Plant Inspection Checklist Page 1

FACULTY / OTHER AREA (FOA) INFORMATION Date: __________

PLANT LOCATION: FOA: Location:

INSPECTED BY:
Supervisor: (name and signature) File Number:

ELEMENT Y/N/N COMMENTS / HAZARDS

A
Y = Up to standard (adequate), N = Below standard (action required), NA = Not Applicable
1. General Hazards
1.1 Access and egress provisions are safe.
1.2 Risks associated with the plant when it is not in
use or when undergoing maintenance have been
addressed.
1.3 Controls are suitably identified and conveniently
located.
1.4 Controls can be locked off and power
disconnected when not in use.
1.5 Guarding is adequate for the type of plant and
the work being undertaken.
1.6 Regular inspections and maintenance programs
are carried out as scheduled (including electrical
testing).
Actions: (include person responsible and target completion date)

2. Environmental Hazards
2.1 The environment is protected from
contamination by vapour, fumes, noise etc.
2.2 The discharge of hazardous substances has been
contained.
2.3 Plant has been monitored for air emission
controls where required.
2.4 Plant has been monitored for solid wastes.
2.5 Plant has been monitored for water wastes.
2.6 Plant has been monitored for water wastes.
2.7 Plant has been monitored for water wastes.
2.8 The plant and vicinity is free from contamination
2.9 The plant and vicinity is free from contamination

Actions: (include person responsible and target completion date)

3. Hazards with Plant used for Lifting People or

Materials
3.1 Lifting capacity is below the designated safe
working load.
3.2 Loads are protected if they are required to be
suspended over people
3.3 Safe egress is possible in the event of a plant
failure
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ELEMENT Y/N/N COMMENTS / HAZARDS

A
Y = Up to standard (adequate), N = Below standard (action required), NA = Not Applicable
Actions: (include person responsible and target completion date)

4. Ergonomics
4.1 Frequently used controls are within easy access
4.2 Excessive force is not required to operate the
plant or controls
4.3 Work postures for operators are not constrained
or awkward.
4.4 Does the operator need to over-reach, stretch,
lift, carry or bend in such a way that it may cause
body strain?
Actions: (include person responsible and target completion date)

5 Regulatory Aspects
5.1 Is there a register of all plant & equipment with
up to date maintenance and testing records?
5.2 Does the plant meet current standards and
relevant regulations
Actions: (include person responsible and target completion date)

Other Comments:

General Recommendations: