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Workplace Safety Checklist

Workplace Safety checklist

• Housekeeping

• Are floor surfaces free of water, oil or other fluids?
  

• Are floor surfaces even? (e.g. no loose tiles or carpet that is torn or has ridges)

• Are walkways and doorways clear of boxes, extension cords and litter?

• Are stairways kept clear of boxes, equipment and other obstructions?

• Are work areas, walkways and stairs well lit?

• Are work stations tidy and well-maintained?

• Are emergency procedures clearly displayed?

• Manual Handling

• Are work items that are regularly used within easy reach?

• Is there sufficient area around machines or equipment to enable easy access?

• Are appropriate manual handling aids readily available? 

• Storage

• Are items placed neatly and securely on shelves?
  

• Are heavy items stored below shoulder height? 

• Can items on high shelves be easily reached? 

• First Aid

• Are First Aid Kits located in easily accessible and prominent areas? 

• Are First Aid Kit contents clean and tidy?

• Are First Aid Kit contents within their expiry date? 

• Are First Aid Kit contents full and/or suitably replenished? 

• Safety Signs 

• Are all exits clearly marked and free from obstruction?

• If no exit is in the immediate area, are there signs and arrows indicating the direction to exits? 

• Is the location of the First Aid Kit clearly identified? 

• Is the location of fire alarms and fire fighting equipment clearly identified? 

• Are there any potentially hazardous areas that warnings are appropriate? 

• Is the size of the sign appropriate to the environment, lighting and viewing distance? 

• Electrical 

• Have electrical appliances been inspected and tagged? 

• Are extension leads and power boards maintained in a safe operating condition?

• Are the electrical fittings and electrical equipment regularly inspected and maintained? 

• Are switchboards in a safe operating condition and secured? 

• Machinery and Equipment 

• Are machine guards in place on all operating equipment?
  

• Are emergency stop buttons clearly visible and operational?
  

• Is personal protective equipment (e.g. Hearing protection, Eye protection, Head protection, and/or Gloves) adequately supplied? 

• Chemical and Dangerous Goods

• Are chemical and hazardous substances clearly labelled?

• Are chemical and hazardous substances stored safely? 

• Is there adequate ventilation or an exhaust system?

• Are Safety Data Sheets available and can workers easily access them?