WorkplaceInspection 4

(Cold rooms and Thermal Chambers)

Building / Room number(s) and name(s)
Department/Faculty
Inspection date / Date of report
Inspection team: / 1 / 2 / 3
Minimum of two people:- Safety coordinator /Technician/Manager /Union Representative

Instructions:

  • This inspection form applies to areas such as; lecture theatres, teaching rooms, libraries, offices, staff kitchens and common rooms, corridors and reception spaces. Use Workplace Inspection Checklist 2 for Laboratories, science stores etc,Workplace Inspection Checklist 3 for Workshops and

Studiosand Workplace Inspection Checklist 4 for Cold rooms, tissue laboratories etc.

  • If the item is not relevant for that particular area, write NA (Not Applicable) in the ‘check’ box.
  • If there are no problems under a particular item, tick the ‘check’ box ().
  • If there is a problem, put a cross in the ‘check’ box (X) and in ‘Comments’ a brief description what is wrong
  • If you do sort it out immediately, still describe the problem and what you did and tick the relevant box if further action is required
  • After the inspection, send the checklist to your Line Manager/safety coordinator, who will track the actions and send a copy to the K Drive – Health & Safety Coordinators section.

Item / No Action
Green / Action
Amber / Urgent Action
Red / Comments
General
1 / The area is tidy and the floor free of clutter
2 / Walkways are clear of obstructions and trip hazards (e.g. cables, boxes etc)
3 / Laboratory entrance has suitable signage is in place
4 / Emergency eyewash bottles are available, clearly visible and in date
5 / Emergency shower (if available) is functional and serviced regularly
6 / Lighting is adequate and operational Suitable for the tasks being undertaken
7 / Benches are clear of clutter and clean
8 / First aid notices are displayed and visible
9 / First aid notices are displayed and visible
Oxygen deficient atmospheres / No Action
Green / Action
Amber / Urgent Action
Red / Comments
10 / Is there adequate ventilation
11 / Ventilation/air conditioning systems are working as designed
12 / Ventilation/air conditioning systems regularly maintained and regularly inspected
13 / Has the atmospheric oxygen shift following maximum spillage been determined
14 / Is there a designated contact person in the case of emergencies
15 / Personal protective equipment (face visor, RPE, gloves and safety boots/shoes) is available and used as necessary
16 / Number of air changes per hour:
a) normal cycle ___/hr
b) emergency cycle ___/hr
17 / If necessary, is there a warning device in case of:
a) oxygen enrichment/deficiency
b) failure of ventilation
18 / Is there a written emergency procedure
19 / Is the room restricted to trained/authorised users?
20 / Up to date first aider notice is displayed
21 / First aid kit is available in the vicinity
Refrigerated areas and cold rooms / No Action
Green / Action
Amber / Urgent Action
Red / Comments
22 / Warning signs are present on entrance doors to the area
23 / Clear conspicuous signs are to be prominently displayed at the cold store entrance door indicating NO UNAUTHORISED ENTRY.
24 / Correct personal protective equipment (P.P.E), coat, safety goggles and gloves) is being used as intended
25 / The access door is to be capable of being opened from both inside and outside.
26 / Is an alarm light, buzzer or bell, audible or visible from outside the refrigeratedspace is to be provided.
27 / Does it have a battery backup to ensure operation inthe event of mains/circuit failure?
28 / Is the alarm sounder clearly distinguishable from the fire alarm andappropriately labelled; with the label sited in a conspicuous position adjacentto the sounder.
29 / Is Battery-operated emergency lighting to BS 5266-1:2011 standard
30 / Is an independent light provided within the space, which cannot be switched off from outside.
31 / Is a lamp indicating the internal light is on, or offprovided outside the refrigerated space.
32 / Is an easily read temperature indicator, on an exterior wall in a position where itcan be clearly seen and the temperature sensitiveelement located inside the cold room
33 / Regular cleaning is carried out and the refrigerator / cold room is routinely disinfected to guard against formation of mould and fungi
Oxygen enriched atmospheres/Hypoxic Chambers / No Action
Green / Action
Amber / Urgent Action
Red / Comments
34 / Is the chamber on a regular maintenance scheme
35 / Viewing panels kept clear and room occupants visible
36 / Ventilation/air conditioning systems are working as designed
37 / Ventilation/air conditioning systems regularly maintained and regularly inspected
38 / Has the atmospheric oxygen shift following maximum spillage been determined
39 / Is there a designated contact person in the case of emergencies
40 / Personal protective equipment (face visor, RPE, gloves and safety boots/shoes) is available and used as necessary
41 / Number of air changes per hour:
a) normal cycle ___/hr
b) emergency cycle ___/hr
42 / If necessary, is there a warning device in case of:
a) oxygen enrichment/deficiency
b) failure of ventilation
43 / Is there a written emergency procedure
44 / Is the room restricted to trained/authorised users?

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