Workplace inspection checklist – asset services
Hs-ips 03-06.02
What does this form include?
This form contains 15 sections:
Prevention of Slips, Trips and Falls
- There are no low level cables and cords in public areas.
- All trip hazards (uneven steps, potholes, etc) are adequately controlled.
- Toilets are free of spills and stored boxes.
Emergency Procedures
- Extinguishers are attached to the wall
- Are hoses wound on the reel
- Hydrants, extinguishers and reels are in good condition and have been serviced in the last 6 months
- Location specific evacuation plans are posted in common areas.
- All egress points from exits are clearly marked and unobstructed
- Exits are clearly marked.
Electricity
- Residual current devices are provided at switchboards, and sockets where necessary.
- Are all cords, cables and extension cords in the base building free from visible wear and tear and damage?
- All appliances in the base building currently tagged?
- Is electrical equipment (in the base building) isolated from elements such as water, sharp edges and cutting devices that can cause shock?
- Combustibles are a minimum of 2m from electrical appliances, switchboards and other electrical equipment
- Access to Switchrooms/boards is restricted.
- Clear spaces are maintained around battery chargers
Hazardous Chemicals
- All hazardous substances stored in the base building are listed in a hazardous chemicals register?
- Safety Data Sheets (SDS's) are available for hazardous chemicals listed on the register (dated within 5 years).
- Hazardous substances are appropriately stored (ie in bunded containers, in appropriately ventilated areas etc)
- Containers labelled correctly
- Test and verify Eye Wash facility in Battery Rooms (Levels 1 & 37) and cooling towers are operational
Fire Control
- Protective caps on fire hydrants and booster connections
- Fire doors free from damage and are closed correctly
- Lightweight construction for a fire safety purpose free from damage (eg, vermiculite coatings on exhausts, fire rated plasterboard)
- No open fire penetrations in fire compartments (eg, floors, walls, ceilings, service risers, etc)
- Alarm/communication system – adequate
- Smoking/naked flame restrictions identified, communicated and observed
- Sprinkler heads are unobstructed (i.e. a minimum of 500mm clearance. A 1m sprinkler head clearance is required for high piled storage. Sprinkler heads are also free of paint and vermin nests.)
- Fire water supply valves are accessible and locked open
Fire Pumps
- Operational
- Set to start automatically
- Have at least 75% fuel supply
- Accessible and clear of combustibles
- Have adequate water supply
- Have adequate fuel in tanks
- Fuel tank and lines are free from damage
Traffic Management
- Line marking and signage is provided.
- Traffic control measures (speed controls, signage and/or speed bumps) are in place.
- Pedestrian safety measures (crossings/signage) are in place.
Plant and Equipment
- Plant and equipment is in good condition
- Warning and instructions displayed where necessary
- Warning lights and emergency stops operational
- Fire fighting equipment available near items of major plant.
- Free from excess oil and grease
- Adequately guarded
Cooling Tower water Treatment
- Is there power supply to water treatment controllers?
- Are the chemical containers empty?
- Are there any water leaks or chemical spills?
Cooling Tower 1 Make up water meter reading
Cooling Tower 2 & 3Make up water meter reading
Cooling Tower 1Bleed water meter reading
Fall Prevention
- Fall prevention equipment (ie anchor points, ladder brackets, safety lines) are inspected annually and in good visual condition.
Housekeeping
- Site is clean, free from rubbish and graffiti
- Toilets, showers and bathrooms are clean and tidy
- There is good ventilation in areas inspected.
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