Workplace Inspection Checklist for Hospitals

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STAIRWAYS
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Free of obstacles
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Step surfaces slippery
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Carpet intact
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Stairs and grab rails in good condition
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Fire doors are closed
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AISLES AND FLOORS
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Free of obstruction
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Carpet intact
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In good repair
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Slippery
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Smoke doors free from obstacles
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Appropriate footwear worn by staff
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LIGHTING
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Adequate illumination
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Good natural lighting
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No direct or reflected glare
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Light fittings clean and in good repair
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No single fluorescent tubes
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Exit signs laminated
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Night lights fitted
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WINDOWS
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Lockable
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Controlled opening height
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In good condition
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Fly screens are in good condition
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STORAGE
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Adequate
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Materials/equipment stacked
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Obstructing access
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Safety steps provided for high storage
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Designed to minimise manual handling (I) light plant/substance/goods stored at higher level than heavy plant/substance goods (ii) in frequently used plant/substances/goods stored at ground level or over shoulder height
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Shelves are free of dust and rubbish
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EQUIPMENT
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General
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Adequate work space to use
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Fitted with brakes
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Adjustable
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In good repair
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Regular ongoing maintenance attended (check dates)
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Beds
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Height adjustable
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Fitted with brakes
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Cotsides fitted
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Accommodates all lifting machines
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OFFICE AREAS
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The office chairs are adjustable
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There is sufficient leg room for the worker
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There is foot support for the worker if required
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The chair controls are within easy reach
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Arms are provided where necessary
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There is adequate space to work in
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If the chair has castors is it on carpet?
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Shelving for manuals and folders
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SCREEN BASED EQUIPMENT
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Sufficient contrast
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Glare (screen)
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Glare (external)
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Variation from keyboard duties
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Work station is adjustable to meet individual needs: - monitor, desk, keyboard,document holder provided, sufficient room to work in
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WASTE DISPOSAL
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Correct bins provided for: (i) General – paper, etc. (ii) Sharps (iii) Food (iv) Other: infected / cytotoxic / glass (indicate which)
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Appropriate colour coded bags being used
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Bins are vermin proof
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OXYGEN CYLINDERS
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Trolley provided and used
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Cylinder stabilisation - straps / chains - provided - used
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Empty cylinders stored separately and labelled
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Stores advised a replacement is required
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Replacement is prompt
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Warning signs displayed
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There is sufficient oxygen in the cylinder
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Frequency checked when not used. Specify
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HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
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A material safety data sheet fore each chemical used
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Containment materials available for spills
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Personal protective equipment: - available - used correctly – suitable
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Disposal procedure satisfactory
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Flammable agents in a flameproof cupboard
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Storage of minimal quantities in the workplace
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Ventilation with extraction available at source
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Sufficient room to use product
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PHYSICAL HAZARDS
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Are cleaning signs used appropriately?
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Are all exits clear?
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Are all verandahs clear?
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ELECTRICAL
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Power cords frayed / damaged
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Power cords in the way
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Double adaptors used
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Unchecked equipment being used
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Equipment not in use properly stored
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Is equipment checked regularly
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STAFF AMENITIES
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Washrooms clean
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Toilet clean
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Well stocked with toilet / hand paper
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FIRE AND EVACUATION
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Have all staff attended Emergency Procedure lectures/training?
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Do staff know fire procedure?
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What is the procedure if you find or suspect a fire? (i) activate break glass alarm (ii) the hose reel: when last checked? (check dates)
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Do staff know evacuation procedure?
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Identify lateral evacuation points if fire was located
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Do the staff know: (I) the different fire extinguishers and hose reels? (ii) how to use them?
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The evacuation kit is available and complete
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Do the staff know where the floor plan is for their area?
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ENVIRONMENT
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Is the area: (I) too hot? (ii) too cold?
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Taps are drip free when turned off
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Wet areas: - non-slip surface - water contained within the area
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Drug storage areas are locked: drug cupboards, drug fridge, drug trolley, drug keys are being carried by a Registered Nurse
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Medical Emergency Staff know: - where equipment is stored, drugs, resus equipment, suction
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LIFTING MACHINE/EQUIPMENT
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Brakes fitted
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Wheels in good order
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Free of oil leaks
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Slings in good condition
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Correct slings available
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BED BATH
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Brakes working
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Hydraulics working
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Vinyl in good state
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Trolley corners have fittings
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SUCTION MACHINE
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Wheels working
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Clean bottle
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Clean bottle
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Suction working
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Pressure <50mHg
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Dilly bag: - Gloves Suction Catheters