Workplace Inspections

The work place inspection checklist is an excellent tool for identifying hazards in the work place.

Inspections are used to:

- identify areas that could lead to injury or damage
- provide a systematic means of reporting to help maintain safe working conditions

These checklist are designed to be functional to the work area; simple; and expeditious.

Click on the area function below to go the applicable checklist

Once the check list are completed:

- Submit a copy to your Supervisor for review and for them to complete required actions
- Send a copy to Health and Safety for them to review and complete any appointed actions
- Retain original in file for comparison against subsequent inspections

Note: If you feel that items highlighted are not being considered and actioned for improvement in an appropriate timeframe consult with your supervisor and or
Health and Safety.

Function Minimum Frequency Due Date Notes

Available to assist management to review the processes
Area Review N/A N/A established for their area - not intended for Safety and
Health Reps to complete
This checklist is to be conducted on laboratory in the area
Laboratories Quarterly

Extra attention is to be noted on the guarding of equipment

Workshops and Trade Areas Quarterly
1st due by 31 March;
Hazards come in all sizes, from knives and hot oil, to
Kitchens and Eateries Quarterly
2nd due by 30 June; pressure cookers, and machine guarding
About 31,000 children were treated in U.S. emergency
Child Care Centres Quarterly
3rd due by 30 September; rooms for injuries at child care settings in 1997.
To cover areas such as gymnasiums, court sports, and
Recreational Areas Quarterly 4th due by 31 December. their change rooms
To be conducted by the vehicle owner/regular driver
Motor Vehicle Quarterly

Cleaners Rooms Quarterly

Inspection to include: reception, foyer, stairways, hallways,

6 monthly
Receptions and Hallways, Offices and Tutorials office space and tutorial/lecture theatres
Particular attention regarding access to books on high
Library Areas 6 monthly 1st due by 30 June; shelves and the accessibility of safety steps or ladders

2nd due by 31 December. To be conducted preferable with a student to get an end

Student Accommodation 6 monthly users point of view

Eye Wash Stations & Safety Showers 6 monthly

Rev 2 issued: 03 August 2012 Health and Safety

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 WORKPLACE ASSESSMENT CHECKLIST AREA REVIEW

Department/Area:........................................... Assessors:.............................................................
Date:......................... Area Manager / Supervisor:……………………………………….

Action Status: (Completed

Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

MANAGEMENT COMMITMENT

Managers and employees understand and

1
accept their responsibilities under the OSH Act.

Managers and Supervisors at all levels are

2
actively involved in safety management.
Competent person coordinates safety
3
management activities.
There is an up-to-date University OSH Policy in
4
your area
5 All employees know about the OSH Policy

Adequate resources are provided for safety

6
management.
Employees are provided sufficient time to
7
perform tasks related to OSH
Employees are made accountable for safety and
8
health in their area of responsibility.

PLANNING
The OSH needs for your area are planned at
1
least annually
2 There are specific OSH objectives set

3 OSH performance is measured

Specialist OSH expertise is employed when
4
required
OSH Plans and objectives are assessed at least
5
annually
Recommendations to improve safety
6
management are acted upon
Relevant OSH information is readily accessible to
7
all
Management only use contractors that operate in
8
a safe manner
Contractors are managed to ensure safety
9
standards are maintained (How?)

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 Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

10 Visitor safety is ensured (How?)

OSH systems are in place for employees with

11
special needs
12 Emergency procedures are available

CONSULTATION

Management and employees understand the

1 requirement to consult on safety and health
matters
Consultative systems are established (eg SHRs
2
and committees) and Effective
Employees are consulted regarding OSH
3
Planning
Employees are consulted regarding managing
4
hazards in the workplace
Employees are consulted regarding OSH training
5
needs
The consultative mechanisms in your area are
6
evaluated

HAZARD MANAGEMENT

Managers and employees understand and act on

1 the legislative requirement to reduce risk in the
Workplace
There is an effective process for reporting
2
workplace incidents/Hazards
Work-related incidents and hazards are
3
investigated
Work areas are regularly inspected/ assessed for
4
OSH
5 Your area's hazards are identified

6 Risks are assessed for identified Hazards

Work tasks are evaluated using Job Safety

7
Analysis
Control of risk is planned in accordance with risk
8
assessments
9 Risk control measures implemented are effective
Risk controls are introduced in accordance with
10
the ‘hierarchy of controls’

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Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

11 The effectiveness of risk controls is evaluated

Risk controls are corrected when they are not

12
effective
Tasks and areas are assessed when work
13
arrangements are changed

TRAINING

Management and employees understand the

1
requirements for OSH Training
Management have identified the OSH training
2
needs of employees
Training is planned according to the needs
3
analyses
4 OSH training has clear objectives

5 Appropriate OSH training is provided

6 OSH training is evaluated

All employees are able to follow emergency
7
procedures
Have all staff received fire safety and evacuation
8
training?
Staff have received training on the correct tag-out
9
procedure for faulty equipment
Have the staff been trained in manual handling
10
procedures and assessment techniques?
Do staff attend annual refresher sessions on
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manual handling?

FIRST - AID AND EVACUATION

1 List the location of the First-aid kits in the building

2 Name/s of Staff trained in first-aid

Do Staff know the first aid and emergency
3
medical procedures?
4 Name/s of Building Evacuation / Fire Wardens
Date of last evacuation - highlight any areas of
5
improvement for the evacuation process
6 Is the evacuation plan prominently displayed?

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Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

Are staff aware of the location and type of fire

7
fighting equipment available in the area?

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 WORKPLACE INSPECTION CHECKLIST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTRE - QUARTERLY
Building and Room Number:............................. Assessors:.............................................................
Date:......................... Area Manager / Supervisor:……………………………………….
Administration Section
Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)
CHILD SAFETY
Is entry/exit from premises appropriately
1
controlled?
FIRE SAFETY
Is there an Evacuation Diagram visible in the
1 area?
2 Are smoke/thermal detectors present?

3 Is the access to all fire fighting equipment clear?

Have fire extinguishers/blankets/hose reels been

tested and tagged by the external maintenance
4 contractor within the last 6 months?
Are Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans
5 (PEEPS) available for mobility impaired staff?
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Has all equipment been tested and tagged
1 according to Curtin Electrical Policy
2 Are all electrical cords and power boards
i) in good condition?
ii) of appropriate length?
iii) safely positioned?
Are there sufficient power sockets for equipment
3 location and usage?
4 Are power boards used, not adaptors?
Are extension leads used only for temporary
5 power supply?
FURNITURE/EQUIPMENT
Is the office chair easily adjusted from a seated
1 position?
Can user get close to the workstation without
2 impediment?
Is the printer, fax machine etc. easily accessible
3 and suitably located?
HOUSEKEEPING
1 Is there a pest control program in place?
2 Is area lighting steady? (i.e. no flickering light)
MANUAL HANDLING
Are trolleys available and used to transport
1 heavy/large items?
LAUNDRY
The entry and exit door/s are easily opened and
1 closed?
2 The floor surface even and in good repair?
3 There is no slip or trip hazards present?
The benches and floor space is clear of clothing
4 and other items?
Are the tops and rear of piping/machinery dust
5 free?
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Have all identified issues been actioned by the
1
Health and Safety Representative?
Have unresolved/ongoing issues been added to
2 the Health and Safety Meeting Agenda for
consultation and/or escalation?
Checklist has been forwarded to the Health and
3
Safety Department?
WORKPLACE INSPECTION CHECKLIST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTRE
Building and Room Number:............................. Assessors:.............................................................
Date:......................... Area Manager / Supervisor:……………………………………….
Rooms Section Issues/actions reported to Manager/Supervisor: □ Yes □ No
Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)
CHILD SAFETY
Are medication, chemicals, cleaning supplies and
1 other toxic materials locked up, and/or kept away
from children/food?
2 Are all chemicals appropriately labelled?
Are only appropriate scissors and knives
3
available for children to use?
Are bookcases/furniture safe or secured to
4
prevent them from falling over?
5 Is all electrical equipment safely located?
7 Are SIDS recommendations being adhered to?
Is the first-aid kit easily accessible, stocked and
8
does it contain emergency contacts?

9 Are toys clean, in good condition & safe to use?

FIRE SAFETY
1 Are smoke/thermal detectors present?
Is there an Evacuation Diagram visible in the
2 area?
3 Is the evacuation plan prominently displayed?

4 Is the access to all fire fighting equipment clear?

5 Are all fire exit routes:
 i) clearly signposted?
ii) clear of obstructions?
iii) not locked/or easy access to a key?
6 Are green emergency exit signs in place?
7 Are sources of ignition/heat being controlled?
Are flammable materials/fuel sources being
8 managed safely?
Are fire doors in good condition i.e. self closers
working, not propped open, smoke seals fitted,
9 no gaps etc?
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1 Are electrical outlet covers are in place?
Has all high risk electrical equipment been tested
and tagged and low risk electrical euqipment
passed a visual inspection in line with the Curtin
2 Electrical Policy?
Are tags (out of service/danger) used on faulty
3 equipment and available to Staff?
HOUSEKEEPING

1 Can the worker easily access their workstation?

2 Is all furniture used, stored and/or located safely?

3 Is there sufficient filing and storage space?
4 Is floor surface even?
5 Is the floor free of unnecessary obstructions?
6 Is floor covering in good condition?
Does the ventilation appear adequate in all areas
7 and for all tasks performed?
Is the odour in the nappy change areas suitably
8 controlled?
Is the ambient temperature comfortable for the
9 type of work being undertaken?
Are there procedures in place to ensure that food
10 hygiene requirements are met?
Are the individual dietary needs of children met?
11 e.g. religious needs and allergies?
Are there are adequate numbers of hand
12 washing facilities?
FURNITURE/EQUIPMENT
1 Is all furniture in good repair?
2 Is the furniture provided suitable for the tasks?
ENVIRONMENT
Is there a cleaning schedule in place for all areas
1 of the facility?
Does the lighting appear adequate for the tasks
2 performed?
3 Are all light fittings and switches in good repair?
4 Is area lighting steady? (i.e. no flickering light)
Is glare & reflection controlled to an acceptable
5 level for computer user/s?
Are there sufficient and appropriate containers for
6 waste disposal?
7 Are waste bins routinely emptied?
MANUAL HANDLING
Is there sufficient space to perform all manual
1 handling tasks?
Is equipment/stock in regular use stored between
2 mid thigh and shoulder height?

Are repetitive operations minimized, risk

3 assessed and appropriate actions implemented?

Are stepladders and manual handling equipment

4 provided and kept in a safe condition?
Manager/Supervisor has been briefed by the SHR on actions required and commits to ensuring that appropiate actions are completed within a reasonable timeframe.
Signature:_________________________
 WORKPLACE INSPECTION CHECKLIST KITCHENS AND EATERIES
Building and Room Number:............................. Assessors:.............................................................
Date:......................... Area Manager / Supervisor:……………………………………….

Action Status: (Completed

Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

FIRE SAFETY

Smoke/Heat detectors are present and batteries

1
(if applicable) are charged

Is there an Evacuation Diagram visible in the

area (Highlighting Evacuation and Emergency
2
Procedure i.e. Call 0 000 from an internal phone
or Call 000 from an external or mobile phone)

3 Is the access to all fire fighting equipment clear?

Fire extinguishers have been checked and tag
4
stamped within previous 6 months
5 Are all fire exit routes:

i) clearly signed?

ii) Exit signs lit (where applicable) ?

iii) clear of obstruction?

iv) Not locked

Overhead sprinklers/detectors clear of

5
obstructions, stores etc.
Is there a first aid kit in area if required? Are the
6
contents within expiry dates?
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Has all equipment been tested and tagged
1
according to Curtin Electrical Policy
Does all portable electrical equipment pass a
2
visual inspection?

For those items that are tagged is the tag

3 current? If you answer no highlight in comments
that testing and tagging is due now.

4 Are all leads and flexes:

i) in good condition?

ii) of appropriate length?

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Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

iii) safely positioned or rendered safe? (Power

leads kept clear of floor and out of the way of
trips, hazards and water)
Are there sufficient power sockets for equipment
5
location and usage?
6 Power boards used, not adaptors
Extension leads are used only for temporary
7
power supply
Tags (out of service/danger) used on faulty
8
equipment and available to Staff
Are emergency stops installed in this area where
9 needed (fixed plant equipment, reticulated gas or
area emergency stop)
Is equipment with exposed moving parts correctly
10
guarded (eg, centrifuge etc)?

FURNITURE/EQUIPMENT

1 Is all furniture in good repair?

2 Is the furniture provided suitable for the tasks?

Is the chair easily adjusted from a seated

3
position?
Can user get close to the workstation without
4
impediment
5 Is all furniture used, stored and/or located safely?

Is there sufficient space to house all the

6 equipment required in the area and still able to
use it safely

HOUSEKEEPING
Are all passages sufficiently wide and clear to
1
allow safe access and egress?
2 Are all work areas kept clean and tidy?

3 Is there sufficient filing and storage space?

4 Are steps provided and kept in a safe condition?

5 Is the floor free of obstructions.

6 Is floor covering in good condition

7 Is floor surface even?

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Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

8 Are non-skid strips on stairs in good condition.

9 Is waste rubbish/cardboard boxes removed daily.

Are washing facilities adequate and maintained
10
to an hygienic standard
Are their adequate handling, sterilization and
11 disposal procedures in place for biological
materials?

12 Are benches disinfected regularly?

13 Are cabinets cleaned regularly?

ENVIRONMENT

Are all work areas cleaned sufficiently and

1
regularly?
2 Are waste bins routinely emptied?

3 Is waste recycled wherever possible?

Are there sufficient and appropriate containers for

4
waste disposal/ recycling?
Does the lighting appear adequate for the tasks
5
performed?
Is glare & reflection controlled to an acceptable
6
level for the user/'s?
7 Is area lighting steady (i.e. no flickering light)?
Is emergency lighting available in windowless
8
rooms/stair wells?
9 Are all light fittings and switches in good repair?

Does the ventilation appear adequate in all areas

10
and for all tasks performed?
11 Is temperature comfortable?

12 Is the area free from odours?

13 Are the noise levels satisfactorily low?

MANUAL HANDLING
Are staff practising correct manual handling
1
procedures?
Is there sufficient space to perform all manual
2
handling tasks?

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Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

Is equipment/stock in regular use stored between

3
mid thigh and shoulder height?
Are step ladders or foot stools used to access
4
items stored on high shelves
5 Are repetitive operations minimized?

Are trolleys available and used to transport

6
heavy/ large items.

CHEMICAL SAFETY
Are all chemicals appropriately labelled and
1
stored safely?
Are Material Safety Data Sheets or "Chem Alert"
2
available and current
3 Is the chemical register up to date?

4 Date of last chemical stock take (if applicable)

Are cleaning Chemicals labelled in accordance to

3
the guidelines?
Are there written procedures for chemical
4
handling, storage and spillage in place?
5 Are staff/students aware of the procedures?
Are staff/students trained in chemical handling
6
and aware of chemical hazards?
7 Are spill kits available and regularly maintained?

Are bunds available and used for storing

8
Hazardous or Dangerous chemical solutions?
Are chemicals stored correctly as per the
9
segregation requirement?
10 Are chemicals disposed of correctly?

Is the chemical disposal register maintained and

11
up to date?
Are there written procedures in place for handling
12
and disposing of chemical waste?
Are there procedures in place for transporting of
13 chemicals and chemical wastes across University
grounds?
Are waste containers labelled with Class
14
Diamonds?
Is waste segregated and stored away from
15
drains?

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Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

Is regular waste disposal carried out to minimize

16
waste on site?

GASES

1 Are gas cylinders secured adequately?

2 Are gas cylinders inspection dates current?

Are trolleys readily available to move gas

3
cylinders?

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Is PPE provided where necessary and is it
1
appropriate for the task?
2 Is it correctly stored and maintained?
Have the staff/students been trained in the
3
correct usage of PPE?
4 Are records of training kept?

Does the PPE supplied comply with Australian

5
Standards?

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 WORKPLACE INSPECTION
AREA: LABORATORIES
CHECKLIST
Assessors:
Building & Room number(s): RISK MATRIX TOOL
CURTIN HSEMPOLICIES & PROCEDURES

Area Manager / Supervisor:

Date

Action Status:
Reference Comments/Action Action Assigned (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Action Due Date:
(Curtin) Required to: Immediately (CI),
RMSS # ,SCC #)
1.0 GENERAL LABORATORY

Does laboratory entrance signage indicate:

a) Authorised access only
1 b) No food or drink allowed in laboratories
c) Chemical hazard pictogram (e.g. toxic, flammable)
d) Laboratory supervisor details

Is there an emergency shower and eye wash station, and

2 Eye Wash Stations & Safety Showers
are they easily accessible?

Run eye wash/ emergency showers to clean the pipes to

3 Eye Wash Stations & Safety Showers
ensure they operate (stand clear!)

4 Is warning and safety signage clearly visible?

Is the laboratory free of food and drink for human

5
consumption?

6 Is enclosed footwear worn (and signed)?

Is PPE provided where necessary? (e.g. safety glasses,

7
lab coat, gloves, face mask)

8 Is PPE stored correctly and maintained?

2.0 HOUSEKEEPING
1 Is all glassware cleaned and not chipped?

2 Are aisles and passageways kept clear?

3 Is there sufficient filing and storage space?

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 Is general storage of combustible materials minimised
4
and away from ignition sources?

5 Are washing facilities maintained to a hygienic standard?

6 Is there sharps containers available? Sharps Injury & Blood Exposure Guidelines

7 Are all types of waste bins emptied/not overfilled?

3.0 ENVIRONMENT
1 Is the area lighting steady? (i.e. no flickering light)

Do the light fittings and switches appear to be secure and

2
free of damage?

3 Are the work areas well-lit?

Is the temperature, humidity and ventilation suitable for

4
the laboratory environment?

5 Is the noise level acceptable/adequately controlled?

6 Is the area free from odours?

7 Are ceiling tiles maintained and secure?

8 Are floors dry and free of slip/trip hazards?

9 Is the floor covering even and in good condition?

4.0 CHEMICAL SAFETY (IF APPLICABLE)

Are chemical storage cabinets properly labelled with the
1 Labelling
correct hazard pictogram?

Chemical refrigerators suitably labelled? (e.g. Biohazard

2 Labelling
label, no food or drink)

3 Are all chemicals labelled? Labelling

Is the bunding (spill catchment) shelf of the cabinet kept

4 Storage and handling
free of chemicals?

5 Are chemicals segregated and stored appropriately? Storage and handling

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 Are there bunding or spill trays for the storage of
6 Storage and handling
chemicals? (including hazardous chemicals)

7 Are spill kits readily available? Spills

8 Are waste containers labelled? Safe Disposal of Unwanted Chemicals

9 Are waste containers stored away from drains? Safe Disposal of Unwanted Chemicals

10 Are SDS's readily available? Safety Data Sheets

5.0 RADIATION SAFETY (IF APPLICABLE)

Is there radiation labelling and warning signage
1 Radiation Safety
displayed?

Is all work with radioactive material segregated from

2 Radiation Safety
other work?

Are radiation storage sites lockable, secured and

3 Radiation Safety
shielded?

Is the name and contact details of the Radiation Safety

Officer (RSO) & Radiation Safety Supervisor available
4 Radiation Safety
and clearly displayed?

6.0 BIOLOGICAL SAFETY (IF APPLICABLE)

1 Are all cultures and biohazard materials labelled? Biosafety

2 Are benches and cabinets clean? Biosafety

Are surfaces, walls, and benches in good condition and

3 Biosafety
impervious?

4 Is there designated hand washing facilities? Biosafety

7.0 FIRE AND EMERGENCY SAFETY

Are fire equipment tested and tagged within the last 6

1
months? (e.g. fire blankets, fire extinguishers, hose reels)

Is all fire equipment accessible and free of obstruction?

2
(including fire blanket, extinguisher, and hose reels)

3 Are overhead sprinklers/detectors clear of obstructions?

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 Are all fire exit routes:
a) Clearly signed
4 Emergency Procedures
b) Exit signs lit
c) Clear of obstruction

Is the evacuation diagram prominently displayed?

(Highlighting evacuation and emergency procedures i.e.
5 Emergency Procedures
Call 0 000 from an internal phone or call 000 from an
external or mobile phone)

Are emergency contacts & first aid details displayed?

6 First Aid
(e.g. fire wardens, senior first aiders)

7 Is there a first aid kit available nearby?

8.0 ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Is all portable/ handheld equipment tested and tagged,
1 and in date? Electrical Safety Procedures
(As per Electrical Safety Procedure)

Is all equipment that is located in a hostile environment

2 tested and tagged and in date? Electrical Safety Procedures
(As per Electrical Safety Procedure)

3 Does all electrical equipment pass a visual inspection? Electrical Safety Procedures

Are all electrical switches, sockets, leads and power

boards;
4 a) In good condition? Electrical Safety Procedures
b) Appropriate length?
c) Safely positioned (away from walkways)?

Are double adapters, piggyback and travel adaptors not

5 Electrical Safety Procedures
used?

Is all faulty equipment tagged out? (with an Out of

6 Electrical Safety Procedures
Service tag)

9.0 FURNITURE
1 Is all furniture in good condition?

2 Is the furniture provided suitable for the task?

3 Is a footrest available when needed? Ergonomics

4 Is the chair easily adjusted from a seated position? Ergonomics

Is there sufficient space to house all the equipment

5
safely?

6 Is all furniture used, stored and located safely?

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 7 Are all work areas clean and tidy?

8 Can user get to the workstation without any difficulties?

10.0 MANUAL HANDLING

Is there sufficient space to perform manual handling

1 Manual tasks
tasks?

Are frequently used/heavy items stored between knee

2 Manual tasks
and shoulder height?

Are step ladders or safety stools kept nearby to access

3 Manual tasks
items stored up high?

Are trolleys available and used to transport heavy/large

4 Manual tasks
items?

11.0 FUME CUPBOARDS

Are fume cupboards free of clutter, unnecessary

1 Safe Use of Ducted Fume Cupboards
chemicals, glassware and equipment?

2 Is the inspection date of fume cupboards up to date? Safe Use of Ducted Fume Cupboards

12.0 COMPRESSED GASES

1 Are gas cylinders located in a well ventilated area? Hazardous Materials

Are gas cylinders located away from heat and ignition

2 Hazardous Materials
sources?

3 Are gas cylinders secure and upright? Hazardous Materials

4 Are gas cylinders free of damage and corrosion? Hazardous Materials

Are gas cylinders located away from exits and walkways?

5 Hazardous Materials

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 WORKPLACE INSPECTION AREA: RECEPTIONS, HALLWAYS, OFFICES AND
CHECKLIST TUTORIALS

Assessors:
Building & Room number(s): RISK MATRIX TOOL
CURTIN HSEMPOLICIES & PROCEDURES

Area Manager / Supervisor:

Date

Action Status:
Reference Comments/Action Action Assigned (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Action Due Date:
(Curtin) Required to: Immediately (CI),
RMSS # ,SCC #)
1. HOUSEKEEPING
1 Are all work areas kept clean and tidy?

Are aisles and passageways kept clear and free of

2
slip/trip hazards?

Does there appear to be sufficient filing and storage

3
space?

Is general storage of combustible materials minimised?

4
(e.g. Paper, books, boxes)

Are all materials:

5 a) Safely and neatly stacked?
b) Located in appropriate storage areas?

6 Are waste bins emptied/not overfilled?

7 Are washing facilities maintained to a hygienic standard?

2. ENVIRONMENT
1 Is the area lighting steady? (i.e. no flickering light)

Do the light fittings and switches appear to be secure and

2
free of damage?

3 Are the work areas well lit?

Is the temperature, humidity and ventilation suitable for

4
the environment?

5 Is the noise level acceptable/adequately controlled?

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Reference Comments/Action Action Assigned (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Action Due Date:
(Curtin) Required to: Immediately (CI),
RMSS # ,SCC #)
6 Is the area free from odours?

7 Are ceiling tiles maintained and secure?

8 Are floors dry and free of slip/trip hazards?

9 Is the floor covering even and in good condition?

10 Are all stairwells and railings in good condition?

11 Are non-slip strips on stairs in good condition?

3. FIRE AND EMERGENCY SAFETY

Is fire equipment tested and tagged within the last 6
1
months? (e.g. fire blankets, fire extinguishers, hose reels)

Is all fire equipment accessible and free of obstruction?

2
(including fire blanket, extinguisher, and hose reels)

3 Are overhead sprinklers/detectors clear of obstructions?

Are all fire exit routes:

a) Clearly signed
4 Emergency Procedures
b) Exit signs lit
c) Clear of obstruction

Is the evacuation diagram prominently displayed?

(Highlighting evacuation and emergency procedures i.e.
5 Emergency Procedures
Call 0 000 from an internal phone or call 000 from an
external or mobile phone)

6 Emergency and safety signage clearly visible?

Are emergency contacts & first aid details displayed?

7 First Aid
(e.g. fire wardens, senior first aiders)

8 Is there a first aid kit available nearby?

4. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Is all portable/ handheld equipment tested and tagged,
1 and in date? Electrical Safety Procedures
(As per Electrical Safety Procedure)

Is all equipment that is located in a hostile environment

2 tested and tagged and in date? Electrical Safety Procedures
(As per Electrical Safety Procedure)

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 Action Status:
Reference Comments/Action Action Assigned (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Action Due Date:
(Curtin) Required to: Immediately (CI),
RMSS # ,SCC #)
3 Does all electrical equipment pass a visual inspection? Electrical Safety Procedures

Are all electrical switches, sockets, leads and power

boards;
4 a) In good condition? Electrical Safety Procedures
b) Appropriate length?
c) Safely positioned? (away from water and trip hazards)

5 Are double, piggyback and travel adaptors not used? Electrical Safety Procedures

Is any faulty equipment tagged out? (with an Out of

6 Electrical Safety Procedures
Service tag)

5. FURNITURE
1 Is all furniture in good condition?

2 Is the furniture provided suitable for the task?

3 Is a footrest available if required? Ergonomics

4 Is the chair easily adjustable? Ergonomics

5 Is there sufficient space to house all equipment safely?

6 Is all furniture stored and located safely?

7 Can users get to the workstations without any difficulties?

Is the printer, photocopier and fax machine easily

8
accessible with space to manoeuvre around?

6. MANUAL HANDLING

Is there sufficient space to perform manual handling

1 Manual tasks
tasks?

Are frequently used/heavy items stored between knee

2 Manual tasks
and shoulder height?

Are step ladders or safety stools kept nearby to access

3 Manual tasks
items stored up high?

Are trolleys available and used to transport heavy/large

4 Manual tasks
items?

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 WORKPLACE INSPECTION
AREA: LECTURE THEATRES
CHECKLIST
Assessors:
Building & Room number(s): RISK MATRIX TOOL
CURTIN HSEMPOLICIES & PROCEDURES

Area Manager / Supervisor:

Date

Action Status:
Reference Comments/Action Action Assigned (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Action Due Date:
(Curtin) Required to: Immediately (CI),
RMSS # ,SCC #)
1. HOUSEKEEPING
1 Are all work areas kept clean and tidy?

Are aisles and passageways kept clear and free of

2
slip/trip hazards?

3 Are waste bins emptied/not overfilled.

2. ENVIRONMENT

1 Is the area lighting steady? (i.e. no flickering light)

Do the light fittings and switches appear to be secure and

2
free of damage?

3 Are the work areas well lit?

Is the temperature, humidity and ventilation suitable for

4
the environment?

5 Is the noise level acceptable/adequately controlled?

6 Is the area free from odours?

7 Are ceiling tiles maintained and secure?

8 Are floors dry and free of slip/trip hazards?

9 Is the floor covering even and in good condition?

10 Are all stairways and railings in good condition?

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 Action Status:
Reference Comments/Action Action Assigned (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Action Due Date:
(Curtin) Required to: Immediately (CI),
RMSS # ,SCC #)
11 Are non-slip strips on stairs in good condition?

3. FIRE AND EMERGENCY SAFETY

Is fire equipment tested and tagged within the last 6

1
months? (e.g. fire blankets, fire extinguishers, hose reels)

Is all fire equipment accessible and free of obstruction?

2
(including fire blanket, extinguisher, and hose reels)

3 Are overhead sprinklers/detectors clear of obstructions?

Are all fire exit routes:

a) Clearly signed
4 Emergency Procedures
b) Exit signs lit
c) Clear of obstruction

Is the evacuation diagram prominently displayed?

(Highlighting evacuation and emergency procedures i.e.
5 Emergency Procedures
Call 0 000 from an internal phone or call 000 from an
external or mobile phone)

4. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Is all portable/ handheld equipment tested and tagged,
1 and in date? Electrical Safety Procedures
(As per Electrical Safety Procedure)

Does all electrical equipment pass a visual inspection?

2 Electrical Safety Procedures
(CITS equipment exempted)

Are all electrical switches, sockets, leads and power

boards;
3 a) In good condition? Electrical Safety Procedures
b) Appropriate length?
c) Safely positioned? (away from water and trip hazards)

4 Are double, piggyback and travel adaptors not used? Electrical Safety Procedures

Is any faulty equipment tagged out? (with an Out of

5 Electrical Safety Procedures
Service tag)

5. FURNITURE

1 Is all furniture in good condition?

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 Action Status:
Reference Comments/Action Action Assigned (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Action Due Date:
(Curtin) Required to: Immediately (CI),
RMSS # ,SCC #)

2 Is the furniture provided suitable for the task?

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 WORKPLACE INSPECTION CHECKLIST LIBRARY
Building and Room Number:............................. Assessors:.............................................................
Date:......................... Area Manager / Supervisor:……………………………………….

Action Status: (Completed

Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

FIRE SAFETY
Smoke/Heat detectors are present and batteries
1
(if applicable) are charged

Is there an Evacuation Diagram visible in the

area (Highlighting Evacuation and Emergency
2
Procedure i.e. Call 0 000 from an internal phone
or Call 000 from an external or mobile phone)

3 Is the access to all fire fighting equipment clear?

Fire extinguishers have been checked and tag
4
stamped within previous 6 months
5 Are all fire exit routes:

i) clearly signed?

ii) Exit signs lit (where applicable) ?

iii) clear of obstruction?

iv) Not locked

Overhead sprinklers/detectors clear of

6
obstructions, stores etc.
Is there a first aid kit in area if required? Are the
7
contents within expiry dates?
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Has all equipment been tested and tagged
1
according to Curtin Electrical Policy
Does all portable electrical equipment pass a
2
visual inspection?

For those items that are tagged is the tag

current? If you answer no highlight in comments
that testing and tagging is due now.

3 Are all leads and flexes:

i) in good condition?

ii) of appropriate length?

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 Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

iii) safely positioned or rendered safe? (Power

leads kept clear of floor and out of the way of
trips, hazards and water)
Are there sufficient power sockets for equipment
4
location and usage?
5 Power boards used, not adaptors
Extension leads are used only for temporary
6
power supply
Tags (out of service/danger) used on faulty
7
equipment and available to Staff
Are emergency stops installed in this area where
8 needed (fixed plant equipment, reticulated gas or
area emergency stop)
Is equipment with exposed moving parts correctly
9
guarded (eg, centrifuge etc)?

FURNITURE/EQUIPMENT

1 Is all furniture in good repair?

2 Is the furniture provided suitable for the tasks?

Is the chair easily adjusted from a seated

3
position?
Can user get close to the workstation without
4
impediment
5 Is all furniture used, stored and/or located safely?

6 Is a footrest available when needed

Is the photocopier easily accessible with space to
7
manoeuvre around
9 Is the printer, fax machine etc easily accessible

Is there sufficient space to house all the

10 equipment required in the area and still able to
use it safely

HOUSEKEEPING
Are all passages sufficiently wide and clear to
1
allow safe access and egress?
2 Are all work areas kept clean and tidy?

3 Is there sufficient filing and storage space?

4 Are steps provided and kept in a safe condition?

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 Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

5 Is the floor free of obstructions.

6 Is floor covering in good condition

7 Is floor surface even?

8 Are non-skid strips on stairs in good condition.

9 Is waste rubbish/cardboard boxes removed daily.

Are washing facilities adequate and maintained

10
to an hygienic standard

ENVIRONMENT

Are all work areas cleaned sufficiently and

1
regularly?
2 Are waste bins routinely emptied?

3 Is waste recycled wherever possible?

Are there sufficient and appropriate containers for
4
waste disposal/ recycling?
Does the lighting appear adequate for the tasks
5
performed?
Is glare & reflection controlled to an acceptable
6
level for the user/'s?
7 Is area lighting steady (i.e. no flickering light)?

Is emergency lighting available in windowless

8
rooms/stair wells?
9 Are all light fittings and switches in good repair?
Does the ventilation appear adequate in all areas
10
and for all tasks performed?
11 Is temperature comfortable?

12 Is the area free from odours?

13 Are the noise levels satisfactorily low?

Are photocopiers located away from personal

14
workstations?

MANUAL HANDLING

Are staff practising correct manual handling

1
procedures?

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 Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

Is there sufficient space to perform all manual

2
handling tasks?
Is equipment/stock in regular use stored between
3
mid thigh and shoulder height?
Are step ladders or foot stools used to access
4
items stored on high shelves
5 Are repetitive operations minimized?

Are trolleys available and used to transport

6
heavy/ large items.

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 INSPECTION CHECKLIST MOTOR VEHICLE

Location of Inspection ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

Inspected by (Print Name):.................................................................................................................................................................................................

Signature:.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Date:............................................................ Area Manager / Supervisor:………………………………………. Time: …………………..….

Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to:

VEHICLE AND DRIVER DETAILS

Is the vehicle serviced within the recommended time?
1
Check the service book.
2 Drivers licence available?
3 Drivers licence valid?
EXTERNAL
No visible vehicle damage, loose fittings, dirty
1
appearance?
2 No visible leaks under the vehicle / on road or driveway?
3 Lights –
i) Tail lights, headlights, reversing lights and indicators
working?
ii) Reflectors in good conditions?
4 Mirrors –
i) Clean and adjusted?
5 Windows - No cracks or scratches?
6 Tyres - Not flat, bald, cut or damaged?
Wipers and washers are in good working order? (front
7
and rear)
INTERNAL
Mobile phone "hands free" kit is in working order or blue
1
tooth available?
2 Brakes - foot and hand brakes working?
3 Horn working?

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 All instruments are operational, gauges working, dash
4
lights working?
5 Steering - smooth, no slack or play?
6 Seat belts - operational?

Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to:

7 Seat Adjustment:
i) Forward / backward correct?
ii) Recline forward / backward correct?
iii) Headrests adjustable?
8 Check air conditioning is working?
9 Spare tyre - not flat, bald, cut or damaged?
Ensure the presence of wheel brace, jack, basic tool kits
10
and vehicle operating manual?
11 First aid kit in vehicle?
i) Is it stocked sufficiently for destination?
STORAGE PRACTICES
1 Are loads secured?
i) Cargo barriers installed at all times?
ii) Sedans - loads safely stored in boot?
GENERAL
Applicable PPE requirements stored and available in
1
vehicle?
i) Hi Visibility Vest?
ii) Reflective Triangle?
iii) Torch?
REGIONAL VEHICLES - ADDITIONAL ITEMS - DRIVER TIME GREATER THAN 4 HOURS
Minimum of 5 litres of clean drinking water per person,
1
per day to be carried in the vehicle for remote travel?
Any additional tool requirements?
i)Air compressor
ii)Shovel
iii) Tow strap, snatch strap, MaxTrax, Exhaust Jack, Hi lift
Jack, hand and/or electric winch.

iv)Satelite Phone
HEALTH AND SAFETY

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 Checklist has been forwarded to the Health and Safety
1
Department?

Where driving long distances, detail:

Destination start point? ………………………………………………………………………… Finish Point? …………………………………………………………………………..

Approximate Kilometres? ………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

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…………………………………………………………………………….

...................................................................................

.................................................................................

Time: …………………..….

Action Status: (Completed

Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

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 Action Status: (Completed
Action Due Date:
Immediately, RMSS nr, SCC nr)

HEALTH AND SAFETY

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? …………………………………………………………………………..

…………………………………………………………………………..
…………………………………………………………………………..

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 WORKPLACE INSPECTION CHECKLIST RECREATIONAL AREAS
Building and Room Number(s):......................... Assessors:.............................................................
Date:......................... Area Manager / Supervisor:……………………………………….

Action Status: (Completed

Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

FIRE SAFETY

Smoke/Heat detectors are present and batteries

1
(if applicable) are charged

Is there an Evacuation Diagram visible in the

area (Highlighting Evacuation and Emergency
2
Procedure i.e. Call 0 000 from an internal phone
or Call 000 from an external or mobile phone)

3 Is the access to all fire fighting equipment clear?

Fire extinguishers have been checked and tag
4
stamped within previous 6 months
5 Are all fire exit routes:

i) clearly signed?

ii) Exit signs lit (where applicable) ?

iii) clear of obstruction?

iv) Not locked

Overhead sprinklers/detectors clear of
6
obstructions, stores etc.
Is there a first aid kit in area if required? Are the
7
contents within expiry dates?
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Has all equipment been tested and tagged
1
according to Curtin Electrical Policy
Does all portable electrical equipment pass a
2
visual inspection?

For those items that are tagged is the tag

3 current? If you answer no highlight in comments
that testing and tagging is due now.

4 Are all leads and flexes:

 i) in good condition?

ii) of appropriate length?

iii) safely positioned or rendered safe? (Power

leads kept clear of floor and out of the way of
trips, hazards and water)
Are there sufficient power sockets for equipment
5
location and usage?

6 Power boards used, not adaptors

Extension leads are used only for temporary
7
power supply
Tags (out of service/danger) used on faulty
8
equipment and available to Staff

HOUSEKEEPING

Are all passages sufficiently wide and clear to

1
allow safe access and egress?
2 Are all work areas kept clean and tidy?

3 Is there sufficient filing and storage space?

4 Are steps provided and kept in a safe condition?

5 Is the floor free of obstructions.

6 Is floor covering in good condition

7 Is floor surface even?

8 Are non-skid strips on stairs in good condition.

9 Is waste rubbish/cardboard boxes removed daily.

Are washing facilities adequate and maintained

10
to an hygienic standard

ENVIRONMENT

3 Is waste recycled wherever possible?

Are there sufficient and appropriate containers for

4
waste disposal/ recycling?
Does the lighting appear adequate for the tasks
5
performed?
Is glare & reflection controlled to an acceptable
6
level for the users?
7 Is area lighting steady (i.e. no flickering light)?
Is emergency lighting available in windowless
8
rooms/stair wells?
9 Are all light fittings and switches in good repair?

Does the ventilation appear adequate in all areas

10
and for all tasks performed?
11 Is temperature comfortable?

12 Is the area free from odours?

13 Are the noise levels satisfactorily low?

Are photocopiers located away from personal

14
workstations?

MANUAL HANDLING

Are staff practising correct manual handling

1
procedures?
Is there sufficient space to perform all manual
2
handling tasks?
Is equipment/stock in regular use stored between
3
mid thigh and shoulder height?
Are step ladders or foot stools used to access
4
items stored on high shelves
5 Are repetitive operations minimized?

Are trolleys available and used to transport

6
heavy/ large items.

RECREATIONAL AREAS
Gymnasium equipment is properly anchored and
1
set up?
Are weights and other free equipment properly
2
racked and stored when not in use?
Is gym equipment in good condition - are cables
3 on apparatus securely attached and in good
condition?
Are goal posts and other supports padded to a
4 height beyond chance of collision? Is padding
thick enough (~60mm)
Are floors and benches free of splinters and
5
projections?
6 Are walls free of projecting objects?

Are locker and shower rooms kept clean and free

7
of slipping or tripping hazards?
 Are lockers in good condition and secured to the
8
floor or wall with no sharp objects?
Adequate supervision is always present when the
9
gym or weight room is in use?
10 Only authorized persons use the gym?
 WORKPLACE INSPECTION CHECKLIST STUDENT ACCOMODATION

Building and Room Number:............................. Assessors:.............................................................

Date:......................... Area Manager / Supervisor:……………………………………….

Action Status: (Completed

Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

FIRE SAFETY

Smoke/Heat detectors are present and batteries

1
(if applicable) are charged

Is there an Evacuation Diagram visible in the

area (Highlighting Evacuation and Emergency
2
Procedure i.e. Call 0 000 from an internal phone
or Call 000 from an external or mobile phone)

3 Is the access to all fire fighting equipment clear?

Fire extinguishers have been checked and tag

4
stamped within previous 6 months
5 Are all fire exit routes:

i) clearly signed?

ii) Exit signs lit (where applicable) ?

iii) clear of obstruction?

iv) Not locked

Overhead sprinklers/detectors clear of

6
obstructions, stores etc.
Is there a first aid kit in area if required? Are the
7
contents within expiry dates?
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Has all equipment been tested and tagged
1
according to Curtin Electrical Policy
Does all portable electrical equipment pass a
2
visual inspection?

For those items that are tagged is the tag

3 current? If you answer no highlight in comments
that testing and tagging is due now.

4 Are all leads and flexes:

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 Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

i) in good condition?

ii) of appropriate length?

iii) safely positioned or rendered safe? (Power

leads kept clear of floor and out of the way of
trips, hazards and water)
Are there sufficient power sockets for equipment
5
location and usage?
6 Power boards used, not adaptors

Extension leads are used only for temporary

7
power supply
Tags (out of service/danger) used on faulty
8
equipment and available to Staff
9 Are emergency stops installed in this area?

Is equipment with exposed belts and fans

10 correctly guarded and inaccessable with out the
use of a tool?

FURNITURE/EQUIPMENT

1 Is all furniture in good repair?

2 Is the furniture provided suitable for the tasks?

Is the chair easily adjusted from a seated

3
position?
Can user get close to the workstation without
4
impediment
5 Is all furniture used, stored and/or located safely?

6 Is a footrest available when needed

Is there sufficient space to house all the
7 equipment required in the area and still able to
use it safely
HOUSEKEEPING
Are all passages sufficiently wide and clear to
1
allow safe access and egress?
2 Are all work areas kept clean and tidy?

3 Is there sufficient filing and storage space?

4 Are steps provided and kept in a safe condition?

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 Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

5 Is the floor free of obstructions.

6 Is floor covering in good condition

7 Is floor surface even?

8 Are non-skid strips on stairs in good condition.

9 Is waste rubbish/cardboard boxes removed daily.

Are washing facilities adequate and maintained

10
to an hygienic standard
ENVIRONMENT
Are all work areas cleaned sufficiently and
1
regularly?
2 Are waste bins routinely emptied?

3 Is waste recycled wherever possible?

Are there sufficient and appropriate containers for
4
waste disposal/ recycling?
Does the lighting appear adequate for the tasks
5
performed?
Is glare & reflection controlled to an acceptable
6
level for the user/'s?
7 Is area lighting steady (i.e. no flickering light)?
Is emergency lighting available in windowless
8
rooms/stair wells?
9 Are all light fittings and switches in good repair?
Does the ventilation appear adequate in all areas
10
and for all tasks performed?
11 Is temperature comfortable?

12 Is the area free from odours?

13 Are the noise levels satisfactorily low?

MANUAL HANDLING

Are students practising correct manual handling

1
procedures?
Is there sufficient space to perform all manual
2
handling tasks?

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 Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

Is equipment/stock in regular use stored between

3
mid thigh and shoulder height?
Are step ladders or foot stools used to access
4
items stored on high shelves
Are trolleys available and used to transport
5
heavy/ large items.

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 WORKPLACE INSPECTION CHECKLIST WORKSHOP AND TRADE AREA
Building and Room Number:............................. Assessors:.............................................................
Date:......................... Area Manager / Supervisor:……………………………………….

Action Status: (Completed

Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

FIRE SAFETY

Fire detectors are present and batteries (if

1
applicable) are charged

Is there an Evacuation Diagram visible in the

area (Highlighting Evacuation and Emergency
2
Procedure i.e. Call 0 000 from an internal phone
or Call 000 from an external or mobile phone)

3 Is the access to all fire fighting equipment clear?

Fire extinguishers have been checked and tag
4
stamped within previous 6 months
5 Are all fire exit routes:

i) clearly signed?

ii) Exit signs lit (where applicable) ?

iii) clear of obstruction?

iv) Not locked

Overhead sprinklers/detectors clear of

6
obstructions, stores etc.
Is there a first aid kit in area if required? Are the
7
contents within expiry dates?

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Has all electrical equipment been tested and

1 tagged in accordance with Curtin's Electrcal
Policy?
Does all portable electrical equipment pass a
2
visual inspection?

For those items that are tagged is the tag

3 current? If you answer no highlight in comments
that testing and tagging is due now.

4 Are all leads and flexes:

i) in good condition?

ii) of appropriate length?

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 Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

iii) safely positioned or rendered safe? (Power

leads kept clear of floor and out of the way of
trips, hazards and water)
Are there sufficient power sockets for equipment
5
location and usage?
6 Power boards used, not adaptors
Extension leads are used only for temporary
7
power supply
Tags (out of service/danger) used on faulty
8
equipment and available to Staff
Are emergency stops installed in this area where
9 needed (fixed plant equipment, reticulated gas or
area emergency stop)

Is equipment with exposed belts and fans

10 correctly guarded and inaccessable with out the
use of a tool?

FURNITURE/EQUIPMENT

1 Is all furniture/ equipment in good repair?

2 Is the equipment provided suitable for the tasks?

Is the chair easily adjusted from a seated

3
position?
Can user get close to the workstation without
4
impediment
Is all equipment used, stored and/or located
5
safely?
6 Is a footrest available when needed
Is the photocopier easily accessible with space to
7
manoeuvre around
8 Is the printer, fax machine etc easily accessible
Is all equipment adequately maintained - are
9
there maintenance records available?
Is there sufficient space to house all the
10 equipment required in the area and still able to
use it safely

HOUSEKEEPING

Are all passages sufficiently wide and clear to

1
allow safe access and egress?
Are all work areas kept clean and tidy wrt health
2
and safety issues?

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 Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

3 Is there sufficient filing and storage space?

4 Are steps provided and kept in a safe condition?

5 Is the floor free of obstructions.

6 Is floor covering in good condition

7 Is floor surface even?

8 Are non-skid strips on stairs in good condition.

9 Is waste rubbish/cardboard boxes removed daily.

Are washing facilities adequate and maintained

10
to an hygienic standard

ENVIRONMENT

Are all work areas cleaned sufficiently and

1
regularly?
2 Are waste bins routinely emptied?

3 Is waste recycled wherever possible?

Are there sufficient and appropriate containers for

4
waste disposal/ recycling?
Does the lighting appear adequate for the tasks
5
performed?
Is glare & reflection controlled to an acceptable
6
level for the user/'s?
7 Is area lighting steady (i.e. no flickering light)?

Is emergency lighting available in windowless

8
rooms/stair wells?
9 Are all light fittings and switches in good repair?
Does the ventilation appear adequate in all areas
10
and for all tasks performed?
11 Is temperature comfortable?

12 Is the area free from odours?

13 Are the noise levels satisfactorily low?

Are photocopiers located away from personal

14
workstations?

MANUAL HANDLING

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 Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

Are staff practising correct manual handling

1
procedures?
Is there sufficient space to perform all manual
2
handling tasks?
Is equipment/stock in regular use stored between
3
mid thigh and shoulder height?
Are step-ladders or foot stools used to access
4
items stored on high shelves?
5 Are repetitive operations minimized?

Are trolleys available and used to transport

6
heavy/ large items.

CHEMICAL SAFETY

Are all chemicals appropriately labelled and

1
stored safely?
Are Material Safety Data Sheets or Chem Alert
2
available and up to date?
3 Is the chemical register up to date?

4 Date of last chemical stock take (if applicable)

Are cleaning Chemicals labelled in accordance to
5
the guidelines?
Are there written procedures for chemical
6
handling, storage and spillage in place?
7 Are staff/students aware of the procedures?

Are staff/students trained in chemical handling

8
and aware of chemical hazards?
9 Are spill kits available and regularly maintained?

Are bunds available and used for storing

10
Hazardous or Dangerous chemical solutions?
Are chemicals stored correctly as per the
11
segregation requirement?
12 Are chemicals disposed of correctly?

Is the chemical disposal register maintained and

13
up to date?
Are there written procedures in place for handling
14
and disposing of chemical waste?
Are there procedures in place for transporting of
15 chemicals and chemical wastes across University
grounds?
Are waste containers labelled with Class
16
Diamonds?

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 Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

Is waste segregated and stored away from

17
drains?
Is regular waste disposal carried out to minimize
18
waste on site?

GASES

1 Are gas cylinders secured adequately?

2 Are gas cylinders inspection dates current?

Are trolleys readily available to move gas

3
cylinders?

GENERAL

1 Is there an eye wash station?

2 Is there an emergency shower?

Run eye wash/ emergency showers to ensure
3
they operate, and clean the pipes (stand clear!)
Have hazards been identified using the plant risk
4
assessment?
Risk assessments completed on Laboratory
5 procedures? Refer to manager/supervisor for
evidence
Are SWP's for plant equipment available and
6
current?
Are Staff/students trained in general laboratory
7
procedures and safe work practices?
8 Warning and Safety signage in place?
Are procedure, plant & equipment manuals
9
current and available?
Are Food & Drink not permitted in work area (and
10
clearly signed)
11 Is enclosed Footwear worn (and signed)
If equipment is left on after hours has a
12
contact/emergency details been provided?
Have staff/students been trained in safe plant
13
use?
14 Is the evacuation plan prominently displayed?

Documented risk assessments completed for

15 Hazardous Substances.Refer to
manager/supervisor for evidence

VENTILATION AND EXTRACTION SYSTEMS

1 Are they kept free of clutter ?

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 Action Status: (Completed
Criteria Yes No N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to: Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)

2 Is the inspection date current? Enter date.

Are there adequate number of extraction systems

3
in the area for the tasks being performed?

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Is PPE provided where necessary and is it

1
appropriate for the task?
2 Is it correctly stored and maintained?

Have the staff/students been trained in the

3
correct usage of PPE?
Are records of training kept? Ie induction
4
orientation to the area
Does the PPE supplied comply with Australian
5
Standards?

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 WORKPLACE INSPECTION CHECKLIST EMERGENCY EYE WASH STATIO
Building and Room Number(s):......................... Assessors:......................................
Date:......................... Area Manager / Supervisor:…………

Criteria Yes No

1 There is unobstructed access to the unit?

2 The maximum travel path to the unit is within 10 seconds or 15 meters?

3 The unit is located on the same level as the hazard?

Where strong acids or corrosives are used, the unit is located immediately
4
adjacent to the to the equipment?
5 The area around the unit is well illuminated?

6 Signage for the unit is highly visible and complies with AS 7010?
Signage indicates when the flushing fluid is time limited (for self contained and
7
supplementary equipment)?
8 The water from the unit is tepid?

9 The flow rate appears correct (from all nozzles, shower heads or sprayers)?

10 The equipment is protected from temperature extremes where required?

The valve operates from the fully closed to fully open position in one second or
11
less?
12 The valve remains open once activated without the use of the users' hands?

13 The actuators are easy to locate and readily accessible?

The nozzles of eye wash station is protected from airborne contaminants (covers
14
in place & these fall off with the water pressure)?
15 The flushing fluid is provided to both eyes and the face simultaneously?
The design of the unit allows for the eyelids to be held open while the eyes are
16
in the flushing stream?
Records indicate that the Unit is activated weekly for long enough to verify that is
17
working correctly?
Supplementary & self contained equipment fluid is monitored for regular
18
replacement?
The Manufacturer has supplied operation, inspection and maintenance
19
instructions ?
Operation, inspection and maintenance instructions are available to maintenance
20
& training personnel?
Instructions and expiration dates are permanently affixed to supplementary and
21
self contained equipment?
Inspection tags and records indicate that performance testing is completed
22
annually or more often (for plumbed in equipment)?
Any staff exposed to hazardous materials are trained in the location & use of the
23
available equipment?
HEALTH AND SAFETY

1 Have all identified issues been actioned by the Health & Safety Representative?
 Have unresolved/ongoing issues been added to the Health and Safety Meeting
2
agenda for consultation and/or escalation?
3 Checklist has been forwarded to the Health and Safety Department?
Manager/Supervisor has been briefed by the SHR on actions required and commits to ensuring that appropiate act
Signature: _________________________

NB: There is no requirement to retrofit current buildings with equipment that meets the current Australian Standard. Should
and/or Business Manager for advice and action.
 RGENCY EYE WASH STATIONS AND SAFETY SHOWERS
essors:.............................................................
Manager / Supervisor:……………………………………….

N/A Comments/Action Required Action Assigned to:

ensuring that appropiate actions are completed within a reasonable timeframe.

nt Australian Standard. Should a risk assessment indicate that new or supplementary equipment is required, please refer to your Health
 Action Status: (Completed
Action Due Date:
Immediately (CI), RMSS # ,SCC #)
pment is required, please refer to your Health and Safety Committee
 WORKPLACE INSPECTION CHECKLIST GENERAL CLEANERS ROOMS
Building and Room Number(s):......................... Assessors:.............................................................
Date:......................... Area Manager / Supervisor:……………………………………….
Criteria Yes No N/A
FIRE SAFETY

Is there an Evacuation Diagram visible in the

area (Highlighting Evacuation and Emergency
1
Procedure i.e. Call 0 000 from an internal phone
or Call 000 from an external or mobile phone)

2 Is there access to all fire fighting equipment

Is there a first aid kit in area if required? Are the
3
contents within expiry dates?

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Has all equipment been tested and tagged

1
according to Curtin Electrical Policy
Does all portable electrical equipment pass a
2
visual inspection?

i) For those items that are tagged is the tag

current? If you answer no highlight in comments
that testing and tagging is due now.

3 Are all leads and flexes:

i) in good condition?
ii) of appropriate length?
Are there sufficient power sockets for equipment
4
location and usage?
5 Power boards used, not adaptors
Extension leads are used only for temporary
6
power supply
Tags (out of service/danger) used on faulty
7
equipment and available to Staff

HOUSEKEEPING
1 Is there adequate signage?
2 Are all work areas kept clean and tidy?
3 Is there sufficient storage space?
i) Are freestanding shelving and cupboards
secure/stable?
ii) Are all items stored appropriately?
4 Is the floor free of obstructions.
5 Is waste rubbish/cardboard boxes removed daily.

Are washing facilities adequate and maintained

6
to an hygienic standard
7 Is there a specific bin for sharps?

8 Is the sharps bin empty regularly?

ENVIRONMENT

Are there sufficient and appropriate containers for

1
waste disposal/ recycling?
Does the lighting appear adequate for the tasks
2
performed?
3 Is area lighting steady (i.e. no flickering light)?

4 Are all light fittings and switches in good repair?

5 Are the noise levels satisfactorily low?

MANUAL HANDLING
Is equipment/stock in regular use stored between
1
mid thigh and shoulder height?
Are trolleys available and used to transport
2
heavy/ large items.
Are step ladders or foot stools used to access
3
items stored on high shelves

CHEMICAL SAFETY
Are all chemicals appropriately labelled and
1
stored safely?
Are Material Safety Data Sheets ready available
2
and up to date?
3 Is the chemical register up to date?

4 Date of last chemical stock take (if applicable)

Are there written procedures for chemical

5
handling, storage and spillage in place?
6 Are staff aware of the procedures?
Are staff trained in chemical handling and aware
7
of chemical hazards?
8 Are spill kits available and regularly maintained?
Are bunds available and used for storing
9
chemical solutions?
Are chemicals correctly segregated by
10
Dangerous Goods Class requirement?
11 Are chemicals disposed of correctly?

Is the chemical disposal register maintained and

12
up to date?
Are there written procedures in place for handling
13
and disposing of chemical waste?
Is waste segregated and stored away from
14
drains?

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Is PPE provided where necessary and is it

1
appropriate for the task?
2 Is it correctly stored and maintained?
Have the staff/students been trained in the
3
correct usage of PPE?
4 Are records of training kept?
Does the PPE supplied comply with Australian
5
Standards?
NERAL CLEANERS ROOMS
essors:.............................................................
a Manager / Supervisor:……………………………………….
Action Action Due
Comments/Action Required
Assigned to: Date:
Action Status: (Completed
Immediately, RMSS nr, SCC nr)