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Monthly workplace safety inspection

A monthly walk-through of a workplace: escape routes, emergency lighting, fire equipment, first aid, housekeeping, storage, electrical panels and cables, machine guards, chemicals and protective equipment, with the actions agreed.

19 itemsWorkplace safetyVersion 1Updated

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Category: Workplace Safety

  • Frequency: Monthly

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Checklist items

  1. Emergency exits and escape routes are unobstructed, open from the inside and clearly signed

    Pass / FailRequired
  2. Emergency lighting and exit signs are lit and undamaged

    Pass / FailRequired
  3. Fire extinguishers are in place, accessible and ready

    Pressure gauge in the green, seal intact, inspection tag up to date.

    Pass / FailRequired
  4. Fire doors close fully on their own and are not wedged open

    Pass / FailRequired
  5. Fire alarm call points and evacuation plans are visible and unobstructed

    Pass / FailRequired
  6. First aid kits are complete and in date

    Eyewash stations and safety showers, where present, work and are accessible.

    Pass / FailRequired
  7. Walkways and floors are clean, dry and free of trip hazards

    Pass / FailRequired
  8. Storage is stable and racking is undamaged

    Heavy items stored low; nothing stacked closer than about 45 cm (18 in) below sprinkler heads.

    Pass / FailRequired
  9. Electrical panels are closed, labelled and kept clear (about 1 m / 3 ft in front)

    Pass / FailRequired
  10. Cables, plugs and extension leads are undamaged; no power strips plugged into each other

    Pass / FailRequired
  11. Machine guards are in place and emergency stops work

    Pass / FailRequired
  12. Chemicals are labelled and stored by compatibility

    Containers closed, retention under liquids, safety data sheets available at the point of use.

    Pass / FailRequired
  13. People in the area wear the protective equipment required by the signage

    Pass / FailRequired
  14. Waste bins are not overflowing and spill kits are complete where liquids are stored

    Pass / Failoptional
  15. Ladders and step stools are in good condition

    Pass / Failoptional
  16. Lighting is sufficient in work areas, stairs and walkways

    Pass / Failoptional
  17. Overall condition of the area

    ChoiceRequired
    • Good
    • Acceptable
    • Action needed
  18. Hazards found and actions agreed

    What, where, who will act and by when.

    Free textoptional
  19. Photo of a hazard found

    Photooptional

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Equipment: Workplace safety

Industries: Manufacturing, Facilities, Retail, Education, Healthcare, Hospitality, Food and beverage

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