Design and Technology Room Inspection Checklist



Design & Technology Room Safety Inspection Checklist

Complete this safety checklist every term. Photos may be taken to document and monitor hazards.

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Section 1

1. Preventing slips, trips, and falls

1.1 Entrance, doorways, and floors are kept free from obstructions (e.g., boxes).(Required)
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    1.2 Floors are in good condition with no cracks, dips, holes, tears, or rips.(Required)
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      1.3 Floors are clean (e.g., free from rubbish) and not slippery.(Required)
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        1.4 Computer and other electrical leads and cables are kept clear of pathways and walkways.(Required)
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          1.5 Electrical cords are kept away from traffic areas to prevent trip hazardsEntrance, doorways, and floors are kept free from obstructions (e.g., boxes).(Required)
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            2. Manual Handling and Storage

            2.1 Items are stored so that they are not at risk of falling.(Required)
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              2.2 Free standing shelves/cupboards are secured to ensure stability.(Required)
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                2.3 Storage racks are in good condition (e.g no bowed shelves).(Required)
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                  2.4 Frequently used, heavy and bulky items are stored within easy reach (between waist and shoulder height).(Required)
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                    2.5 A step ladder is available and in good condition (e.g no damage).(Required)
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                      2.6 Step ladder Safe Work Procedure (SWP) is displayed next to the step ladder storage area.(Required)
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                        2.7 Trolleys are available and in good condition.(Required)
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                          2.8 A S.M.A.R.T lifting poster is displayed in relevant areas.(Required)
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                            3. Good housekeeping

                            3.1 Work benches are clean and free from debris.(Required)
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                              3.2 Appropriate waste containers are readily available and appropriately labelled, (e.g chemical waste, general waste, recyclable waste).(Required)
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                                4. Electrical Safety

                                4.1 Electrical points are in good condition.(Required)
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                                  4.2 Powerboards with safety switches are used and are not connected in a 'piggyback' manner.(Required)
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                                    4.3 Electrically powered equipment has been tested and tagged (unless new) and are within date (ensure tag is intact).(Required)
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                                      4.4 Damaged or faulty items of machinery have been electrically isolated, tagged out, locked out (e.g by a dedicated padlock, keyed switch, locked switchboard) and withdrawn from service.(Required)
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                                        4.5 Damaged or faulty items of machinery has 'Out of Service' and/or 'Danger - do not operate(Required)
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                                          4.6 The room's electrical isolation switch is in good working order.(Required)
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                                            5. Lighting

                                            5.1 There is adequate lighting to work safely.(Required)
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                                              5.2 Lighting is in good working order (e.g not flickering or blown bulbs).(Required)
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                                                5.3 Light covers are in place and not damaged.(Required)
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                                                  5.4 Blinds and curtains can be drawn to reduce glare.(Required)
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                                                    5.5 Blind cords are secured with fixed chain/cord safety hooks.(Required)
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                                                      6. Plant and equipment safety

                                                      6.1 Plant and equipment is maintained/serviced.(Required)
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                                                        6.2 Maintenance records are retained for plant and equipment servicing and repairs.(Required)
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                                                          6.3 Machine guarding is in place and is operating correctly.(Required)
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                                                            6.4 Emergency stops are installed on all items of machinery and are in good working order.(Required)
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                                                              6.5 Emergency stops are correctly labelled, unobstructed and intact.(Required)
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                                                                6.6 Safety interlocks are installed on all movable guards and are in working order.(Required)
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                                                                  6.7 Damaged or faulty items of machinery have been electrically isolated, tagged out, locked out (e.g by a dedicated padlock, keyed switch, locked switchboard) and withdrawn from service.(Required)
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                                                                    6.8 At least 800mm of space has been provided around fixed/static plant.(Required)
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                                                                      6.9 Safe Work Procedures are displayed next to items of static plant.(Required)
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                                                                        7. Welding equipment, bays and gas cylinders

                                                                        7.1 Gas cylinders are stored according to class (SDS, ChemWatch GoldFXX, stock report, storage incompatibilities).(Required)
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                                                                          7.2 Gas cylinders have been pressure tested within the past 5 years (check date stamped on the gas bottle).(Required)
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                                                                            7.2 Gas cylinders have been pressure tested within the past 5 years (check date stamped on the gas bottle).(Required)
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                                                                              7.3 Gas cylinders are stored upright, chained and supply valves are closed/capped when not in use.(Required)
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                                                                                7.4 Gas cylinders are stored away from ignition sources and combustible material (at least 3 metres).(Required)
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                                                                                  7.5 Welding bays and curtains are clean, intact and free from damage.(Required)
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                                                                                    7.6 Hoses and connectors are in good condition.(Required)
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                                                                                      8. Textile equipment

                                                                                      8.1 Sewing machines are in good working order with no missing parts.(Required)
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                                                                                        8.2 The foot control and cord are in good condition.(Required)
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                                                                                          8.3 Sharps (e.g knives, scissors, pins and needles are securely stored).(Required)
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                                                                                            9. Preparing for emergencies

                                                                                            9.1 Door locks can be easily opened.(Required)
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                                                                                              9.2 Doors open and close/slide freely.(Required)
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                                                                                                9.3 A fire blanket is available and has been tested in the 6 months (check tag).(Required)
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                                                                                                  9.4 Fire extinguishers are conveniently located, secure and clearly signposted.(Required)
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                                                                                                    9.5 Fire extinguishers have been tested in teh last 6 months (check tag).(Required)
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                                                                                                      9.6 An Emergency Evacuation Plan is clearly displayed and legible.(Required)
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                                                                                                        9.7 Emergency exit door(s) are clearly signposted, illuminated and unobstructed.(Required)
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                                                                                                          9.8 A chemical spill kit is available.(Required)
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                                                                                                            10. First aid, emergency eye wash and safety shower

                                                                                                            10.1 A first aid kit/cabinet is available and accessible.(Required)
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                                                                                                              10.2 Emergency eye wash stations and showers are in close proximity to stored chemicals, dangerous goods, hazardous materials and substances.(Required)
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                                                                                                                10.3 The The safety shower is working and accessible (e.g free from obstruction and trip hazards).(Required)
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                                                                                                                  10.4 Eye wash stations are working and readily accessible with pathways free of obstruction and trip hazards.(Required)
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                                                                                                                    10.5 The eye wash nozzle is free from airborne contaminates.(Required)
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                                                                                                                      10.6 Eye wash stations and safety showers are flushed (at least weekly) regularly to eliminate contaminants and records kept.(Required)
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                                                                                                                        10.7 Eye wash stations and safety showers are annually inspected and tested by a qualified technician(Required)
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                                                                                                                          10.8 The safety shower handle/pull rod is readily accessible from a standing level.(Required)
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                                                                                                                            10.9 Safety shower and eye wash station signage is clear, intact and legible.(Required)
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                                                                                                                              11. Chemical management

                                                                                                                              11.1 Flammables and corrosives are stored in correctly labelled cabinets.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                11.2 Chemicals are stored in appropriately labelled containers (i.e that were not previously food or beverage containers).(Required)
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                                                                                                                                  11.3 Chemicals are correctly labelled with the label clearly legible and intact.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                    11.4 Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) are available to view.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                      11.5 Dangerous goods are segregated in storage.(Required)
                                                                                                                                      In order to prevent unwanted reactions from occurring in a storage area, incompatible chemicals should be separated and stored in compatible groups. Segregation may be achieved by the use of an impervious barrier (e.g cupboard/cabinet) or by the separation distance sufficient to prevent contamination (a distance of 1.5 metres in most circumstances).
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                                                                                                                                        11.6 A hazardous and dangerous goods register is maintained and readily available.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                          11.7 Bunding or spill trays are utilised for storage of liquids.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                            11.8 'No eating or drinking' signage is clearly displayed and legible in chemical storage areas.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                              12. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

                                                                                                                                              12.1 PPE is available and in good condition.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                                12.2 PPE storage facilities are clearly and legibly signposted.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                                  12.3 PPE is being used/worn when equipment is in use.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                                    12.4 Hearing protection is being used as instructed or when noise is at a level that voices have to be raised at a distance of 1 metre.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                                      13. Ventilation

                                                                                                                                                      13.1 Windows are able to be easily opened and closed, locks are in good working order.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                                        13.2 Active ventilation/extraction plant such as fans or extraction equipment (if present) work, are clean and in good condition.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                                          13.2 Active ventilation/extraction plant such as fans or extraction equipment (if present) work, are clean and in good condition.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                                            13.3 Local ventilation/extraction systems have been tested within the past 12 months (check label).(Required)
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                                                                                                                                                              13.4 Ceiling tiles are in place and are not damaged, there is no sign of dampness (e.g mould).(Required)
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                                                                                                                                                                13.5 Rooms are a comfortable temperature.(Required)
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                                                                                                                                                                  13.6 Air purifiers are in use and maintained.(Required)
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