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Checklists for inspecting the workplace

Using this document

WorkSafe has produced checklists to assist you in inspecting your workplace for hazards.

Although the checklists do not cover all the requirements under workplace safety and health laws,

they will give you a better idea of whether your workplace meets basic standards of safety. They will

also assist in laying the foundation for a safety and health management system in your workplace.

Most of the checklists included in this document will be relevant across most industries, however

industry specific checklist are available from the WorkSafe website:www.worksafe.wa.gov.aupublicationschecklists

In this document you will find:

Chemicals and harmful substances;

Electricity

Health topics

- Manual tasks - lifting;

- Slips and trips;

- Violence, aggression and bullying

Human factors;

- Evacuation;

- New and young workers;

New and young workers safety induction;

Work experience;

- Managing contract and transient workers;

Machinery and plant;

- Forklifts;

- Guarding;- Machinery and plant

Noise

Work practices

- Confined space;

- Working at heights;

- Working alone

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Chemicals and harmful substances - safety checklist

check yes no n/aCorrect use of chemicals and harmful substances ispart of induction

All people who may be exposed to chemicals andharmful substances have been given information,instruction and training

Records of training include: health effects,controls, safe work methods and personalprotective equipment/clothing

There is a complete easy to find and readlist/register of all chemicals used

There is an up to date MSDS for each hazardoussubstance in the workplace

MSDS are available for workers reference andincluded in the hazardous substances register

Original containers have the manufacturer's label

Decanted containers are labelled with name, riskand safety instructions

A risk assessment has been completed for allchemicals and harmful substances stored andused at the workplace

The risk assessment is recorded in the list/register

Risk assessment reports are available where risksare significant

Actions have been taken to control risks.

The hierarchy of controls has been consideredwhen reducing riskcontrols such as eliminatingthe chemical, choosing a safer one or usingventilation near the work are used where possible

Controls are inspected and maintained (eg air flowchecked in ventilation systems)

There are appropriate first aid and emergencyfacilities and workers are aware of them

Where there is a risk from lead, isocyanates,asbestos, organophosphate insecticides and otherscheduled chemical, a doctor has been appointedto monitor the health status of workers.

Other sources of

information:

The Occupational Safety and

Health Regulations Spray painting-Code of practice

StyreneCode of practice

OSH management andcontaminated sites-Guidancenote

Prevention of carbon monoxidepoisoning-Guidance note

Soldering in the workplace-rosin fluxes-Guidance note

Safe use of chemicals in thewoodworking industry-Guidance note

Controlling hazards in theelectroplating industry-Guidance note

Controlling isocyanate hazardsat work-Guidance note

Material safety data sheets(MSDS)-Guidance note

National Code of PracticeSynthetic Mineral Fibres

National Code of PracticeInorganic Lead at Work

National Code of Practice

Scheduled CarcinogenicSubstances

National Code of Practice -Control of HazardousSubstances

National Code of PracticeLabelling of WorkplaceSubstance

National Code of PracticeEthylene Oxide in Sterilisation

National Code of Practice forthe Safe Use of Vinyl Chloride

National Guidance Note

Assessing risks of hazardoussubstances

National Guidance NoteWorkplace hazardoussubstance in retail

National Guidance NoteExposure standards

WorkSafe website

www.worksafe.wa.gov.au.

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Electricity safety checklist

check yes no n/a

Electrical safety is part of induction

People working with electricity have been giveninformation, instruction and training

There is a maintenance program in place forelectrical installations

Electrical equipment has been tested

Residual current devices (RCD) are installed atswitchboards or into fixed sockets

Portable electrical equipment is protected byRCDs

The RCD device is labelled and has been testedFlexible cord connections have either moulded ortransparent type plugs

Plugs, sockets and extension leads are in goodcondition

Flexible cords are protected from water, beingdamaged or cut

Switchboards are labelled correctly and protectedfrom damage

Light fittings are suitable for the location andprotected from breakage

Power points are suitable for the location and arepositioned safely

Safety procedures are in place for workersworking near overhead power lines

Machinery has been identified that may exposeworkers to electrical risk

Site power been connected when construction sitework has reached plate height

Cords are of suitable length for the intended use

There are no double adaptors or three-pin plugadaptors in use

Electrical installations are protected from damagethat would increase the risk of electrical shock or

firePortable cable stands are used when required

On construction and demolition sites also check:

Portable electrical equipment has been tagged

There is a record of previous testing

All final sub-circuits, socket outlets, portablegenerators and equipment are protected by RCDs

No aerial cables are fixed or attached toscaffolding

Other sources ofinformation:

The Occupational Safety

and Health Regulations

WorkSafe websitewww.worksafe.wa.gov.au

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Slips and trips - safety checklist

Significant hazards have been identified andassessed

yes no n/a

The assessments have evaluated all the riskfactors that contribute to the hazard

All control measures been implemented andmaintained to eliminate or reduce risk

All slips, trips and falls-related incidents beenadequately investigated and all controls reviewedafter incidents occur

Information, instruction and training on slip, tripand fall hazards has been provided as part ofinduction and ongoing as required

Floor surfaces are slip resistant

Walkways are free of obstruction and trip hazards,such as electrical leads and hoses

There is a clean as you go policy to ensure spillsare attended to immediately

There are special provisions for drainage and slipresistance in wet areas such as kitchens,bathrooms, hotel/pub bars wet areas

Floor surfaces are maintained and in goodcondition

Warning signs are erected near spills

Pathway accesses to and from work areas arekept free of obstacles

Guard rails or other safety guards are provided onramps and stairs

There is adequate lighting

Appropriate personal protective clothing, such asslip resistant footwear, is provided

There are ramps in areas where the height of floorlevels change and trolley access is required orwhere items are carried regularly

Unstable and loose floor surfaces are improved

Walking variation and step delineation andmarkings are clear

Ladders and steps in use are designed and usedsafely


The Occupational Safety andHealth Regulations

WorkSafe websitewww.worksafe.wa.gov.au.

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Violence and aggression -safetychecklist

check yes no n/a

Workers have received information, instructionand training in relation to dealing with violenceand aggression (including hold ups, cashhandling, difficult customers)

Systems are in place to identify potentiallyaggressive customers

Procedures are in place in relation to violenceand aggression

Workers are trained in recognition of,communication for and management ofaggressive behaviour

Procedures are in place in relation to cash

handling

Procedures are in place in relation to hold-ups(including post-hold up procedures)

Procedures are in place to ensure timely andappropriate counselling is provided to workersfollowing a violent/ aggressive incident

An adequate number of security staff is provided(where applicable)

Security staff are adequately trained

Staff are escorted to car after evening shifts,

where applicable

Bullying -safetychecklist

check yes no n/a

Workers have received information, instructionand training in relation to responding tounresolved conflict or unreasonable behaviour,

including how to report incidents.Systems are in place to identify bullying hazardsearly (including gathering trends on sick leave,turnover, workers compensation, etc.)

Systems are in place to investigate claims ofbullying or unresolved conflict in a timely manner

Procedures are in place to assist in conflictresolution and grievance resolution

Managers have received sufficient training toenable them to resolve conflicts promptly andeffectively


Code of practice Violenceaggression and bullying at

work

Guidance note: Dealingwith bullying at work

Armed hold-ups and cashhandling

WorkSafe website

www.worksafe.wa.gov.au

Violence, aggression and bullying

Other sources of

information:

Code of practice Violenceaggression and bullying atwork

Guidance note: Dealingwith bullying at work

WorkSafe websitewww.worksafe.wa.gov.au


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Evacuation safety checklist

check yes no n/a

An evacuation procedure to be followed in the eventof a fire or other emergency is provided

The evacuation procedure and a diagram of theworkplace (showing the exits) are displayed in aprominent location

Emergency egress enables safe egress in eventof an emergency (eg. doors are not obstructed)

Exit signs have been provided and are maintained

Portable fire extinguishers have been providedand maintained

A fire blanket is available where applicable

An adequately stocked first aid kit is provided at acentral location

An adequate number of people have been trainedin first aid, having regard to the types of hazardsand number of people in the workplace

Procedures are in place for isolated workers(means of communication are available andprocedures for regular contact are in place)



and Health Regulations

Guidance note:Preparing for emergencyevacuation

WorkSafe website


EvacuationHuman factors


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New and young workers safety checklist

Check yes no n/a

Induction trainingHas the new/young worker been shownaround the workplace?

Has the new/young worker been introducedto key people (supervisor/manager, first aidofficer and safety and health representative (ifany) etc)?

Do new/young worker have their duties andresponsibilities explained?

Has the new/young worker been providedwith specific OSH information such as policiesand procedures on:

Safe systems of work relating tospecific hazards, eg: lifting, slips,

trips and falls, operation ofmachinery or equipment, chemicalsafety (MSDS). etc

Consultation and communication

Hazard and injury reporting includingreporting of hazards, injuries andnear misses

First aid, fire safety and otheremergencies

Do you have an anti harassment, bullyingand workplace violence policy, and havenew/young workers been made aware of it?

Consultation and communication

Do the new/young workers know how toreport injuries and hazards, including faultyequipment or unsafe working conditions?

Are the new/young workers involved inhazard identification, risk assessment andcontrol of hazards in the workplace?

Do new/young workers know who their safetyand health representative (if any) is and whattheir role is?

On the job training

Is on the job specific training provided to

new/young workers for each new task?

Is the job explained in detail, including clearinstructions for each task?

Are new and young workers shown/told:

how to operate equipment/plant?

the hazards and control methods?

how to use and maintain personalprotective equipment?

the maintenance requirements andwho has responsibility?

Is the new/young workers understandingassessed before commencing the task?

New and youngworkers

All workers who are newto the job are at risk ofinjury, with young peopleaged 15 to 19 the mostlikely to be hurt.

When assessing risks toyoung people, specialfactors to consider are:

the size of the personand their level ofphysical maturity;

their generalbehaviour andpsychologicalmaturity;

their work experienceand training;

their ability to makemature judgementsabout their own safetyand the safety ofothers; and

their ability to cope

with unexpected,stressful situations.

Use the safety inductionchecklist to ensure yournew and young workersare familiar with safetyprocedures. The accessmovement and safety ofvisitors must also beconsidered.

Further information onvulnerable workers is

available on theWorkSafe website.

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Are the new/young workers provided withopportunities to ask questions?

Is there a buddy system in place for new / youngworkers?

Supervision

Are managers/supervisors aware ofnew/young workers vulnerabilities?

Are supervisors aware of job requirementsincluding risks to new and young workers?

Are supervisors available to answer questions?

Are work practices of new/young workersmonitored?

Are unsafe work practices corrected immediately?


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New workers safety induction checklistName:

Position:

Date of commencement:

Location:

Name of person providing the induction:

Check yes no n/a

Explain work tasks

Tour of sections

Explain

OSH policy

Duty of care employer and employees

Consultation: OSH committee and SH

Reps Safe work procedures and instructions

Issue resolution procedure

Hazard reporting procedure

Injury/incident reporting procedure

Injury management policy and guidelines

Emergency procedures

Manual handling procedures

Hazardous substances procedures

Machinery safety procedures

Working from height procedures Slips and trips prevention

Electrical safety

Permit to work

The use storage and maintenance ofpersonal protective equipment andclothing

Vehicle safety

Safety procedures for working on theside of the road

Procedures for good housekeeping

Safety signage

Procedures for working outside such asskin protection

Smoke free workplace

Alcohol and other drugs at the workplace

Compensation claims process andrehabilitation

Provide locker, personal protectiveequipment, tools as required

Schedule of follow-up training

Supervision to ensure that workers arefollowing safety instructions

Name of manager/supervisor: signed: date:Name of new employee: signed: date:

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Work experience checklistCheck yes no n/a

Has someone been appointed to be inoverall charge of young workers,

including those on work experienceplacements?

Where students are on a workexperience placement, has effectiveliaison been established with theplacement organisers, includingarrangements for regular monitoring andreporting of accidents/ incidents/illhealth?

Have 'suitable and sufficient' riskassessments been carried out?

Have any additional control measuresrequired for young people been clearly

identified?Have risk assessments taken account ofany special health and safety needswhich young workers may have as aresult, for example, of any physical andlearning disabilities, or health issuessuch as allergies, asthma and respiratoryproblems, heart disease, diabetes, colourblindness or use of prescriptionmedicines?

Have work activities which young peopleshould be prohibited from undertakingbeen clearly identified?

Have necessary steps been taken toisolate or make safe dangerous tools,plant, equipment or substances?

Have any necessary arrangements forpersonal safety and freedom fromharassment and bullying beenconsidered?

Have parents or guardians beeninformed of risks and control measures?

Have arrangements been made forappropriate supervision and inductiontraining?

Have work tasks for young people beenproperly defined and explained? Doyoung people understand what isrequired of them in order to protect theirown safety and health and that of others?

Have young workers been provided withappropriate information about hazards,risks and precautions?

Young workers

All workers who are newto the job are at risk of

injury, with young peopleaged 15 to 19 the mostlikely to be hurt.

When assessing risks toyoung people, specialfactors to consider are:

the size of the personand their level ofphysical maturity;

their generalbehaviour andpsychological

maturity; their work experience

and training;

their ability to makemature judgementsabout their own safetyand the safety ofothers; and

their ability to copewith unexpected,

stressful situations.

Use the safety inductionchecklist to ensure youryoung workers are familiarwith safety procedures.

Further information on

vulnerable workers is

available on the

WorkSafe website.

New workers - Work experience


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Managing contractors and transient workers:safety checklist

check yes no n/a

Does your OHS policy include contractorresponsibilities?

Is health and safety a key criterion in the selectionof contractors?

Do you take steps to ensure contractors arecompetent in health and safety?

Do you discuss and agree the job withcontractors? Are your requirements and thecontractors responsibilities for health and safety inwriting?

Are contractors made aware of your safe workprocedures in advance?

Do you ask for safe work method statements?

Do you conduct a risk assessment for the workwith the contractor?

Do contractors sign in and out? Do you alwaysknow where they are?

Are contractors given site information beforestarting the job?

Do you go through the job before allowing work tostart?

Do you check on progress with the job and thatthe contractors are working safely?

Do you keep all the workforce informed on safetyand health issues?

Do you take appropriate action if contractors arenot working safely?

Do you check on contractors arrangements forsupervision of their workers?

Do you tell contractors to report allincidents/accidents?

If the contractor sends different staff will youknow?

When a job is finished, do you review how it went,including the health and safety performance of thecontractor?



and Health Regulations Bulletin: Agents providing

workers Labour hire

Labour hire industry andduty of care

WorkSafe website


Managing contractors and transient workers


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Forklifts safety checklistcheck yes no n/a

Maintenance record must indicate any maintenance,inspection, commissioning and alterations

Records are kept of alterations, regular

inspections and maintenance, particularly brakes,steering, hydraulics, tyres.

Operator is 18 years or older

Operator is trained in accordance with nationalstandards for high risk work and has a current licence

Forklift is in good working order, with fittings asrequired by law

Pre-operational checks are conducted of:

Roll over protection

Falling object protection

Seat

Seat belt

Lights

Steering

Controls

Horn

Gas cylinder

Warning signs (decals)

Brakes

Mast

Reverse alarms

Chains

Tynes

Hoses

Counterweight

Capacity chart is legible, applies to forklift, isamended for attachments and displays the loadlimits for that forklift

Operators manual is legible, accessible, appliesto forklift and has detail as per manufacturersspecifications

Work is organised for the safety of the operator

and othersChecks are made of:

Work surface

Ramps

Loading docks

Signs

Hazardous areas

Control of traffic

Control of pedestrians

Unless otherwise instructed, keys are not left inunattended forklift to prevent unauthorised use

Controls are labelled

Other sources of

information:

The Occupational Safetyand Health Regulations

Guidance note: Workingsafely with forklifts

Guidance note Safe

movement of vehicles

Guide: Forklift safety

WorkSafe website


ForkliftsPlant and machiner


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Guarding safety checklist

check yes no n/a

Are operators and maintenance personnelproperly trained, familiar with the operation andset up of machinery and able to demonstratesafety features?Where fixed guards are provided, are they ofsubstantial construction, and secured into positionwhile machinery is in operation?

Where interlocking guards are provided, do theyprevent operation of the machinery when open,and are the guards prevented from opening whilethe machinery is in operation?

Where a presence sensing system is used, does itoperate as intended and stop the machinery when

the light beams or sensors are interrupted?

Do guards protect against hazards to the rear andsides of machinery?

Are pre-operational checks conducted to ensuresafety features are in working order?

Are appropriate isolation procedures provided formaintenance?

Are manufacturer's manuals available andunderstood by operators?

Are machine controls protected to prevent

unintentional operation, clearly marked and withineasy reach of the operator?

Are warning signs and decals clearly visible?

Where it is not practical to provide guarding andpeople are required to operate or pass close todangerous moving parts, is a safe system of workin place to reduce risk?

Is it practical to provide a higher level of guardingthan currently provided?

Other sources of

information:

The Occupational Safetyand Health Regulations1996

Code of practice: Safe

guarding of machineryand plant;

Guidance note: Isolationof plant

Guidance note: Safe useof woodworkingmachinery

Machinery andequipment safety Anintroduction

WorkSafe website


Guarding


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Plant and machinery safety checklist

check yes no n/a

Safe work procedures are provided anddocumented to use and maintain machinery

Mobile plant has been maintained eg. vans and forklifts

Records are kept of maintenance, alterations andinspections

Plant is registered where necessary

Manufacturers manuals and operator instructionsare readily available

Load chart /rated capacity is provided and legibleMobile plant is in good working order (seat, lights,steering, controls, horn, tyres, gas cylinder, warningsignals, brakes, mast, chains, hoses,counterweight, control labels, tynes)

Seatbelt, rollover protection (ROPS) and fallprotection (FOPS) are provided where required

Pre-start safety check of mobile plant is carried outin accordance to manufactures instructions

Forklift operators hold a high risk work licence forforklift operation and have reached 18 years of age

Operators hold proper certification and there is

evidence of training and instruction on operating plant.

Every dangerous part of fixed, mobile or handheldpowered plant (machinery) is securely guarded orfenced to prevent injury

Work area is organised for the safety of the mobileplant operator and pedestrians

The work area is controlled for hazards ramps slopes uneven ground power lines excavations ground/surface loading units

People are provided with safe access that issuitable for the work they perform in, on andaround machinery and equipment

Keys are not left behind in unattended mobile plant

Quad bike helmets are provided and worn

Other personal protective equipment is provided asnecessary ie high visibility clothing

Where applicable, a noise assessment has beenconducted and control measures have been implemented

Steam and hot water pipes are insulated

Other sources of

information:


and Health Regulations1996

Code of practice: Safeguarding of machineryand plant;

Guidance note: Isolationof plant

Guidance note: Safe useof woodworkingmachinery

Machinery andequipment safety An

introductionWorkSafe website


Plant and machinery


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Noise safety checklist

Check yes no n/a

Identification of noise hazards

Is there a noise hazard at the workplace? eg need toraise voice to speak with someone 1m away, very loudimpact noises.

Have there been any workers compensation claims forhearing loss?

Noise risk assessment

Has a noise risk assessment been carried out by acompetent person?

Any workers exposed above the exposure standard?

Is the noise risk assessment current? ie less than 5years ago and noise exposure has not substantiallychanged since.

Hazard Controls

Is the hierarchy of controls used? elimination,substitution (buy quiet policy), isolation, engineering(at source where practical or otherwise in noisetransmission path), administrative.

Are noise sources and noise controls maintained so asto minimise noise?

Personal hearing protectors

Are compliant hearing protectors supplied to andcorrectly worn by workers who may be exposed to anoise hazard?

Are hearing protector areas signed in accordance withAustralian Standard AS1319?Are workers trained in fitting, use, selection,maintenance, replacement and storage of hearingprotectors?

Information and training

Are information & training on noise hazards, effects andcontrols provided?

Hearing tests

Is an audiometric testing program made available to

workers exposed above the exposure standard?

Are appropriate actions taken if hearing loss is found tooccur?

Noise Levels andExposure TimesEquivalentto the ExposureStandard

Noise LeveldB(A)

ExposureTime

82 12 hours

85 8 hours

88 4 hours

91 2 hours

94 1 hour

97 30 min

100 15 min

103 7.5 min

106 3.75 min


Code of practice

Managing noise atworkplaces

Code of practice Control ofnoise in the musicentertainment industry

WorkSafe website


Noise


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Confined space checklist

check yes no n/a

Are people required to enter into a confined space forwork purposes?

Has the confined space entry point been designed toreduce the risk of injury ie safe access, entry and exit?

Is the work being done in the confined space compliantwith Australian Standard AS 2865 requirements?

When people enter a confined space is there anotherperson present in the immediate vicinity outside theconfined space?

Have the people who supervise, enter, work near,

purchase or maintain equipment, are likely or could beinvolved in any rescue or first aid procedure, receivedtraining on confine space entry in accordance withAustralian Standard AS2865.

Confined space training includes:

hazards in confined spaces; assessment procedures; control measures; emergency procedures; and selection fit storage, use and maintenance of

safety equipment.

Is there adequate lighting for the type of work beendone and the location?

Are work practices arranged so that workers areprotected from extremes of heat and cold?

Are confined spaces monitored for hazards such asfumes?

Has a documented risk assessment been carried outand completed and permit for entry been endorsed?Risk assessment MUST comply to Australian Standard

AS 2865 requirements?



WorkSafe website


Work practices


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Working alone safety checklist

check yes no n/a

A risk assessment has been undertaken coveringissues such as length of time the person isworking alone, time of day, location and the natureof the work.

Identified hazards have been eliminated oradequately controlled

The person working alone has been provided withadequate information and instruction to be able towork safely.

There is a system in place for communication withworkers working alone

The system ensures that workers have means ofcommunicating in the event of emergency (egmobile phones, duress alarms)

If the means of communication is vehicle based,the system covers the person when they are awayfrom the vehicle

The system requires regular contact to bemaintained with workers to ensure safety andsupervision

The employer has knowledge of the location of allworkers at all times during work shifts

The worker is provided with emergency supplies

such as adequate drinking water and first aidequipment.

Machinery and equipment is regularly maintained.



Guidance note: Workingalone

Bulletin: Travelling inremote locations

WorkSafe website


Working alone


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Working at heights safety checklist

check yes no n/a

Where relevant, working at heights is part ofinduction

People working at heights have been giveninformation, instruction and training

Workers are supervised to ensure that safe workpractices are in place

Work areas are clear of protruding objects, water,vehicles and people

Hand rails on stairs are secure and steps are wellmaintained

All work areas are free from obstructions

Walkways, corridors and stairs are free fromobstructions

Ladders are in good condition and are secure andfixed firmly in place

High ladders have fall-back protection

Mechanical lifts are safe

Mezzanine floors have safe access and fallprotection, such as handrails

Fall arrest systems, such as harnesses, are inplace

Safer, alternative ways to do the work have beenconsidered

Potential existing hazards have been identified

The risks of anyone falling from heights have beenassessed

Practical steps have been taken to prevent falls

Other sources of

information:

The Occupational Safetyand Health Regulations

Code of practice:Prevention of falls

Guidance note: Fall

prevention for scaffoldersWorkSafe website


Working at height


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OSH System Checklist

Do you have More information

An OSH policy Yes No N/A

SafetyLine magazine Small Business April 07 More detailed information - WorkSafe Plan

Elected safety and healthrepresentatives and/or anOSH committee

Yes No N/A

Safety and health representatives frequently asked questions

More detailed information- Guidance Note: Formal consultative processes at the workplace- SafetyLine Institute Readings:

Safety and health committees; Safety and health representatives

Hazard identificationchecklists and riskassessment tools

Yes No N/A

The First StepSafety topics area of the website

More detailed informationSafetyLine Institute Reading: Inspections, checklists and procedure audits

Hazardous substancesregister and Material SafetyData Sheets (MSDS) for all

chemicals

Yes No N/A

The First Step

More detailed information- Guidance note: Provision of information on hazardous substances at workplaces,

MSDSs

- SafetyLine Institute Readings: Material Safety Data Sheets; Hazardous substancesmanagement; Identification of hazardous substances in the workplace

Hazard report formYes No N/A

The First Step

Accident / incident reportform

Yes No N/A

The First Step

More detailed information- Bulletins: Tips for investigating accidents and incidents 2/2007- SafetyLine Institute Readings: Accident recording and analyisise

Access to the WorkSafeSmall Business Assistanceprogram

Yes No N/A

Free independent consultation service for businesses with 20 or less full time employees. Formore information contact WorkSafe on 9327 8777 or visit our website at:www.worksafe.wa.gov.au

An induction programYes No N/A

The First Step

SmartMove website education package

New to the Job induction DVD available from WorkSafe and on SmartMove More detailed information - SafetyLine Institute Readings: Induction/on the job training

Emergency and first aidprocedures

Yes No N/A

Code of Practice: First aid, workplace amenities and PPE

Guidance note: Preparing for emergency evacuations in the workplace More detailed information - SafetyLine Institute Readings: Emergency workplace

evacuations; Workplace first aid

A violence and bullying atwork policy and procedures

Yes No N/A

Guidance note: Dealing with bullying in the workplace: a guide for workers More detailed information - Code of practice: Violence, aggression and bullying

A resolution of issuesprocedure/grievanceprocedure

Yes No N/A

The Occupational Safety and Health Act Section 24. Available:www.slp.wa.gov.auGuidance Note: Formal consultative processes at the workplace

Ongoing training in OSHand a way to record trainingundertaken across the

organisation

Yes No N/A

In addition to inductions and initial training, training should occur when there is a new task isintroduced to a worker and to refresh a workers skills and knowledge.

WorkSafe Community Education Officers may be available to give free presentations at your

workplace on safety issues for groups of more than 10 people. Community Education Officersare not able to conduct in-depth training courses. For more information [email protected] phone WorkSafe on 9327 8777.

Processes to managecontractors and labour hirearrangements

Yes No N/A

Bulletins: Labour hire industry and duty of care 6/2005Host employers / clients 6/2006Agents providing workers to clients 7/2006

More detailed information Guidance Note: General duty of care in Western Australian workplaces

An ongoing plan to monitorand improve OSH in yourworkplace

Yes No N/A

The WorkSafe Plan

Access for workers to OSHinformation

Yes No N/A

www.worksafe.wa.gov.au Contact the WorkSafe Library on 9327 8777

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