Workplace Inspection Checklist for Hospitals

Free of obstacles

Step surfaces slippery

Carpet intact

Stairs and grab rails in good condition

Fire doors are closed

Free of obstruction

Carpet intact

In good repair

Slippery

Smoke doors free from obstacles

Appropriate footwear worn by staff

Adequate illumination

Good natural lighting

No direct or reflected glare

Light fittings clean and in good repair

No single fluorescent tubes

Exit signs laminated

Night lights fitted

Lockable

Controlled opening height

In good condition

Fly screens are in good condition

Adequate

Materials/equipment stacked

Obstructing access

Safety steps provided for high storage

Designed to minimise manual handling (I) light plant/substance/goods stored at higher level than heavy plant/substance goods (ii) in frequently used plant/substances/goods stored at ground level or over shoulder height 

Shelves are free of dust and rubbish

Adequate work space to use

Fitted with brakes

Adjustable

In good repair

Regular ongoing maintenance attended (check dates)

Height adjustable

Fitted with brakes

Cotsides fitted

Accommodates all lifting machines

The office chairs are adjustable

There is sufficient leg room for the worker

There is foot support for the worker if required

The chair controls are within easy reach

Arms are provided where necessary

There is adequate space to work in

If the chair has castors is it on carpet?

Shelving for manuals and folders

Sufficient contrast

Glare (screen)

Glare (external)

Variation from keyboard duties

Work station is adjustable to meet individual needs: - monitor, desk, keyboard,document holder provided, sufficient room to work in

Correct bins provided for: (i) General – paper, etc. (ii) Sharps (iii) Food (iv) Other: infected / cytotoxic / glass (indicate which)  

Appropriate colour coded bags being used

Bins are vermin proof

Trolley provided and used<br>

Cylinder stabilisation - straps / chains - provided - used&nbsp;

Empty cylinders stored separately and labelled

Stores advised a replacement is required

Replacement is prompt

Warning signs displayed

There is sufficient oxygen in the cylinder

Frequency checked when not used. Specify

A material safety data sheet fore each chemical used&nbsp;

Containment materials available for spills

Personal protective equipment: - available - used correctly – suitable&nbsp;

Disposal procedure satisfactory

Flammable agents in a flameproof cupboard

Storage of minimal quantities in the workplace

Ventilation with extraction available at source

Sufficient room to use product

Are cleaning signs used appropriately?

Are all exits clear?

Are all verandahs clear?

Power cords frayed / damaged

Power cords in the way

Double adaptors used

Unchecked equipment being used

Equipment not in use properly stored

Is equipment checked regularly

Washrooms clean

Toilet clean

Well stocked with toilet / hand paper

Have all staff attended Emergency Procedure lectures/training?

Do staff know fire procedure?

What is the procedure if you find or suspect a fire? (i) activate break glass alarm (ii) the hose reel: when last checked? (check dates)&nbsp;

Do staff know evacuation procedure?

Identify lateral evacuation points if fire was located&nbsp;

Do the staff know: (I) the different fire extinguishers and hose reels? (ii) how to use them?&nbsp;

The evacuation kit is available and complete

Do the staff know where the floor plan is for their area?

Is the area: (I) too hot? (ii) too cold?&nbsp;

Taps are drip free when turned off

Wet areas: - non-slip surface - water contained within the area&nbsp;

Drug storage areas are locked: drug cupboards, drug fridge, drug trolley,&nbsp; drug keys are being carried by a Registered Nurse&nbsp;

Medical Emergency Staff know: - where equipment is stored, drugs, resus equipment, suction&nbsp;

Brakes fitted

Wheels in good order

Free of oil leaks

Slings in good condition

Correct slings available

Brakes working

Hydraulics working

Vinyl in good state

Trolley corners have fittings

Wheels working

Clean bottle

Clean bottle

Suction working

Pressure &lt;50mHg

Dilly bag: - Gloves Suction Catheters&nbsp;