Human Resources: Health and Safety

Workshop Area: Hazard Identification sheet

Use this list to identify all hazards in the workplace, systems of work, equipment and substances used, to which
anyone may be exposed.
This list is designed to assist in the identification of hazards but is not intended to be comprehensive or exhaustive.
Items to check
General safety
!ecords of risk assessments are available for all
o plant, machinery, equipment
o tasks within the workplace
"afe operating instructions are available and current for plant, machinery, equipment and tasks
#arning signs for hazards are prominently posted
$ombustible or flammable materials are kept a safe distance from heating appliances and all forms of hot
work, e.g. gas cutting, grinding, welding, open flame
%vens and furnaces are fitted with flues or extraction hoods to remove fumes and heat
&ortable ladders, including stepladders, extension ladders, trestle ladders, are in good condition and
correctly stored
'acuum and pressure equipment are provided with appropriate control devices, relief valves, guards,
barriers, etc
(aterials handling devices, including trolleys, pallet trucks, lift trucks, hoists, cranes, etc. are provided and
are maintained in good condition
(aterials sub)ect to spontaneous combustion such as oily rags * paint rags are placed in approved oily
waste cans that are emptied daily
Floors
+loors are clean and free from slipping and tripping hazards, e.g. spilt liquid, swarf, material off cuts,
damaged floor surfaces
+loors that are not insulated are provided with footboards, mats or similar protection for operators at
benches and other workstations
Electrical equipment
There are sufficient general purpose outlets ,-&%s. for the equipment, machinery and power tools
/ll switches, plugs * -&%s are in good condition
0ouble adaptors * piggy1back plugs are not in use
2xtension leads are only used for temporary, short1term power connections
&ower boards with overload protection are used if sufficient -&%s are not available
2lectrical equipment, machinery and power tools, including cords and leads, are in good condition
2lectrical equipment, machinery and power tools are earthed or double insulated.
!esidual current devices are provided and used when operating portable power tools and equipment
+ittings are protected against external damage
2lectrical equipment is tested at appropriate intervals
Machinery/Equipment
(achines are appropriate for use in the workplace in which they are installed, e.g. flame proof wiring, floor
loading considerations, noise, vibration, etc
(achines are constructed and installed in accordance with relevant /ustralian "tandards
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(achines are guarded to protect operators and others from harmful contact, entanglement, flying ob)ects,
etc. and to prevent damage to property
&lant, machinery and equipment are provided with
o emergency stops
o isolation and lockout devices
There is sufficient clearance around machines for operators and general movement within the proximity of
the machines
o +or operators, not less than 3444 mm
o 5on1operating space ad)acent to machines, not less than 644 mm
Non-powered hand tools
$orrect hand tools are provided for the tasks that are performed in the workplace
7and tools are in good condition
7and tools are stored appropriately when not in use
Personal protective equipment
2ye protection is provided and is used, especially for impact tasks, eg using a hammer on a cold chisel
8ong hair is restrained to avoid entanglement in rotating equipment
%perators of machinery wear clothing that provides full coverage of the body, including arms and legs
-loves are worn if appropriate for the particular task or tool
7earing protection is worn according to task, tool and workplace conditions
Welding
7oses and welding leads are in good condition
!outine welding work is carried out in a well1maintained welding booth
"creens are provided for any welding outside a welding booth
'entilation is sufficient to remove welding fumes
&ersonal protective equipment
+ace shields with filter lens for electric welding are clean, in good condition and stored correctly when not
in use
8eather gloves, fire resistant gauntlets, eg 9evlar, are worn for hand and arm protection
%veralls, aprons, welding )ackets are used for body protection
"afety shoes:boots, spats are worn for foot protection
7ard hats are worn if working in a construction zone or if others are working overhead
hemicals !general"
$hemical management
/ register of chemicals is available
("0" are available for chemicals
0ocumented risk assessments are available for chemical use
$arriers are provided for large containers ,;<8.
8abelling of chemicals
$hemical containers are labelled appropriately
The labels of containers are complete and in good condition
0ecanted chemicals are labelled
$hemical storage
$hemical stocks are kept to a minimum
Incompatible classes of chemicals are segregated
$hemical containers are of the correct type and in good condition
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$ompressed * fuel gases
/ll the cylinders inside workshops are connected for use
-as cylinders are each securely chained with individual chains secured around the body of the cylinder and
the chain ends attached to separate securing points
-as cylinders are at least = m away from ignition sources, where possible
$ylinders, pipes * valves are protected from mechanical damage
+lashback arresters are used in fuel gas supply lines
5on1return ,check. valves are fitted to all processes that exceed cylinder pressure
There is a cylinder trolley available for carrying cylinders
Environmental
-lass chemical containers are rendered clean by an appropriate method
o Triple rinsed and labels removed before placing in the bottle and can recycling bins
o %ily or persistent residues washed with detergent and labels removed before placing in the bottle
and can recycling bins> or
$ontaminated glassware that cannot be rendered clean 1 triple rinsed with detergent and labels removed
before disposing directly to prescribed waste.
There is no evidence of incorrect disposal down sinks i.e. discoloration, odorous sinks etc
There are no odours, dust or smoke in the area
/ll service areas, where chemicals are used and dispensed, are suitably bunded:protected from leakage into
stormwater drains
2quipment, including computers, switched off when not in use
General
"uitable protective clothing is available ,safety glasses, gloves, lab coat etc.
"taff are adequately trained in tasks to be performed
/ccident:Incident reporting procedure in place
/re standard operating procedures applicable, understood and followed?
2mergency procedures
2vacuation procedures are clearly displayed
2mergency floor plans are clearly displayed
2mergency contact numbers are clearly displayed
2mergency numbers are current
2mergency exits are clear
2mergency lighting is provided in
o areas where there is no natural lighting
o escape routes including stairwells
o public areas
Egress # evacuation
2xit doors are marked and clearly visible
2xit doors can be opened from the inside ,no padlocks.
2xit corridors and doors are clear of obstructions, including stored materials or equipment.
2xit lights are provided, including directional indicators where required
First aid
/ first aid kit is available
8ists of trained first aid people and contact numbers are displayed
8ists of first aid people are current
9its and contents are clean, orderly and properly stocked
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5otices indicating location of each kit are on display
Fire e$tinguishers
+ire extinguishers are located in easy to see locations
+ire extinguishers are marked for the types of fires to be fought
+ire extinguishers have been inspected:tagged within the last @ months
7ydrant and hose reels checked every @ months
/ll fire extinguishers and safety blankets are within the certification or use by date
+ire hoses are conveniently located in ma)or corridors
"prinkler system is operational ,sprinkler heads free from damage.
%verhead sprinkler:detectors are clear of obstructions, stores, etc
"taff aware of how to use fire fighting equipment
Floors # aisles
The floor surface is even ,no cracks or holes.
%penings in the floor are protected
The area is free of tripping hazards
/isles are of sufficient width ,/t least 4.6m in offices, 3m elsewhere.
+loors and aisles are clear of rubbish, materials and equipment
There are no electrical cords lying across walkways
%tairs # landings
There are no worn or broken treads on stairs
7andrails are in good repair
5on1skid strips on stairs are in good condition
8andings are clear of obstructions
2mergency exit stairs are adequately lit
There is no storage of materials, equipment in emergency exit stairs
Wor& environment
8ighting
8ighting levels are sufficient for
o general tasks
o movement throughout the workplace
o tasks that have specific lighting requirements
-lare from both external and internal light is controlled
8ight fittings, including diffusers, reflectors, tubes:bulbs, are clean and in good condition
Noise
2xposure to noise is prevented
&hotocopiers are located away from personal workstations
'entilation
-eneral ventilation provisions are sufficient
Temperature * humidity control is sufficient
Waste management
There are sufficient and appropriate waste disposal containers
#aste bins are routinely emptied
7azardous waste is appropriately stored and labelled
/pproved /AI" biological waste procedures in place
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'ouse&eeping
/ccess and egress routes are well defined and kept clear at all times
0esktops, benches and working surfaces are clean and free from clutter, scrap and waste materials
The area is free of accumulated equipment, stores, rubbish, etc
$ombustible or flammable materials are a safe distance from heating appliances, e.g. room heaters, stoves
in kitchens, or heat1generating devices, e.g. photocopiers, laminators, equipment and machinery
%ignage
/ppropriate warning and information signage is displayed
"ignage is in good condition
"ignage is clearly visible
'andling # storage of materials
(echanical aids or equipment are available for handling materials
(aterials are stored on shelves or in storage rooms, as appropriate
"torage of heavy items above shoulder height is avoided
"tored material is secured to prevent shifting:falling
"torage units are free of rubbish
"torage units are properly constructed and secured to prevent falling
"torage rooms are neat and tidy
'ygiene
$lean and separate meal rooms are provided
0rinking water is readily available
/dequate washing facilities are provided
There are sufficient toilets
8ockers or hangers provided for work1clothes
"taff amenities are kept clean
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