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General Workplace Inspection Checklist

by Mark Leach, from the Community

This general workplace inspection checklist helps teams audit site conditions and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations. It covers previous inspections, fire prevention and evacuation planning, first aid readiness, welfare facilities, general and emergency lighting, building and electrical safety, and equipment inspection regimes. Additional sections address warehouse and storage layout, manufacturing spaces and machinery safeguards, forklift truck operations, and office ergonomics and environment. Use it to identify hazards, verify training and maintenance records, check PPE and COSHH controls, and align with standards such as HASAWA, LOLER and PUWER.

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General Warehouse and Office Safety Inspection
Use this comprehensive warehouse and office safety inspection checklist to evaluate access and egress, fire prevention, general and emergency lighting, building and walkway safety, housekeeping and waste management, staff training and awareness, racking and storage design, forklift and plant operations, electrical safety, ladder condition and inspections, first aid equipment and signage, welfare facilities, and any additional concerns. Capture dates, locations, responsible persons, and follow-up actions to drive compliance, reduce incidents, and maintain a safe, efficient workplace.
by Shaun Jones, from the Community
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Workplace Safety Audit Checklist
Use this workplace safety audit template to evaluate health and safety management across commercial and industrial sites. The checklist covers policy and documentation, visitor sign in, risk assessments and permits to work, fire prevention and emergency lighting, general lighting and building safety, housekeeping and welfare facilities, storage and waste handling, machinery guarding and maintenance, electrical safety and PAT, chemical safety and COSHH controls, ladders and access equipment, first aid readiness, office ergonomics, transport and plant including forklifts and driver controls, safety signage, corrective actions and sign off. Ideal for routine inspections and compliance verification.
by Greg Oakman, from the Community
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Health and Safety Workplace Inspection Checklist
This comprehensive health and safety workplace inspection checklist helps teams assess offices, production areas, and site exteriors for compliance and risk. It covers site access and signage, office ergonomics and housekeeping, notice boards and policies, incident and defect reporting, first aid readiness, fire risk assessment and evacuation, machinery and equipment safeguards including LOTO and LOLER, electrical safety, security controls, external walkways and traffic routes, hygiene and welfare facilities, COSHH management, and pest control. Use it to document findings, assign actions, and verify close-out during audits across shifts or sites.
by Brandon Rimmer, from the Community
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Workplace Inspection Form
Use this workplace inspection form to assess WHS compliance and general safety across offices, workshops, and facilities. The checklist covers fire safety equipment and exits, electrical hazards and tagging, general and emergency lighting, storage and manual handling, chemicals and MSDS, first aid kits and emergency contacts, floor and walkway conditions, plant and equipment safeguards, waste management, workstation ergonomics, and common office hazards. Capture notes, record general comments, and sign off inspections. Identify hazards, rate issues, assign corrective actions, and track completion to maintain a safe, compliant workplace.
by Service Qld, from the Community
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General Workplace Inspection Checklist

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