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Sample OH&S Office Inspection Checklist

Location: Area/section: .
Inspected by: Date: / / .

Manager Responsible: ______

Supervisor Responsible: ______

Instructions
  1. Answer each question by first placing a tick in the appropriate box  (refer to Rating), and then provide supporting Comments (if required) on those issues to be addressed.
  1. When completed, the responsible Manager should address any items requiring action.

RatingA – Satisfactory (No Action Required)

B – Unsatisfactory (To be Addressed using a Programmed Approach)

C – Requires Immediate Action

Item
/
Rating
/
Supporting Comments
A / B / C
Safety Rules
Routinely followed /  /  / 
SOP/SWP are understood /  /  / 
Fire/Emergencies
Extinguishers in place, clearly marked for type of fire and recently serviced /  /  / 
Adequate direction notices for fire exits /  /  / 
Exit door easily opened from inside /  /  / 
Exits clear of obstructions /  /  / 
Fire alarm system functioning correctly (if installed) /  /  / 
Emergency procedures available and displayed /  /  / 
Fire evacuation drills carried out /  /  / 
Electrical
No broken plugs, sockets or switches /  /  / 
No frayed or damaged cords /  /  / 
All Portable Electrical Equipment Tested and Tagged /  /  / 
Electrical Register available /  /  / 
Residual Current Device (RCD) installed where required /  /  / 
Portable power tools in good condition /  /  / 
Emergency shut-down procedures in place /  /  / 
Extension cords are off the floor /  /  / 
General Lighting
Adequate lighting for the job /  /  / 
Light fittings clean and in good condition /  /  / 
Emergency lighting operable /  /  / 
All lights protected where required /  /  / 
Walkways, Stairs and Ladders
No liquids on floors /  /  / 
Entry and walkways kept clear /  /  / 
No electrical leads crossing walkways /  /  / 
Stairs in good condition /  /  / 
Anti-slip tread on stairs /  /  / 
Handrails in place /  /  / 
Area around stairs kept clear of obstructions /  /  / 
Portable ladders in good condition /  /  / 
Storage
Items stored correctly /  /  / 
Storage designed to minimise lifting problems, i.e. items located between knee and shoulder /  /  / 
Walking space clear /  /  / 
General condition of shelving /  /  / 
Chemicals at the Workplace
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for all chemicals used at the workplace /  /  / 
Containers clearly labelled /  /  / 
Correct disposal is undertaken /  /  / 
Is there appropriate storage for chemicals? /  /  / 
First Aid
First aid box/cabinet available/adequate /  /  / 
Employees aware of location of first aid box/cabinet /  /  / 
Adequate stocks available /  /  / 
Records kept on use of first aid box /  /  / 
Emergency telephone numbers displayed /  /  / 
General Housekeeping
Photocopiers – fumes controlled /  /  / 
Air conditioning system maintained regularly /  /  / 
Stable non-slip floor coverings /  /  / 
Work stations are adequate for task /  /  / 
Rubbish cleared at regular intervals /  /  / 
Manual Handling
Unnecessary manual handling eliminated /  /  / 
Loads to be within the employees capabilities /  /  / 
Training provided on mechanical aids and proper lifting techniques /  /  / 
Teamwork used when required /  /  / 

Person conducting Inspection:

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(Signature)(Printed Name)(Date)