Maks: workshop inspection checklist 2017
Safety inspection
What does this form include?
This form contains 10 sections:
INFRASTUCTURE
- Can all doors be opened inwards and outward to allow safe exit in an emergency?
- Is there adequate workspace in the workshop for the projects taking place?
- Are floors free of slip and trip hazards?Including oilpower leads, ropes, cablestoolsrubbish, waste, debris, swarf
- Does the workshop floor drain properly?
- Are the work benches and trolleys at a suitable height for working and lifting items?
ELECTRICAL TOOLS AND POWER SUPPLY
- Is all electrical work conducted by a qualified and licenced electrician?
- Are overhead power lines clearly marked and visible/ clear of machinery?
- Are signs in place to locate and identify cables, pipes and other utilities?
- Is all electrical wiring in a conduit if it is at risk of being cut, or struck by a person?
- Are all power tools double insulated?
- Are only heavy duty extension power leads in use?
- Are all electrical tools and leads regularly inspected, tested and tagged?Is a register available and up to date?
- Is an RCD fitted to the electrical circuit board?Is it routinely tested?Do records exist to support routine inspection and testing?
- Are portable electrical tools unplugged and put away when not in use?
- Are all electrical switches and power points undamaged?
- Is the electric power board protected from the weather and water?
- Are outside power points weatherproof?
- Is there any risk of contact between electrical equipment and leads with water?
WORKSHOP EQUIPMENT
- Are welder electrodes and connections in good condition?
- Is ventilation adequate when welding?
- Are protective screens available and used to protect bystanders when welding?
- Are flash guard helmets used and in good condition?
- Are oxyacetylene cylinders used and stored securely and in an upright position?
- Are flash arresters fitted to all oxyacetylene equipment?
- Are pressure gauges on oxyacetylene cylinders in working order and well maintained?
- Are all oxyacetylene hoses and fittings in good condition and free of leaks?
- Are bench grinders securely positioned away from traffic areas?
- Are bench grinder wheels regularly dressed and tool rests correctly adjusted?
- Are bench grinder wheels guarded and eye shields in place?
- Are all other power tool guards in place and well maintained?
- Is the air compressor properly guarded?
- Are all pressure vessels registered, regularly inspected for damage and within cylinder expiry date?
- Is the air compressor located away from work areas to reduced noise?
- Are batteries regularly charged in a well ventilated area away from heat, sparks and flames?
- Are pressure gauges available to correctly inflate tyres?
- Is personal protective equipment PPE for all work, including eye goggles, welding helmet and hearing protection available and worn by staff?
- Is combustible materials stored away from sparks?
- Are exhaust systems on equipment in good order to reduce fumes, emissions and risk of fire?
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
- Does the workshop have an evacuation plan displayed next to exits?
Storage and use of COSHH, OIL, Etc.
- Is any hazardous material left out unsealed, in trays or unauthorised containers?
- Are drums stored stacked and in bunded areas, other than minimum quantities in use?
Traffic management
- Is there safe movement for vehicles entering and leaving the workshop?
- Are pedestrians kept separated from vehicle movement ?
OTHER HAZARDS
- Is a NO SMOKING policy in place, and applied consistently?
- Are adequate amenities available and in working order?Are they regularly cleaned?Do they provide an area that maintains personal dignity in an emergency?Are they sufficient to meet the needs of the maximum number of people on site?
- Do you have a regular system of pest and vermin control?Is a licensed professional engaged for these activities?Is the monitoring and treatment program documented?
Supervisor in charge of workshop
Safety Advisor, John Lawrie.
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