Checklist · Workplace Health & Safety
Workshop Housekeeping & Safety Inspection
Weekly or monthly inspection of a mechanical, fabrication or trade workshop covering housekeeping, machine guarding, electrical safety, compressed gas, chemicals, fire safety and amenities.
38 checklist items · Last reviewed
Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| INSPECTION DETAILS | ||
| Inspection Date | ||
| Workshop / Location | ||
| Inspected By | ||
| Workshop Supervisor | ||
| HOUSEKEEPING | ||
| Floors clean, dry and free of oil, swarf and offcuts | Pass | Fail |
| Walkways marked and clear of obstructions | Pass | Fail |
| Benches tidy; tools returned to storage after use | Pass | Fail |
| Waste and scrap bins available and not overflowing | Pass | Fail |
| Spill kit available and stocked | Pass | Fail |
| MACHINERY & GUARDING | ||
| Fixed machines (lathes, drill presses, saws) guards in place | Pass | Fail |
| Emergency stops accessible and tested | Pass | Fail |
| Bench grinder tool rests and tongue guards adjusted correctly | Pass | Fail |
| Machines with lockout facility and procedure displayed | Pass | Fail |
| Vehicle hoists: inspection current, arms and locks serviceable | Pass | Fail |
| Jacks and stands rated and in good condition | Pass | Fail |
| ELECTRICAL | ||
| Portable tools and leads tested and tagged | Pass | Fail |
| Power points and switchboard covers undamaged | Pass | Fail |
| RCD protection in place and test recorded | Pass | Fail |
| No leads across walkways or through water | Pass | Fail |
| GAS CYLINDERS & WELDING | ||
| Gas cylinders upright, chained and capped when not in use | Pass | Fail |
| Oxygen stored separately from fuel gases | Pass | Fail |
| Flashback arrestors fitted on oxy-fuel sets | Pass | Fail |
| Welding screens in place to protect others | Pass | Fail |
| CHEMICALS | ||
| Chemicals labelled and stored in suitable cabinet | Pass | Fail |
| SDS available for chemicals in use | Pass | Fail |
| Flammable liquids stored away from ignition sources | Pass | Fail |
| FIRE & EMERGENCY | ||
| Fire extinguishers accessible, in date and suitable for hazards | Pass | Fail |
| Exits clear and signed | Pass | Fail |
| First aid kit and eyewash station accessible and stocked | Pass | Fail |
| NOISE, LIGHTING & AMENITIES | ||
| Hearing protection signage and earmuffs available | Pass | Fail |
| Lighting adequate over benches and machines | Pass | Fail |
| Ventilation / fume extraction operating | Pass | Fail |
| Lunchroom and toilets clean | Pass | Fail |
| ACTIONS & SIGN-OFF | ||
| Issues identified | ||
| Corrective actions and person responsible | ||
| Corrective Action Due Date | ||
| Inspector Signature | ||
| Supervisor Signature | ||