Checklist For School Working Environments: Buildings and Structures

Checklist for School
Working
Environments
Key:
1 2 3 4 5
Poor Fair Satisfactory Very Satisfactory Excellent
BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
1 2 3 4 5
1. Presence and condition of asbestos
2. Presence of lead based paints
3. Condition of roofs, ceilings, walls, floors, doors, etc.
4. Condition of windows and locks
5. Condition of playground equipment
6. Condition of fencing, water tanks, football posts,
basket ball structures
7. Overhead powerlines, e.g. near trees etc.
8. Water tanks in good condition, e.g. no leaks, blocks
CLASSROOMS
1 2 3 4 5
9. Enough space for staff to carry out their duties
10. Adequate storage, e.g. cupboards, shelving, in
room for class requirements
11. Floors, walkways, entrances and exits free from
obstruction
12. Electrical leads or cables off the floor and away
from walkways
13. Computer cables/leads secured and not on floors,
work area
14. Carpets, tiles in good repair. No broken tiles or
holes
15. Folders, brief cases, bags off the floor and out of
passageways
16. Lighting levels adequate
17. Exits and entries free from hazards
18. Fire extinguishers readily accessible, their location
known, and checked regularly
19. Classroom tables and chairs at appropriate heights
20. Condition of roofs, ceilings, walls floors, doors, etc.
21. Condition of windows and locks
22. Ergonomic principles followed, e.g. seating, bench
height, chairs, screen glare etc.
COMPUTER WORKSTATIONS
1 2 3 4 5
23. Screen based equipment guidelines followed by
staff and students (See ACTU Guidelines)
24. Setting work rates, e.g. OOS
25. Ergonomic principles, e.g. seating, bench height,
chairs, screen glare etc.
26. Copying machines, e.g. ventilation, gases,
chemicals, as per the WorkSafe Guidelines
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
1 2 3 4 5
27. Serviceability of light fittings
28. Serviceability of power outlets and leads
29. Adequacy of power outlets (quantity and rating)
30. Accessibility of circuit breakers or fuses and main
switch
31. Labelling of fuses, circuit breakers and main
switches
32. Periodic maintenance
33. Electric shock resuscitation drill, notices and
instructions
34. Electric leads or cables off the floor and away from
walkways
FIRST AID AND HYGIENE

1 2 3 4 5
35. Organised as per the First Aid Code of Practice
36. First aid kits fully equipped and available, and their
location known to all staff
37. First aid training to appropriate workplace level
38. Stretchers in position
39. Health and Hygiene taught in the school curriculum
40. Adequate supply of soap, towels, etc.
41. Clothing storage, cabinets and contents clean, orderly
and readily available
FOOD PREPARATION AND HANDLING
1 2 3 4 5
42. Canteen workers aware of guidelines laid down in
H&CS, Personal Hygiene for People Working With
Food, Hygienic, Food Preparation and Handling,
Safe Food Storage and Displaying, Food Poisoning -
and How to Prevent It and Food Premises Code
43. Hands washed thoroughly
44. All cuts or wounds covered with a waterproof
bandage (cover hand also with glove)
45. Food handling staff, if suffering from diseases which
are likely to be transmitted through food must not
work
46. Long hair tied back or covered
47. Protective clothing worn over normal clothes
48. Equipment used washed thoroughly
49. All fruit and vegetables washed in clean water and in
own sink
50. For cooked or ready-to-eat food, utensils such as
tongs, spoons, spatulas or disposable gloves used
51. Raw foods stored below cooked foods in refrigerator
52. Cooked and ready-to-eat foods separate from raw
foods
53. Fixed temperature measurement devices on
refrigerators and freezers
54. Food storage containers clean and in good repair
MACHINERY
1 2 3 4 5
55. No unguarded nip points
56. Guards securely fitted
Emergency Stop Button

1 2 3 4 5
57. Tested
58. Identified
59. Red mushroom type
60. Easily accessible to operate
Stepladders
1 2 3 4 5
61. Tread condition
62. Rubber feet
63. Side rails
64. Brace
65. Registered
TOOLS
Correct Use
1 2 3 4 5
66. Used for purpose for which they are designed
67. Not extended or used beyond design capability
68. Sharp tools used away from the body
69. Job always held securely
70. Used according to acceptable practice
71. Stored in suitable area
72. Locked away when not in use
Condition - Hand Tools

1 2 3 4 5
73. Handles free from cracks, breakage, etc.
74. Handles secure
75. Impact point in good condition free from chips,
burrs, etc.
76. Blades sharp/square
77. Regularly cleaned/maintained
78. Insulation in good condition
Condition - Power Tools
1 2 3 4 5
79. Electrical cords and plugs
80. Handle condition
81. Handle attachment
82. On/off switch operation
83. Safety switch operation
84. Hose(s)
85. Tested regularly and tagged
86. Guards provided
87. Guard operation
88. Fittings
89. Suitably stored & locked away when not in use
PERSONAL OH&S
1 2 3 4 5
90. Documented staff support program in place at the
school
91. Regular program for assessing school & individuals
92. Absentee record monitored to detect patterns
93. Regular contact maintained with sick or injured staff
94. School maintains a network of DET and or
community resources to meet staff counselling
needs
95. Determine ‘hidden hazards’ and other concerns
determined, eg. noise, stress, personal problems,
etc.
96. Provided with information, clear instructions and
training to perform their work in a safe, risk free
manner, eg. staff receive copy of school’s OH&S
policy and other documents
97. Staff involved in decision making process
concerning OH&S matters
98. Adequate number of elected and trained OHS reps

with time and facilities to ensure staff can raise OHS
concerns
SAFE SYSTEM OF WORK

1 2 3 4 5
99. Staff awareness of OH&S Act, codes of practice,
manuals, safety books, etc.
100. Clear emergency procedures, e.g. fire, bomb, policy,
ambulance
101. Statutory requirements/codes of practice fully
complied with, e.g. LPG, flammables, chemicals,
etc.
102. Adequate hazard warning signs displayed
103. Chemical and flammables safety register and data
sheets available
104. Procedures dealing with OH&S issues in the
workplace enforced, e.g. risk management (identify,
assess and control hazards)
105. Rehabilitation program at the workplace in
accordance with WorkCover, e.g. WorkCover
Coordinator, Return To Work Plan and Policy
106. Evacuation procedures rehearsed
107. The School Council shares responsibility with the
Principal for the overall safety and maintenance of
the school’s facilities
108. The OH&S Representative is being consulted in any
preliminary discussions, and any problem solving
decisions, as to team approach for successful risk
management
109. All at the school knows who is responsible for taking
control in an emergency situation
110. Yard duty – adequate staff members are on duty and
procedures are in place to deal with any issues
arising
SAFETY PUBLICATIONS AND NOTICES

1 2 3 4 5
111. Accessible library of Regulations and Codes of
Practice, safety books, manuals, etc
112. Material Safety Data Sheets (as per the Code of
Practice) for all substances
113. Corrective action completed previous survey
114. Warning signs and Safety posters
SCHOOL GROUNDS (in and close to school)

1 2 3 4 5
115. Trees maintained, e.g. precarious falling trees,
branches, etc.
116. Well drained play ground area
117. Dam safety, e.g. sign on gates, fence, safety talks to
children, etc.
118. Sports and physical education areas designed to
accommodate activities safely
119. Bicycles stored safely
120. Fence in good condition, e.g. no broken wire, hole,
falling down, etc.
121. Paths smooth
122. No other tripping or slipping hazards in the grounds,
e.g. broken surfaces leaves, etc.
123. Outside steps and ramps n good repair, e.g. non slip
124. Edges and steps clearly marked and well lit at night
125. Handrails in good repair and free from splinters,
breaks in the wood
126. No blind corners or posts, which can cause
accidents
127. Playground equipment areas kept covered with
appropriate layers of tanbark and area raked
regularly
128. Procedures in place to deal with any “sharps” that
may be found on the school grounds
129. People aware of when doors are going to be opened
130. Children aware of construction work by outside
contractors, e.g. heavy equipment, electrical power
leads, etc.
131. Outside contractors aware of the dangers working in
and around children
132. Children following ‘Playground Discipline Plan’
133. Grass cut, e.g. fire, snakes, etc.
134. Vehicle speed limitation in and around school
135. Vehicle use defined parking areas
STAFF ROOM (eating area)
1 2 3 4 5
136. Crockery chip and crack free
137. Facilities hygienically clean and tidy
138. Electrical equipment safely maintained, e.g. no
leaks in hot water service
139. Food scraps, soft drink containers, etc. adequately
disposed of
140. Roster system updated
141. Sink and bench clean and tidy, e.g. dishes and cups
clean and in cupboard
142. Microwave, electrical oven and refrigerator
maintained and clean
STORAGE
1 2 3 4 5
143. Area accessibility
144. Defined areas
145. Condition of lifting aids, e.g. trolley
146. Isolation and labelling of harmful substances
147. School applies ‘just-in-time’ principles to purchase of
materials
148. Stored materials regularly assessed and unused
material disposed of
149. Capacity adequate in each area
150. Storage laid out so that heavier materials are stored
at waist height
151. Staff not required to reach above shoulder heights
for extended periods
152. Manual handling tasks have been identified and
assessed
153. Adequate ventilation
154. Safe storage and disposal of cleaning, inflammable
fluids
155. Shelves free of dust and litter
STUDENTS OH&S
1 2 3 4 5
156. Students involved in identification of hazards to
reduce the risk of school related injuries, infections,
etc.
157. Guidelines set for students on the following issues:
(a) Strangers in and around the school
(b) Bicycle riding and maintenance, road rules
(c) Playground safety, e.g. shoe laces, warm
clothing
(d) Students know what to do if they find
“sharps” in the school yard, etc
(e) Classroom safety
(f) Trips/excursions/camps safety, e.g. bus
travel, supervision
(g) Travel to and from school, e.g. getting on
and off a bus, misbehaviour
(h) Students’ locker inspection, clean/tidy
(i) Parents dropping off and picking up from
school
(j) Promotion of health and safety, e.g. safety
competitions (colour drawings)
TOILETS AND DRINKING TAPS
1 2 3 4 5
158. Clean and in good working order, e.g. no leaks, no
litter
159. Adequate numbers to meet school requirements
Broken or damaged amenities replaced
159. Regular inspections carried out
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FIRST AID AND HYGIENE

FOOD PREPARATION AND HANDLING

Emergency Stop Button

Condition - Hand Tools

98. Adequate number of elected and trained OHS reps

SAFE SYSTEM OF WORK

SAFETY PUBLICATIONS AND NOTICES

SCHOOL GROUNDS (in and close to school)

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