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Workshop Inspection Checklist - University of Greenwich
Section 1: Inspection
1. Is there enough space to move around safely? (minimum of 11 cubic metres per person)
Yes
No
N/A
2. Is there enough space for storage of materials & equipment? (on shelves, cupboards, benches)
Yes
No
N/A
3. Is there enough clear bench space to use materials & equipment safely?
Yes
No
N/A
4. Are unauthorised people excluded from the workshop?
Yes
No
N/A
5. Are floors in a safe condition? (no cracks, slippery or uneven patches etc)
Yes
No
N/A
6. Are floors free of boxes, swarf, off-cuts & other trip hazards?
Yes
No
N/A
7. Are surfaces clean? (including benches, shelves, equipment)
Yes
No
N/A
8. Are there separate waste bins for General waste?
Yes
No
N/A
9. Are there separate waste bins for Wood dust?
Yes
No
N/A
10. Are there separate waste bins for Sharp waste? (e.g. glass, swarf, metal)
Yes
No
N/A
11. Are there separate waste bins for Are bins emptied often enough?
Yes
No
N/A
12. Is there enough fresh air, without draughts?
Yes
No
N/A
13. Is local exhaust ventilation (LEV) provided to remove fumes & dust? (e.g. wood dust, welding or solder fumes)
Yes
No
N/A
14. Are ventilation systems tested annually? (including fume cupboards & fume hoods)
Yes
No
N/A
15. Is the room temperature comfortable? (at least 16C)
Yes
No
N/A
16. Are windows in clean and safe condition?
Yes
No
N/A
17. Are blinds fitted to reduce glare or temperature?
Yes
No
N/A
18. Is lighting adequate in all areas? (in working order, clean and free of flicker or glare)
Yes
No
N/A
19. Is extra lighting provided for close work where needed?
Yes
No
N/A
20. Are stepladders or footstools used to reach high shelves?
Yes
No
N/A
21. Are heavy & awkward items stored at waist height where possible?
Yes
No
N/A
22. Are lifting aids available for moving heavy or large loads? (manual handling assessments needed for handling heavy or awkward loads)
Yes
No
N/A
23. Are handwashing & drying facilities available in the workshop?
Yes
No
N/A
24. Are there enough toilets for men & women within reasonable distance?
Yes
No
N/A
25. Are toilets & washbasins clean & in working order?
Yes
No
N/A
26. Are hot and cold (or warm) running water, soap and towels (or other cleaning hand/drying facilities) provided in the toilets?
Yes
No
N/A
27. Are staff & students warned & supervised to ensure there is no eating, drinking or smoking in the workshop?
Yes
No
N/A
28. Are rest & eating facilities provided outside the workshop?
Yes
No
N/A
29. Are floor and surfaces clean and tidy?
Yes
No
N/A
30. Is drinking water available?
Yes
No
N/A
31. Are power points & cables a safe distance from wet areas?
Yes
No
N/A
32. Are microwave oven door seals clean & undamaged?
Yes
No
N/A
33. Is the fridge clean & defrosted?
Yes
No
N/A
34. Is a fire blanket provided where electric cookers are used?
Yes
No
N/A
35. Are flammable substances used and stored safely?
Yes
No
N/A
36. Are fire exits and escape routes free of obstructions?
Yes
No
N/A
37. Are fire doors clearly marked and kept closed?
Yes
No
N/A
38. Do fire door closing mechanisms operate properly?
Yes
No
N/A
39. Are vision panels in doors unobstructed?
Yes
No
N/A
40. Are fire extinguishers provided and tested annually? (check last test date on label)
Yes
No
N/A
41. Are up to date fire action notices displayed in offices or corridors? (what to do in event of fire & fire assembly points)
Yes
No
N/A
42. Have fire wardens been appointed and trained for this area?
Yes
No
N/A
43. Can fire alarms be heard in all areas?
Yes
No
N/A
44. Are smoking rules followed?
Yes
No
N/A
45. Is spark proof equipment used if necessary?
Yes
No
N/A
46. Is there access for people with impaired mobility? (e.g. wheelchair users)
Yes
No
N/A
47. Is there access to disabled toilets within reasonable distance?
Yes
No
N/A
48. Do emergency evacuation procedures include people with disabilities? (eg those who have impaired mobility, or can't hear fire alarms or see fire exits)
Yes
No
N/A
49. Are there up-to-date Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPS) for individual staff and students, if necessary?
Yes
No
N/A
50. Are up to date posters displayed with names & locations of trained first aiders?
Yes
No
N/A
51. Are first aid boxes clearly marked & kept fully stocked?
Yes
No
N/A
52. Do staff and students know how to obtain blank copies of the Accident Report Form at all times? (download from H&S pages http://www.gre.ac.uk/policy/safety/policy/arr)
Yes
No
N/A
53. Are up to date hazardous substances risk assessments available in the workshop, for work in progress? (COSHH assessments needed for chemicals with hazard warning labels on container)
Yes
No
N/A
54. Are suitable warning signs in place:
Yes
No
N/A
55. Are all containers correctly labelled? (name of chemical; hazard warnings)
Yes
No
N/A
56. Are incompatible chemicals segregated?
Yes
No
N/A
57. Are corrosive or flammable chemical containers kept in spillage trays?
Yes
No
N/A
58. Are suitable containers used for temporary storage?
Yes
No
N/A
59. Are guards provided to protect against splashes?
Yes
No
N/A
60. Is cutting oil & coolant regularly changed, according to manufacturer's instructions?
Yes
No
N/A
61. Is protective clothing worn properly & in good condition?
Yes
No
N/A
62. Is suitable eye protection worn if needed? (e.g. face shield; goggles; safety glasses)
Yes
No
N/A
63. Are suitable gloves worn if needed? (against sharp objects, chemicals, heat or sparks etc)
Yes
No
N/A
64. Is respiratory protection suitable & worn if needed? (e.g. respirators; air-fed helmets)
Yes
No
N/A
65. Is all PPE stored in a clean, uncontaminated area?
Yes
No
N/A
66. Is suitable PPE available for emergency use? (e.g. chemical spillages or radioactive contamination)
Yes
No
N/A
67. Are furniture & fittings in good condition? (e.g. chairs, desks, shelving etc.)
Yes
No
N/A