Workshop Inspection Checklist January 2012

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How to use this workshopinspection checklist

Use this checklist to inspect engineeringworkshops used for research, teachingor maintenance, and any associatedstorage areas. Include associatedcorridors, stairs and communal areassuch as toilets and kitchenettes/tea

rooms.

Inspections should be carried out at

least twice per year and preferably onceper term. Inspections should be donewhen workshops are occupied by sta and students, to get a true picture of

conditions and practices.

Consider getting a team together to help

you. The team should be limited to fourpeople and could include specialist sta in electrical, laser or radiation hazards if

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&eep a copy

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inspectionchecklistand recordaction takento correctthe faultsyou hae

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The answer to all these 'uestions should be (yes). If (no) you should note the location and brief details and inestigate theproblem further to identify actions.

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with copletion ates!pace an 'ayoutIs there enough space to moe around safely(minimum of 11 cubic metres per person)Is there enough space for storage of materials -e'uipment on shelves, cupboards, benches)Is there enough clear bench space to use

materials - e'uipment safely*re unauthorised people ecluded from theworkshopHousekeeping*re 0oors in a safe condition(no cracks, slippery or uneven patches etc)*re 0oors free of boes, swarf, o1cuts - othertrip hazards*re surfaces clean(including benches, shelves, equipment)*re there separate waste bins for 2

general waste wood dust

sharp waste )

e.g. glass, swarf, metal)*re bins emptied often enough4entilationIs there enough fresh air, without draughtsIs local ehaust entilation 3456 proided toremoe fumes - dust (e.g. wood dust, weldingor solder fumes)

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with copletion ates*re entilation systems tested annually(including fume cupboards & fume hoods)

$n6ironentIs the room temperature comfortable (at least

16° )

*re windows in clean and safe condition*re blinds 7tted to reduce glare or temperatureIs lighting ade'uate in all areas(in working order, clean and free of !icker orglare)Is etra lighting proided for close work whereneeded-anual Hanling*re stepladders or footstools used to reach highsheles*re heay - awkward items stored at waist

height where possible*re lifting aids aailable for moing heay orlarge loads (manual handling assessmentsneeded for handling heavy or awkward loads)&oilet an Hanwashing 7acilities*re handwashing - drying facilities aailable inthe workshop*re there enough toilets for men - womenwithin reasonable distance*re toilets - washbasins clean - in workingorder

*re hot and cold or warm6 running water, soapand towels or other cleaning hand/dryingfacilities6 proided in the toiletsitchenettes,&ea Roos*re sta - students warned - superised toensure there is no eating, drinking or smoking inthe workshop*re rest - eating facilities proided outside theworkshop*re 0oor and surfaces clean and tidy

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with copletion atesIs drinking water aailable*re power points - cables a safe distance fromwet areas*re microwae oen door seals clean -undamagedIs the fridge clean - defrosted

Is a 7re blanket proided where electric cookersare used7ire " contact ampus #acilities $anager if problems with %re doors, etinguishers or notices*re 0ammable substances used and storedsafely*re 7re eits and escape routes free ofobstructions*re 7re doors clearly marked and kept closed+o 7re door closing mechanisms operateproperly*re ision panels in doors unobstructed

*re 7re etinguishers proided and testedannually (check last test date on label)*re up to date 7re action notices displayed ino%ces or corridors (what to do in event of %re& %re assembly points)#ae 7re wardens been appointed and trainedfor this areaCan 7re alarms be heard in all areas*re smoking rules followedIs spark proof e'uipment used if necessaryPeople With *isailities

Is there access for people with impairedmobilitye.g. wheelchair users)Is there access to disabled toilets withinreasonable distance+o emergency eacuation procedures includepeople with disabilities (eg those who haveimpaired mobility, or can't hear %re alarms orsee %re eits)*re there up1to1date 8ersonal 4mergency

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with copletion ates4acuation 8lans 8448$6 for indiidual sta andstudents, if necessary7irst (i " contact occupational health service if problems regarding %rst aid*re up to date posters displayed with names -locations of trained 7rst aiders*re 7rst aid boes clearly marked - kept fully

stocked+o sta and students know how to obtain blankcopies of the *ccident 9eport :orm at all times(download from & pageshttp*++www.gre.ac.uk+policy+safety+policy+arr )Ha8arous !ustances*re up to date hazardous substances riskassessments aailable in the workshop, for workin progress( assessments needed for chemicals withha-ard warning labels on container)

*re suitable warning signs in place2 in the workshop

at the entrance to the workshop

on containers and e'uipment

*re all containers correctly labelled(name of chemical ha-ard warnings)*re incompatible chemicals segregated*re corrosie or 0ammable chemical containerskept in spillage trays*re suitable containers used for temporarystorage*re guards proided to protect against splashesIs cutting oil - coolant regularly changed,according to manufacturer)s instructionsPersonal Protecti6e $9uipent PP$

Is protectie clothing worn properly - in goodconditionIs suitable eye protection worn if needed(e.g. face shield goggles safety glasses)*re suitable gloes worn if needed(against sharp ob/ects, chemicals, heat or

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with copletion atessparks etc)Is respiratory protection suitable - worn ifneeded(e.g. respirators air"fed helmets)Is all 884 stored in a clean, uncontaminatedarea

Is suitable 884 aailable for emergency use(e.g. chemical spillages or radioactivecontamination)7urniture an 7ittings*re furniture - 7ttings in good condition(e.g. chairs, desks, shelving etc.)-achine ;uaring0angerous parts of machinery can causeserious in/uries*

rotating parts can entangle hair or clothing

machine parts which move together or to a

%ed point can cause crushing in/uries

parts which move past one another can

cause shearing in/uries

people can be struck by moving parts on a

machine

sharp edges can lead to cuts or severing

in/uries

operators can be in/ured by material being

e/ected from the machinery

parts of the body can be drawn into, or

become trapped, between running parts in

rollers, belts and pulley drives

stabbing in/uries or skin punctures can be

caused by sharply pointed parts friction in/uries and abrasions can arise from

the operator coming into contact with roughsurfaces on the machine

if a machine becomes very hot it can lead to

burns or scalds+o machine guards preent these in;uries

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with copletion ates*re guards always used*re guards 7ed e.g. by screws or nuts andboltsIf 7ed guards impracticable, are guardsinterlocked, so that the machine cannot startbefore the guard is closed - cannot be opened

while the machine is moing"here guards cannot gie full protection, arework holders, ;igs or push sticks used*re computer1controlled machines also properlyguarded+o guards allow for safe cleaning -maintenance of the machine+o all machine users - maintenance sta knowthat guards must be used and how to operatethem*re all guards - other safety deices inspected

- tested regularly-achine *esign*re emergency stop buttons or pedals easilyidenti7able - within easy reach*re operating controls clearly marked to showwhat to do*re operating controls designed - placed toaoid accidental operation(e.g. by shrouding start buttons or pedals)Can the machine be isolated from its energysource(e.g. electricity, gas)

*re the machine - work pieces securelyclamped to minimise ibration, noise - risk ofpieces being e;ected*re warning deices audible or isible - doeseeryone understand what they mean (e.g. hooters or !ashing lights)

=se of -achinery*re risks of in;ury minimised by reducing need

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with copletion atesto go near dangerous machine parts(eg. machines are fed or cleaned automatically)*re there precautions to preent unintentionalstart1up of machinery (e.g. by locking o machinery, 2ermit"to"3orksystems, portable warning signs and barriers to

prevent access)*re operators superised to ensure that theyuse guards - other protection proidedIs there always another member of sta nearbywhen dangerous machinery is being operated,cleaned or maintainedIs unattended e'uipment in use, labelled withdetails of hazards and contact person/user"nstruction an &raining+o all machine operators know how to operatethe machines6 they use

(so they know the risks of in/ury and precautionsto be taken)#ae all operators of woodworking machines -abrasie wheels completed approed trainingcoursesIs information about safe working loads,minimum speeds etc. clearly displayed one'uipment$lectrical !afetyIs


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4isual "nspection of $lectrical $9uipent 5 witch o and disconnect (unplug) equipment before inspecting. 4hen look for dangersigns is the cable coering intact

damage to the plug > is the casing intact and

pins straight is the lead intact without any ;oins

the outer coering of the cable is gripped

where it enters the plug or e'uipment see if the coloured insulation or copper of the

internal wires are completely coered. the plug, e'uipment or socket is free from

indications of oerheating eg brown burnmarks6 label any faulty equipment with 5donot use' signs & take out of use until checkedby an electrician. ncourage other sta to

report any faults or damaged equipment -aintenanceIs there a schedule of preentie maintenancefor all machines*re guards - safety deices tested -maintained in working order *re all inspections, tests, maintenance - repairsrecorded in a machine logIs there a safe system of work for maintenance( e.g. isolating from power supply, warningsigns, locking"o controls7)

#ae maintenance sta including contractors6been warned about the dangers - precautionsto be taken #oiseCan you hear someone two metres appro. sifeet6 away talking in a normal oice, whilemachines are in use*re ear defenders proided and worn if needed;ases*re gas taps easy to reach - turn on - o

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with copletion ates*re gas cylinders attached to a support ortrolley*re gas cylinder ales - tubing in goodcondition*re gas cylinders clearly labelled with contents- hazards

*re the correct regulators 7tted

*re gas lines - isolators clearly labelled*re portable gas cylinder kits stored in a lockedeternal enclosure when the workshop is not inusePressure 4essels*re pressure essels tested regularly*re instructions for use displayed nearby*re door seals - locks free from wear ordamage

*re pressure gauges easily readableRaiationall work involving radioactive substances mustbe approved by the 8adiation 2rotectionupervisor and follow local rules*re there clear instructions for the use ofradioactie materialsIs there a safe method of storageIs there a safe method of disposal*re all radioactie substances correctly labelled*re workers familiar with local rules

*re workers ade'uately trained*re the following aailable - being used whennecessary double containment

shielding

remote handling facilities

*re workers health checks, if necessary, up todate*re unauthorised people ecluded from thearea

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with copletion ates(e.g. cleaning sta etc.6Is there an up to date list of emergency contactnumbers displayed

'asersIs access to lasers of Class ?9 or aboe,restricted to trained users

*re lasers correctly labelled with class andhazard warning*re there up1to1date laser registration forms,risk assessment forms, laser surey forms, andlaser user registration forms for all lasers ofClass ?9 or aboe#ae completed forms been copied to theUniersity 3aser $afety *diser*re written procedures for use of lasers of Class?9 or aboe kept in the same area as the lasers*re warning signs displayed at entrances to the

room/areas*re there suitable interlocks on all access pointswith risk of eposure to lasers of Class ?@ orClass A'asersIs access to lasers class B or aboe, restricted totrained users*re warning signs displayed at entrances to therooms/areas*re there suitable interlocks on all access pointswith risk of eposure to lasers class ?@ orclass A*re lasers correctly labelled with class - hazardwarningIs there an up to date register of lasers and laserusers

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