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Checklists for inspecting the workplace
Using this document
WorkSafe has produced checklists to assist you in inspecting your workplace for hazards.
Although the checklists do not cover all the requirements under workplace safety and health laws,
they will give you a better idea of whether your workplace meets basic standards of safety. They will
also assist in laying the foundation for a safety and health management system in your workplace.
Most of the checklists included in this document will be relevant across most industries, however
industry specific checklist are available from the WorkSafe website:www.worksafe.wa.gov.aupublicationschecklists
In this document you will find:
Chemicals and harmful substances;
Electricity
Health topics
- Manual tasks - lifting;
- Slips and trips;
- Violence, aggression and bullying
Human factors;
- Evacuation;
- New and young workers;
New and young workers safety induction;
Work experience;
- Managing contract and transient workers;
Machinery and plant;
- Forklifts;
- Guarding;- Machinery and plant
Noise
Work practices
- Confined space;
- Working at heights;
- Working alone
OSH system checklist
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Chemicals and harmful substances - safety checklist
check yes no n/aCorrect use of chemicals and harmful substances ispart of induction
All people who may be exposed to chemicals andharmful substances have been given information,instruction and training
Records of training include: health effects,controls, safe work methods and personalprotective equipment/clothing
There is a complete easy to find and readlist/register of all chemicals used
There is an up to date MSDS for each hazardoussubstance in the workplace
MSDS are available for workers reference andincluded in the hazardous substances register
Original containers have the manufacturer's label
Decanted containers are labelled with name, riskand safety instructions
A risk assessment has been completed for allchemicals and harmful substances stored andused at the workplace
The risk assessment is recorded in the list/register
Risk assessment reports are available where risksare significant
Actions have been taken to control risks.
The hierarchy of controls has been consideredwhen reducing riskcontrols such as eliminatingthe chemical, choosing a safer one or usingventilation near the work are used where possible
Controls are inspected and maintained (eg air flowchecked in ventilation systems)
There are appropriate first aid and emergencyfacilities and workers are aware of them
Where there is a risk from lead, isocyanates,asbestos, organophosphate insecticides and otherscheduled chemical, a doctor has been appointedto monitor the health status of workers.
Other sources of
information:
The Occupational Safety and
Health Regulations Spray painting-Code of practice
StyreneCode of practice
OSH management andcontaminated sites-Guidancenote
Prevention of carbon monoxidepoisoning-Guidance note
Soldering in the workplace-rosin fluxes-Guidance note
Safe use of chemicals in thewoodworking industry-Guidance note
Controlling hazards in theelectroplating industry-Guidance note
Controlling isocyanate hazardsat work-Guidance note
Material safety data sheets(MSDS)-Guidance note
National Code of PracticeSynthetic Mineral Fibres
National Code of PracticeInorganic Lead at Work
National Code of Practice
Scheduled CarcinogenicSubstances
National Code of Practice -Control of HazardousSubstances
National Code of PracticeLabelling of WorkplaceSubstance
National Code of PracticeEthylene Oxide in Sterilisation
National Code of Practice forthe Safe Use of Vinyl Chloride
National Guidance Note
Assessing risks of hazardoussubstances
National Guidance NoteWorkplace hazardoussubstance in retail
National Guidance NoteExposure standards
WorkSafe website
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au.
Chemicals and harmful substances
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Electricity safety checklist
check yes no n/a
Electrical safety is part of induction
People working with electricity have been giveninformation, instruction and training
There is a maintenance program in place forelectrical installations
Electrical equipment has been tested
Residual current devices (RCD) are installed atswitchboards or into fixed sockets
Portable electrical equipment is protected byRCDs
The RCD device is labelled and has been testedFlexible cord connections have either moulded ortransparent type plugs
Plugs, sockets and extension leads are in goodcondition
Flexible cords are protected from water, beingdamaged or cut
Switchboards are labelled correctly and protectedfrom damage
Light fittings are suitable for the location andprotected from breakage
Power points are suitable for the location and arepositioned safely
Safety procedures are in place for workersworking near overhead power lines
Machinery has been identified that may exposeworkers to electrical risk
Site power been connected when construction sitework has reached plate height
Cords are of suitable length for the intended use
There are no double adaptors or three-pin plugadaptors in use
Electrical installations are protected from damagethat would increase the risk of electrical shock or
firePortable cable stands are used when required
On construction and demolition sites also check:
Portable electrical equipment has been tagged
There is a record of previous testing
All final sub-circuits, socket outlets, portablegenerators and equipment are protected by RCDs
No aerial cables are fixed or attached toscaffolding
Other sources ofinformation:
The Occupational Safety
and Health Regulations
WorkSafe websitewww.worksafe.wa.gov.au
Electricity
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Slips and trips - safety checklist
Significant hazards have been identified andassessed
yes no n/a
The assessments have evaluated all the riskfactors that contribute to the hazard
All control measures been implemented andmaintained to eliminate or reduce risk
All slips, trips and falls-related incidents beenadequately investigated and all controls reviewedafter incidents occur
Information, instruction and training on slip, tripand fall hazards has been provided as part ofinduction and ongoing as required
Floor surfaces are slip resistant
Walkways are free of obstruction and trip hazards,such as electrical leads and hoses
There is a clean as you go policy to ensure spillsare attended to immediately
There are special provisions for drainage and slipresistance in wet areas such as kitchens,bathrooms, hotel/pub bars wet areas
Floor surfaces are maintained and in goodcondition
Warning signs are erected near spills
Pathway accesses to and from work areas arekept free of obstacles
Guard rails or other safety guards are provided onramps and stairs
There is adequate lighting
Appropriate personal protective clothing, such asslip resistant footwear, is provided
There are ramps in areas where the height of floorlevels change and trolley access is required orwhere items are carried regularly
Unstable and loose floor surfaces are improved
Walking variation and step delineation andmarkings are clear
Ladders and steps in use are designed and usedsafely
Other sources ofinformation:
The Occupational Safety andHealth Regulations
WorkSafe websitewww.worksafe.wa.gov.au.
Slips trips and falls
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Violence and aggression -safetychecklist
check yes no n/a
Workers have received information, instructionand training in relation to dealing with violenceand aggression (including hold ups, cashhandling, difficult customers)
Systems are in place to identify potentiallyaggressive customers
Procedures are in place in relation to violenceand aggression
Workers are trained in recognition of,communication for and management ofaggressive behaviour
Procedures are in place in relation to cash
handling
Procedures are in place in relation to hold-ups(including post-hold up procedures)
Procedures are in place to ensure timely andappropriate counselling is provided to workersfollowing a violent/ aggressive incident
An adequate number of security staff is provided(where applicable)
Security staff are adequately trained
Staff are escorted to car after evening shifts,
where applicable
Bullying -safetychecklist
check yes no n/a
Workers have received information, instructionand training in relation to responding tounresolved conflict or unreasonable behaviour,
including how to report incidents.Systems are in place to identify bullying hazardsearly (including gathering trends on sick leave,turnover, workers compensation, etc.)
Systems are in place to investigate claims ofbullying or unresolved conflict in a timely manner
Procedures are in place to assist in conflictresolution and grievance resolution
Managers have received sufficient training toenable them to resolve conflicts promptly andeffectively
Other sources ofinformation:
Code of practice Violenceaggression and bullying at
work
Guidance note: Dealingwith bullying at work
Armed hold-ups and cashhandling
WorkSafe website
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au
Violence, aggression and bullying
Other sources of
information:
Code of practice Violenceaggression and bullying atwork
Guidance note: Dealingwith bullying at work
WorkSafe websitewww.worksafe.wa.gov.au
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Evacuation safety checklist
check yes no n/a
An evacuation procedure to be followed in the eventof a fire or other emergency is provided
The evacuation procedure and a diagram of theworkplace (showing the exits) are displayed in aprominent location
Emergency egress enables safe egress in eventof an emergency (eg. doors are not obstructed)
Exit signs have been provided and are maintained
Portable fire extinguishers have been providedand maintained
A fire blanket is available where applicable
An adequately stocked first aid kit is provided at acentral location
An adequate number of people have been trainedin first aid, having regard to the types of hazardsand number of people in the workplace
Procedures are in place for isolated workers(means of communication are available andprocedures for regular contact are in place)
Other sources ofinformation:
The Occupational Safety
and Health Regulations
Guidance note:Preparing for emergencyevacuation
WorkSafe website
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au
EvacuationHuman factors
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New and young workers safety checklist
Check yes no n/a
Induction trainingHas the new/young worker been shownaround the workplace?
Has the new/young worker been introducedto key people (supervisor/manager, first aidofficer and safety and health representative (ifany) etc)?
Do new/young worker have their duties andresponsibilities explained?
Has the new/young worker been providedwith specific OSH information such as policiesand procedures on:
Safe systems of work relating tospecific hazards, eg: lifting, slips,
trips and falls, operation ofmachinery or equipment, chemicalsafety (MSDS). etc
Consultation and communication
Hazard and injury reporting includingreporting of hazards, injuries andnear misses
First aid, fire safety and otheremergencies
Do you have an anti harassment, bullyingand workplace violence policy, and havenew/young workers been made aware of it?
Consultation and communication
Do the new/young workers know how toreport injuries and hazards, including faultyequipment or unsafe working conditions?
Are the new/young workers involved inhazard identification, risk assessment andcontrol of hazards in the workplace?
Do new/young workers know who their safetyand health representative (if any) is and whattheir role is?
On the job training
Is on the job specific training provided to
new/young workers for each new task?
Is the job explained in detail, including clearinstructions for each task?
Are new and young workers shown/told:
how to operate equipment/plant?
the hazards and control methods?
how to use and maintain personalprotective equipment?
the maintenance requirements andwho has responsibility?
Is the new/young workers understandingassessed before commencing the task?
New and youngworkers
All workers who are newto the job are at risk ofinjury, with young peopleaged 15 to 19 the mostlikely to be hurt.
When assessing risks toyoung people, specialfactors to consider are:
the size of the personand their level ofphysical maturity;
their generalbehaviour andpsychologicalmaturity;
their work experienceand training;
their ability to makemature judgementsabout their own safetyand the safety ofothers; and
their ability to cope
with unexpected,stressful situations.
Use the safety inductionchecklist to ensure yournew and young workersare familiar with safetyprocedures. The accessmovement and safety ofvisitors must also beconsidered.
Further information onvulnerable workers is
available on theWorkSafe website.
New and young workers
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Are the new/young workers provided withopportunities to ask questions?
Is there a buddy system in place for new / youngworkers?
Supervision
Are managers/supervisors aware ofnew/young workers vulnerabilities?
Are supervisors aware of job requirementsincluding risks to new and young workers?
Are supervisors available to answer questions?
Are work practices of new/young workersmonitored?
Are unsafe work practices corrected immediately?
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New workers safety induction checklistName:
Position:
Date of commencement:
Location:
Name of person providing the induction:
Check yes no n/a
Explain work tasks
Tour of sections
Explain
OSH policy
Duty of care employer and employees
Consultation: OSH committee and SH
Reps Safe work procedures and instructions
Issue resolution procedure
Hazard reporting procedure
Injury/incident reporting procedure
Injury management policy and guidelines
Emergency procedures
Manual handling procedures
Hazardous substances procedures
Machinery safety procedures
Working from height procedures Slips and trips prevention
Electrical safety
Permit to work
The use storage and maintenance ofpersonal protective equipment andclothing
Vehicle safety
Safety procedures for working on theside of the road
Procedures for good housekeeping
Safety signage
Procedures for working outside such asskin protection
Smoke free workplace
Alcohol and other drugs at the workplace
Compensation claims process andrehabilitation
Provide locker, personal protectiveequipment, tools as required
Schedule of follow-up training
Supervision to ensure that workers arefollowing safety instructions
Name of manager/supervisor: signed: date:Name of new employee: signed: date:
New workers safety induction
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Work experience checklistCheck yes no n/a
Has someone been appointed to be inoverall charge of young workers,
including those on work experienceplacements?
Where students are on a workexperience placement, has effectiveliaison been established with theplacement organisers, includingarrangements for regular monitoring andreporting of accidents/ incidents/illhealth?
Have 'suitable and sufficient' riskassessments been carried out?
Have any additional control measuresrequired for young people been clearly
identified?Have risk assessments taken account ofany special health and safety needswhich young workers may have as aresult, for example, of any physical andlearning disabilities, or health issuessuch as allergies, asthma and respiratoryproblems, heart disease, diabetes, colourblindness or use of prescriptionmedicines?
Have work activities which young peopleshould be prohibited from undertakingbeen clearly identified?
Have necessary steps been taken toisolate or make safe dangerous tools,plant, equipment or substances?
Have any necessary arrangements forpersonal safety and freedom fromharassment and bullying beenconsidered?
Have parents or guardians beeninformed of risks and control measures?
Have arrangements been made forappropriate supervision and inductiontraining?
Have work tasks for young people beenproperly defined and explained? Doyoung people understand what isrequired of them in order to protect theirown safety and health and that of others?
Have young workers been provided withappropriate information about hazards,risks and precautions?
Young workers
All workers who are newto the job are at risk of
injury, with young peopleaged 15 to 19 the mostlikely to be hurt.
When assessing risks toyoung people, specialfactors to consider are:
the size of the personand their level ofphysical maturity;
their generalbehaviour andpsychological
maturity; their work experience
and training;
their ability to makemature judgementsabout their own safetyand the safety ofothers; and
their ability to copewith unexpected,
stressful situations.
Use the safety inductionchecklist to ensure youryoung workers are familiarwith safety procedures.
Further information on
vulnerable workers is
available on the
WorkSafe website.
New workers - Work experience
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Managing contractors and transient workers:safety checklist
check yes no n/a
Does your OHS policy include contractorresponsibilities?
Is health and safety a key criterion in the selectionof contractors?
Do you take steps to ensure contractors arecompetent in health and safety?
Do you discuss and agree the job withcontractors? Are your requirements and thecontractors responsibilities for health and safety inwriting?
Are contractors made aware of your safe workprocedures in advance?
Do you ask for safe work method statements?
Do you conduct a risk assessment for the workwith the contractor?
Do contractors sign in and out? Do you alwaysknow where they are?
Are contractors given site information beforestarting the job?
Do you go through the job before allowing work tostart?
Do you check on progress with the job and thatthe contractors are working safely?
Do you keep all the workforce informed on safetyand health issues?
Do you take appropriate action if contractors arenot working safely?
Do you check on contractors arrangements forsupervision of their workers?
Do you tell contractors to report allincidents/accidents?
If the contractor sends different staff will youknow?
When a job is finished, do you review how it went,including the health and safety performance of thecontractor?
Other sources ofinformation:
The Occupational Safety
and Health Regulations Bulletin: Agents providing
workers Labour hire
Labour hire industry andduty of care
WorkSafe website
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au
Managing contractors and transient workers
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Forklifts safety checklistcheck yes no n/a
Maintenance record must indicate any maintenance,inspection, commissioning and alterations
Records are kept of alterations, regular
inspections and maintenance, particularly brakes,steering, hydraulics, tyres.
Operator is 18 years or older
Operator is trained in accordance with nationalstandards for high risk work and has a current licence
Forklift is in good working order, with fittings asrequired by law
Pre-operational checks are conducted of:
Roll over protection
Falling object protection
Seat
Seat belt
Lights
Steering
Controls
Horn
Gas cylinder
Warning signs (decals)
Brakes
Mast
Reverse alarms
Chains
Tynes
Hoses
Counterweight
Capacity chart is legible, applies to forklift, isamended for attachments and displays the loadlimits for that forklift
Operators manual is legible, accessible, appliesto forklift and has detail as per manufacturersspecifications
Work is organised for the safety of the operator
and othersChecks are made of:
Work surface
Ramps
Loading docks
Signs
Hazardous areas
Control of traffic
Control of pedestrians
Unless otherwise instructed, keys are not left inunattended forklift to prevent unauthorised use
Controls are labelled
Other sources of
information:
The Occupational Safetyand Health Regulations
Guidance note: Workingsafely with forklifts
Guidance note Safe
movement of vehicles
Guide: Forklift safety
WorkSafe website
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au
ForkliftsPlant and machiner
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Guarding safety checklist
check yes no n/a
Are operators and maintenance personnelproperly trained, familiar with the operation andset up of machinery and able to demonstratesafety features?Where fixed guards are provided, are they ofsubstantial construction, and secured into positionwhile machinery is in operation?
Where interlocking guards are provided, do theyprevent operation of the machinery when open,and are the guards prevented from opening whilethe machinery is in operation?
Where a presence sensing system is used, does itoperate as intended and stop the machinery when
the light beams or sensors are interrupted?
Do guards protect against hazards to the rear andsides of machinery?
Are pre-operational checks conducted to ensuresafety features are in working order?
Are appropriate isolation procedures provided formaintenance?
Are manufacturer's manuals available andunderstood by operators?
Are machine controls protected to prevent
unintentional operation, clearly marked and withineasy reach of the operator?
Are warning signs and decals clearly visible?
Where it is not practical to provide guarding andpeople are required to operate or pass close todangerous moving parts, is a safe system of workin place to reduce risk?
Is it practical to provide a higher level of guardingthan currently provided?
Other sources of
information:
The Occupational Safetyand Health Regulations1996
Code of practice: Safe
guarding of machineryand plant;
Guidance note: Isolationof plant
Guidance note: Safe useof woodworkingmachinery
Machinery andequipment safety Anintroduction
WorkSafe website
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au
Guarding
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Plant and machinery safety checklist
check yes no n/a
Safe work procedures are provided anddocumented to use and maintain machinery
Mobile plant has been maintained eg. vans and forklifts
Records are kept of maintenance, alterations andinspections
Plant is registered where necessary
Manufacturers manuals and operator instructionsare readily available
Load chart /rated capacity is provided and legibleMobile plant is in good working order (seat, lights,steering, controls, horn, tyres, gas cylinder, warningsignals, brakes, mast, chains, hoses,counterweight, control labels, tynes)
Seatbelt, rollover protection (ROPS) and fallprotection (FOPS) are provided where required
Pre-start safety check of mobile plant is carried outin accordance to manufactures instructions
Forklift operators hold a high risk work licence forforklift operation and have reached 18 years of age
Operators hold proper certification and there is
evidence of training and instruction on operating plant.
Every dangerous part of fixed, mobile or handheldpowered plant (machinery) is securely guarded orfenced to prevent injury
Work area is organised for the safety of the mobileplant operator and pedestrians
The work area is controlled for hazards ramps slopes uneven ground power lines excavations ground/surface loading units
People are provided with safe access that issuitable for the work they perform in, on andaround machinery and equipment
Keys are not left behind in unattended mobile plant
Quad bike helmets are provided and worn
Other personal protective equipment is provided asnecessary ie high visibility clothing
Where applicable, a noise assessment has beenconducted and control measures have been implemented
Steam and hot water pipes are insulated
Other sources of
information:
The Occupational Safety
and Health Regulations1996
Code of practice: Safeguarding of machineryand plant;
Guidance note: Isolationof plant
Guidance note: Safe useof woodworkingmachinery
Machinery andequipment safety An
introductionWorkSafe website
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au
Plant and machinery
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Noise safety checklist
Check yes no n/a
Identification of noise hazards
Is there a noise hazard at the workplace? eg need toraise voice to speak with someone 1m away, very loudimpact noises.
Have there been any workers compensation claims forhearing loss?
Noise risk assessment
Has a noise risk assessment been carried out by acompetent person?
Any workers exposed above the exposure standard?
Is the noise risk assessment current? ie less than 5years ago and noise exposure has not substantiallychanged since.
Hazard Controls
Is the hierarchy of controls used? elimination,substitution (buy quiet policy), isolation, engineering(at source where practical or otherwise in noisetransmission path), administrative.
Are noise sources and noise controls maintained so asto minimise noise?
Personal hearing protectors
Are compliant hearing protectors supplied to andcorrectly worn by workers who may be exposed to anoise hazard?
Are hearing protector areas signed in accordance withAustralian Standard AS1319?Are workers trained in fitting, use, selection,maintenance, replacement and storage of hearingprotectors?
Information and training
Are information & training on noise hazards, effects andcontrols provided?
Hearing tests
Is an audiometric testing program made available to
workers exposed above the exposure standard?
Are appropriate actions taken if hearing loss is found tooccur?
Noise Levels andExposure TimesEquivalentto the ExposureStandard
Noise LeveldB(A)
ExposureTime
82 12 hours
85 8 hours
88 4 hours
91 2 hours
94 1 hour
97 30 min
100 15 min
103 7.5 min
106 3.75 min
Other sources ofinformation:
Code of practice
Managing noise atworkplaces
Code of practice Control ofnoise in the musicentertainment industry
WorkSafe website
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au
Noise
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Confined space checklist
check yes no n/a
Are people required to enter into a confined space forwork purposes?
Has the confined space entry point been designed toreduce the risk of injury ie safe access, entry and exit?
Is the work being done in the confined space compliantwith Australian Standard AS 2865 requirements?
When people enter a confined space is there anotherperson present in the immediate vicinity outside theconfined space?
Have the people who supervise, enter, work near,
purchase or maintain equipment, are likely or could beinvolved in any rescue or first aid procedure, receivedtraining on confine space entry in accordance withAustralian Standard AS2865.
Confined space training includes:
hazards in confined spaces; assessment procedures; control measures; emergency procedures; and selection fit storage, use and maintenance of
safety equipment.
Is there adequate lighting for the type of work beendone and the location?
Are work practices arranged so that workers areprotected from extremes of heat and cold?
Are confined spaces monitored for hazards such asfumes?
Has a documented risk assessment been carried outand completed and permit for entry been endorsed?Risk assessment MUST comply to Australian Standard
AS 2865 requirements?
Other sources ofinformation:
The Occupational Safetyand Health Regulations1996
WorkSafe website
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au
Work practices
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Working alone safety checklist
check yes no n/a
A risk assessment has been undertaken coveringissues such as length of time the person isworking alone, time of day, location and the natureof the work.
Identified hazards have been eliminated oradequately controlled
The person working alone has been provided withadequate information and instruction to be able towork safely.
There is a system in place for communication withworkers working alone
The system ensures that workers have means ofcommunicating in the event of emergency (egmobile phones, duress alarms)
If the means of communication is vehicle based,the system covers the person when they are awayfrom the vehicle
The system requires regular contact to bemaintained with workers to ensure safety andsupervision
The employer has knowledge of the location of allworkers at all times during work shifts
The worker is provided with emergency supplies
such as adequate drinking water and first aidequipment.
Machinery and equipment is regularly maintained.
Other sources ofinformation:
The Occupational Safetyand Health Regulations1996
Guidance note: Workingalone
Bulletin: Travelling inremote locations
WorkSafe website
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au
Working alone
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Working at heights safety checklist
check yes no n/a
Where relevant, working at heights is part ofinduction
People working at heights have been giveninformation, instruction and training
Workers are supervised to ensure that safe workpractices are in place
Work areas are clear of protruding objects, water,vehicles and people
Hand rails on stairs are secure and steps are wellmaintained
All work areas are free from obstructions
Walkways, corridors and stairs are free fromobstructions
Ladders are in good condition and are secure andfixed firmly in place
High ladders have fall-back protection
Mechanical lifts are safe
Mezzanine floors have safe access and fallprotection, such as handrails
Fall arrest systems, such as harnesses, are inplace
Safer, alternative ways to do the work have beenconsidered
Potential existing hazards have been identified
The risks of anyone falling from heights have beenassessed
Practical steps have been taken to prevent falls
Other sources of
information:
The Occupational Safetyand Health Regulations
Code of practice:Prevention of falls
Guidance note: Fall
prevention for scaffoldersWorkSafe website
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au
Working at height
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OSH System Checklist
Do you have More information
An OSH policy Yes No N/A
SafetyLine magazine Small Business April 07 More detailed information - WorkSafe Plan
Elected safety and healthrepresentatives and/or anOSH committee
Yes No N/A
Safety and health representatives frequently asked questions
More detailed information- Guidance Note: Formal consultative processes at the workplace- SafetyLine Institute Readings:
Safety and health committees; Safety and health representatives
Hazard identificationchecklists and riskassessment tools
Yes No N/A
The First StepSafety topics area of the website
More detailed informationSafetyLine Institute Reading: Inspections, checklists and procedure audits
Hazardous substancesregister and Material SafetyData Sheets (MSDS) for all
chemicals
Yes No N/A
The First Step
More detailed information- Guidance note: Provision of information on hazardous substances at workplaces,
MSDSs
- SafetyLine Institute Readings: Material Safety Data Sheets; Hazardous substancesmanagement; Identification of hazardous substances in the workplace
Hazard report formYes No N/A
The First Step
Accident / incident reportform
Yes No N/A
The First Step
More detailed information- Bulletins: Tips for investigating accidents and incidents 2/2007- SafetyLine Institute Readings: Accident recording and analyisise
Access to the WorkSafeSmall Business Assistanceprogram
Yes No N/A
Free independent consultation service for businesses with 20 or less full time employees. Formore information contact WorkSafe on 9327 8777 or visit our website at:www.worksafe.wa.gov.au
An induction programYes No N/A
The First Step
SmartMove website education package
New to the Job induction DVD available from WorkSafe and on SmartMove More detailed information - SafetyLine Institute Readings: Induction/on the job training
Emergency and first aidprocedures
Yes No N/A
Code of Practice: First aid, workplace amenities and PPE
Guidance note: Preparing for emergency evacuations in the workplace More detailed information - SafetyLine Institute Readings: Emergency workplace
evacuations; Workplace first aid
A violence and bullying atwork policy and procedures
Yes No N/A
Guidance note: Dealing with bullying in the workplace: a guide for workers More detailed information - Code of practice: Violence, aggression and bullying
A resolution of issuesprocedure/grievanceprocedure
Yes No N/A
The Occupational Safety and Health Act Section 24. Available:www.slp.wa.gov.auGuidance Note: Formal consultative processes at the workplace
Ongoing training in OSHand a way to record trainingundertaken across the
organisation
Yes No N/A
In addition to inductions and initial training, training should occur when there is a new task isintroduced to a worker and to refresh a workers skills and knowledge.
WorkSafe Community Education Officers may be available to give free presentations at your
workplace on safety issues for groups of more than 10 people. Community Education Officersare not able to conduct in-depth training courses. For more information [email protected] phone WorkSafe on 9327 8777.
Processes to managecontractors and labour hirearrangements
Yes No N/A
Bulletins: Labour hire industry and duty of care 6/2005Host employers / clients 6/2006Agents providing workers to clients 7/2006
More detailed information Guidance Note: General duty of care in Western Australian workplaces
An ongoing plan to monitorand improve OSH in yourworkplace
Yes No N/A
The WorkSafe Plan
Access for workers to OSHinformation
Yes No N/A
www.worksafe.wa.gov.au Contact the WorkSafe Library on 9327 8777
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OSH system checklist
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