OHS Management of Contractors in Capital Works and Maintenance
General OHS Inspection Checklist
This checklist is included as a guide only and may be modified to suit specific contract requirements
Contract Name:Contract Description:
Works Manager: Date:
Contractor:
Indicate in the following manner: Acceptable Not Acceptable N/A Not Applicable
- Health and Safety Systems
1.1OH&S policy displayed
1.2Accident report book
1.3Induction records
1.4Rehabilitation policy available
1.5Workplace inspection records
1.6Emergency procedures
1.7Training records
1.8Documented safe work procedures
1.9Protective clothing & equipment records
1.10MSDS available
1.11Health & safety systems manual
1.12H&S representatives appointed
1.13Management safety representative appointed
1.14Contract risk assessment available
1.15Contract Health & Safety Co-ordination Plan available
- Housekeeping
2.1Work areas free from rubbish & obstructions
2.2Surfaces safe and suitable
2.3Free from slip/trip hazards
2.4Floor openings covered
2.5Stock/material stored safely
2.6AISLES
2.7Unobstructed and clearly defined
2.8Adequate lighting
2.9Vision at corners
2.10Wide enough
- Electrical
3.1No broken plugs, sockets, switches
3.2No frayed or defective leads
3.3Power tools in good condition
3.4No work near exposed live electrical equipment
3.5Tools and leads inspected and tagged
3.6No strained leads
3.7No cable-trip hazards
3.8Switches/circuits identified
3.9Lock-out procedures/danger tags in place
3.10Earth leakage systems used
3.11Start/stop switches clearly identified
3.12Switchboards secured
3.13Appropriate fire fighting equipment
- Mobile Plant and Equipment
4.1Plant and equipment in good condition
4.2Daily safety inspection procedures/checklists
4.3Fault reporting/rectification system used
4.4Operators trained and licensed
4.5Warning and instructions displayed
4.6Warning lights operational
4.7Reversing alarm operational
4.8Satisfactory operating practices
4.9Fire extinguisher
4.10Tyres satisfactory
4.11SWL of lifting or carrying equipment displayed
- Machinery and Workbenches
5.1Adequate work space
5.2Clean and tidy
5.3Free from excess oil and grease
5.4Adequately guarded
5.5Warnings or instructions displayed
5.6Emergency stops appropriately placed and clearly identifiable
5.7Operated safely and correctly
5.8Workbenches clear of rubbish
5.9Tools in proper place
5.10Duckboards or floor mats provided
- Hazardous Substances
6.1Stored appropriately
6.2Containers labelled correctly
6.3Adequate ventilation/exhaust systems
6.4Protective clothing/equipment available/used
6.5Personal hygiene - dermatitis control
6.6Waste disposal procedures
6.7Material safety data sheets available
6.8Chemical handling procedures followed
6.9Chemical register developed
6.10Appropriate emergency/first aid equipment - shower, eye bath, extinguishers
6.11Hazchem signing displayed
- Welding
7.1Gas bottles securely fixed to trolley
7.2Welding fumes well ventilated
7.3Fire extinguisher near work area
7.4Only flint guns used to light torch
7.5Flash back spark arresters fitted
7.6Vision screens used for electric welding
7.7LPG bottles within year stamp
7.8PPE provided and worn
7.9Hot Work permit system used
- Excavations
8.1Shoring in place and in sound condition
8.2Excavation well secured
8.3Signage displayed
8.4Banks battered correctly and spoil away from edge
8.5Clear and safe access around excavation
8.6Separate access and egress points from excavation
8.7Safe work procedure in place
- Prevention of Falls
9.1All work platforms have secure handrails, guarding or fence panels
9.2Harness and lanyard or belts provided
9.3All floor penetrations covered or barricaded
9.4Unsafe areas signposted and fenced
9.5Safe work procedure in place
- Stairs, steps and landings
10.1No worn or broken steps
10.2Handrails in good repair
10.3Clear of obstructions
10.4Adequate lighting
10.5Emergency lighting
10.6Non-slip treatments/treads in good condition
10.7Kick plates where required
10.8Clear of debris and spills
10.9Used correctly
- Ladders
11.1Ladders in good condition
11.2Ladders not used to support planks for working platforms
11.3Correct angle to structure :
11.4Extended metre above top landing
11.5Straight or extension ladders securely fixed at top
11.6Metal ladders not used near live exposed electrical equipment
- Personal Protection
12.1Employees provided with PPE
12.2PPE being worn by employees
12.3Suncream and sunglasses provided
12.4Correct signage at access points
- Manual Handling
13.1Mechanical aids provided and used
13.2Safe work procedures in place
13.3Manual handling risk assessment performed
13.4Manual handling controls implemented
- Workplace Ergonomics
14.1Workstation and seating design acceptable
14.2Ergonomic factors considered in work layout and task design
14.3Use of excessive force and repetitive movements minimised
14.4Appropriate training provided
- Material Storage
15.1Stacks stable
15.2Heights correct
15.3Sufficient space for moving stock
15.4Material stored in racks/bins
15.5Shelves free of rubbish
15.6Floors around stacks and racks clear
15.7Drums checked
15.8Pallets in good repair
15.9Heavier items stored low
15.10No danger of falling objects
15.11No sharp edges
15.12Safe means of accessing high shelves
15.13Racks clear of lights/sprinklers
- Confined Spaces
16.1Risk assessment undertaken
16.2Communication and rescue plan in place
16.3Safety equipment in good working condition
16.4Suitable training provided to employees
16.5Confined Space permit used
- Lasers
17.1Operator has laser operator licence
17.2Signage displayed
17.3Laser not used in a manner to endanger other persons
- Demolition
18.1Risk assessment undertaken in advance
18.2Access prevented to demolition area
18.3Overhead protection in place
18.4Protection of general public
18.5Safe work procedure in place
- Public Protection
19.1Appropriate barricades, fencing, hoarding, gantry secure and in place
19.2Signage in place
19.3Suitable lighting for public access
19.4Footpaths clean and free from debris
19.5Dust and noise controls in place
19.6Site access controlled
19.7Traffic control procedures in place
19.8Public complaints actioned
- Amenities
20.1Washrooms clean
20.2Toilets clean
20.3Lockers clean
20.4Meal rooms clean and tidy
20.5Rubbish bins available - covered
- First Aid
21.1Cabinets and contents clean and orderly
21.2Stocks meet requirements
21.3First aiders names displayed
21.4First aiders location and phone numbers
21.5Qualified first aider(s)
21.6Record of treatment and of supplies dispensed
- Lighting
22.1Adequate and free from glare
22.2Lighting clean and efficient
22.3Windows clean
22.4No flickering or inoperable lights
22.5Emergency lighting system
- Fire Control
23.1Extinguishers in place
23.2Fire fighting equipment serviced/tagged
23.3Appropriate signing of extinguishers
23.4Extinguishers appropriate to hazard
23.5Emergency exit signage
23.6Exit doors easily opened from inside
23.7Exit path ways clear of obstruction
23.8Alarm/communication system - adequate
23.9Smoking/naked flame restrictions observed
23.10Minimum quantities of flammables at workstation
23.11Flammable storage procedures
23.12Emergency personnel identified and trained
23.13Emergency procedures documented - issued
23.14Emergency telephone numbers displayed
23.15Alarms tested
23.16Trial evacuations conducted
23.17Personnel trained in use of fire fighting equipment
General OHS Inspection Checklist
Version: 08/04/2008 / Page 1 of 5
CRICOS Provider Number 00103D