Subject 2 Compliant Aged Care Practice WORKPLACE

Subject 2 Compliant Aged Care Practice WORKPLACE SAFETY INSPECTION SHEET Task 1 This task requires you to conduct a WHS inspection at your work office. The objective is to identify hazards and monitor safe work standards and practices. Conduct the inspection following the checklist provided on the Workplace Inspection Sheet. For every area in the template, provide a risk rating by indicating if it is N/A (not applicable), Low, Medium, High, or Extreme in the Risk Rating column. Guidance: Refer to the table for the risk rating. Record any associated risks, and at least one (1) recommended control measure for each area inspected, where applicable AUTHORISATION TO CONDUCT THE INSPECTION This is to authorise to conduct a workplace safety inspection in office (within the work area specified below) as part of her project requirements for the unit HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care. Name of authorising personnel Signature: Position Date: WORKPLACE SAFETY CHECKLIST Work area: Person conducting the inspection: Date of inspection: Time of inspection: DETAILS OF ANY INJURY Area Safety Check Risk Rating Associated Risks Recommended Control Corridors/ Stairs No blind corners Handrails accessible Anti-slip tread on stairs Stairs in good condition Storage Item stored correctly Storage designed to minimise lifting problems Walking area clear Electrical Equipment checked and has current inspection tag No damaged appliances, points, plugs, cords No cords on floors or across walkways Equipment In good condition Manual available Relevant staff trained to operate Suitable for purpose used Maintenance checks/records up-to-date Ventilation Air vents, filters, extraction fans clean Servicing records kept up to date Hazardous substances All containers clearly labelled Stored appropriately Manual Handling Unnecessary manual handling eliminated Staff trained in manual handling Staff trained in use of mechanical aids Lighting Light fittings clean/working Work areas well lit Night lighting adequate Security lights working Safety signs WHS policy displayed First Aid, Protective and Fire Equipment, signs etc. posted Waste disposal Bin regularly emptied/cleaned Food scraps in vermin-proof bins Infectious waste disposal Sharps containers available (close to area of use) Infectious waste disposed of appropriately Fire/ Emergencies Extinguishers in place, serviced/not blocked Exits clearly marked/clear Exit/Emergency lighting works Action cards/emergency numbers displayed Smoke detectors tested Fire blanket accessible Employees know procedures (ask a sample of staff) First aid kit available, well stocked and clean Records kept of first

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