are machines guarded/protected to prevent contact, entanglement or damage? Have preventative maintenance arrangements been made if required?

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22.1 22.2 22.3

Miscellaneous
Are machines appropriate for the area of use (ie explosion proof, etc)? Are lighting levels sufficient for operators to run equipment safely? Are residual current detectors in use for portable equipment?

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23.1 23.2 23.3 23.4 23.5

Signs/Information
Are hazard posters effectively posted at lab entrances? Are emergency and evacuation procedures prominently displayed? Are staff aware of nominated first aiders? Have emergency numbers been posted on each phone? Is special signage for radiation, biological or other hazards prominently posted?

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24.1 24.2 24.3

Safety Equipment
Are safety showers and eye wash facilities functional? Have Self Contained Breathing Apparatus been recertified within the last 12 months? Are all fire extinguishers and safety blankets within the certification or use by date?

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25.1

Fume Cupboards
Are electrical services located outside the chamber?

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Indicate in the following manner: 25.2 25.3 25.4 25.5

Acceptable; Not Acceptable; n/a Not Applicable


Are emergency switches clearly identified for power and gas supply? Has the cupboard been inspected and certified within the last 12 months? Are restrictions posted near fume cupboards (< 2.5 L of flammables, no H3C1O4, etc?) Are fume cupboards appropriate for type of hazard (ie radiation, biological, etc)?

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26.1 26.2 26.3

Laminar Flow Cabinets


Have all laminar flow cabinets been certified within the last 12 months? Are procedures for appropriate use of cabinets posted? Do the cabinets look clean and tidy (ie, routine cleaning performed recently)?

COMMENTS / ADDITIONS

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Location: ...................................................... Area: .............................................................Date: ....................................... Persons completing inspection: ..........................................................................................................................................
Indicate in the following manner:

Acceptable; Not Acceptable; n/a Not Applicable

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Location: ...................................................... Area: .............................................................Date: ....................................... Persons completing inspection: ..........................................................................................................................................
Indicate in the following manner:

Acceptable; Not Acceptable; n/a Not Applicable Approved by OH&S Committee : 29th March, 1999

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