Mock Observation Sheet Practical Exam

Name: Place Inspected: Sheet Number: 1 Date:

Observations List hazards, unsafe practices and good practices found Housekeeping Corridors 2 x chairs in gangway 1 x brush angling into gangway 2 x fire extinguishers on floor in gangway 1 x electrical cable from TV across walkway 2 x weights from hydraulic m/c on walkway 1 x cable from overhead projector on floor 1 x sump pump protruding into floor @ workbench 2 x wooden blocks in middle of floor 1 x fisher regulator propped against workbench Various items on floor at lockers

Action to be taken (if any) List any immediate and long-term actions required

Priority 1 = immediate 2 = medium 3 = long-term

Return to classroom area Return to stores Mount on wall hangers provided Coil and store properly on the TV Return to storage tray on machine Coil and store properly on projector Move completely under bench. Investigate proper storage Move to safe area Lay down flat, outwith walkway. Investigate proper storage facilities Remove to suitable storage. Investigate proper storage facility. Arrange training and supervision.

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Observations List hazards, unsafe practices and good practices found Flat bars protruding into walkway from under workbench Welding equipment hoses on floor at welding bay. Action to be taken (if any) List any immediate and long-term actions required Move completely underneath bench Store immediately coiled on equipment holder. Check for damage. Priority 1 = immediate 2 = medium 3 = long-term

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Cable from electric motor Coil and store properly on floor at welding bay. on motor. Stand propped at angle against workbench. Pump in middle of floor at guillotine machine. Guillotine machine handle protruding into corridor. Work cabinet door open in middle of workbench area. Machinery 1) Drill (Medding) Shield broken Do not use machine until light and shield are repaired. Replace guard and secure Remove rag obscuring safety signs. Place visible notice on machine Do Not Use Train operatives on hazards Supervise more closely Remove and store properly. Remove and store properly. Relatch and lock in safe position. Close and lock door.

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Light inoperative Sign advising safety obscured Belt drive exposed guard removed

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Observations List hazards, unsafe practices and good practices found 2) Drill (Medding) No2 Light inoperative 3) Invicta Shaper Guard inadequate size at Investigate provision of back adequate guard Not in use cutting tool left in place Guard open at drive Stop button broken 4) Bridgeport Drill Swarf build-up to be cleared Tools drill not properly in place on wall fixture for securing Light inoperative No guard or shield at chuck Replace drill on holding fixture Train operatives on proper storage Fix light Provide proper guard and shield. Prohibit use until provided Store tools properly Train operatives on proper storage Replace guard 1 1 2 1 1 Remove cutting tool Replace guard immediately Replace broken stop button 2 1 1 Fix light 1 Action to be taken (if any) List any immediate and long-term actions required Priority 1 = immediate 2 = medium 3 = long-term

5) Colchester lathe Tools on top near chuck 1 2 1

Guard removed from drive 6) Colchester lathe (2) Notice laid on top DO NOT USE could easily fall off. Too small, not readily seen

Provide proper warning notice not to be used. Physically isolate and lock off

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Observations List hazards, unsafe practices and good practices found 7) Colchester lathe (3) Light inoperative Chuck key left in place Cutting tool left in place 8) Grinders All shields dirty cannot see through 1 x M/C without shields/guards 1 x M/C with too large gap Not adequate signs for warning of hazards from abrasive wheels 9) Saw Side cover off no guard Replace immediately on drive belts Substances 1) Stores Highly flammable materials on open shelves and on top of cupboard Plastic containers with unidentified contents Oxygen cylinder Store in highly flammable store 1 1 Clean shields Provide cleaning programme Ensure not used until fitted Adjust gap immediately Provide proper signs as required 1 2 1 1 1 Fix light Remove chuck key and tool Training for operatives and more supervision 1 1 2 Action to be taken (if any) List any immediate and long-term actions required Priority 1 = immediate 2 = medium 3 = long-term

Remove until identified and proper COSHH assessment carried out Store in proper storage facility until needed, preferably outdoors

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Observations List hazards, unsafe practices and good practices found 2) Hydraulic pipe storage Hydraulic oil build-up on trays/equipment 3) Hydraulic test unit As above 4) Grimston Grinder White spirit, flammable paint tin adjacent to machine (fire hazard from sparks) Remove from hazardous area Storage in flammable store Training required for users Remove for COSHH assessments Investigate for storage facility Investigate why all fumes not being properly ventilated No more welding until fixed 1 1 2 As above 3 1 Instigate regular removal and cleaning procedures Clean out 3 1 Action to be taken (if any) List any immediate and long-term actions required Priority 1 = immediate 2 = medium 3 = long-term

5) Class table Unidentified powder in glass bottle 1 3

6) Welding fumes Soot noticeable on fume canopy

Fire 1 - Extinguishers Some not wall mounted Some out of date Check all fire extinguishers for being out of date and revalidate Arrange for system to ensure no repeat 1 3

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Observations List hazards, unsafe practices and good practices found 2 - Fire light still above roller door which is inaccessible 3 Mixed swarf and combustibles in waste buckets 4 no emergency lighting over fire exit in middle of room wall 5 no direction signs in corridor outside fire exit door 6 assembly point location plans do not show you are here Welfare First aid box locked key always with lecturer Lockers access blocked by machinery on front Hand cream (wet barrier cream) Paper towels provided Sink in filthy condition No eye wash available Provide notice at first aid box of location of key Remove items blocking to proper storage area OK Action to be taken (if any) List any immediate and long-term actions required Remove and refit above a newer fire door. See observation 4 Train operatives in proper waste disposal Clearly mark waste buckets See 2 for action 1 Arrange for standard direction signs Amend plans to give info 2 Priority 1 = immediate 2 = medium 3 = long-term

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Clean Arrange cleaning rota Provide for immediate use

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Observations List hazards, unsafe practices and good practices found Action to be taken (if any) List any immediate and long-term actions required Priority 1 = immediate 2 = medium 3 = long-term

Electricity 1) General Several cables for portable equipment lying across floor 2) At grinders Wall sockets open, wires exposed No notices providing status Confirm status whether live or not, display warning notices Ensure isolated and locked off until permanently removed or fixed Remove until tested Arrange programme for portable appliance testing Remove damaged tools from use Store tools in their correct holders and provide training for proper storage Repair damage Train users in hazards and fault reporting 1 Train users in correct storage 1

3) Portably appliances Overhead projector out of test date 1 3

7) Hand tools Files with split handles Files lying on floor not stored 1 1 2 2 3

Hammers inserts for plastic/rubber/copper worn/split and mushroomed