General School Safety Inspection Checklist - School District 68
General School Safety Inspection Checklist - School District 68
General School Safety Inspection Checklist - School District 68
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<strong>Safety</strong> Office<br />
<strong>School</strong> <strong>District</strong> <strong>68</strong> (Nanaimo-Ladysmith)<br />
395 Wakesiah Avenue, Nanaimo, BC V9R 3K6<br />
Telephone: (250) 741-5215 / (250) 741-5276<br />
Fax: (250) 741-5259<br />
GENERAL SCHOOL SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST<br />
(To be completed twice in a school year – Fall/Winter & Winter/Spring terms)<br />
LOCATION: ________________________________________DATE: ________________________________________<br />
Hazard Rating Column<br />
“A” = potential to cause loss of life, body part and/or extensive loss of structure, equipment or material<br />
“B” = potential to cause a serious injury, illness or property damage<br />
“C” = potential to cause a non-disabling injury or non-disruptive property damage<br />
Requirements: Yes No Hazard<br />
Rating<br />
Follow-up Action Plan to Rectify<br />
<strong>General</strong> Conditions<br />
1. <strong>District</strong> Occupational H&S Policy posted on H&S<br />
Bulletin Board<br />
2. H&S consistently an agenda item at regular staff<br />
meetings.<br />
3. Joint Site-based Committee Meeting minutes posted on<br />
H&S Bulletin Board for 3 months.<br />
4. Asbestos Site-Plan Posted in Office and available to all<br />
staff.<br />
Floors / Walkways / Washrooms<br />
5. Aisles and Doorways are clear of materials or<br />
equipment.<br />
6. Carpets or tiles are in good condition, free of loose or<br />
lifting carpeting or tile.<br />
7. Floors are kept dry.<br />
8. Soap and Towels are present in washrooms<br />
Stairs, Ladders and Platforms – see ladder inspection<br />
checklist.<br />
Walls<br />
9. Signs and fixtures are securely fastened to the wall.<br />
Storage<br />
10. Service/Electrical rooms are clear of stored materials.<br />
11. Storage layout minimizes lifting problems.<br />
12. Trolleys or dollies are available to move heavy items.<br />
13. Floors and shelves are clear of rubbish.<br />
14. Racks and shelves are in good condition.<br />
Electrical<br />
15. Electrical cords are in good condition.<br />
16. There is clear access to electrical panels and switches.<br />
17. Electrical cords are secured under desks or along<br />
baseboards<br />
18. Proper plugs are used.<br />
19. Plugs, sockets and switches are in good condition.<br />
Chairs<br />
20. Chairs are in good condition.<br />
Computers<br />
21. The mouse and keyboard are on the same level.<br />
22. The angle of the keyboard allows worker to work with
Requirements: Yes No Hazard<br />
Rating<br />
Follow-up Action Plan to Rectify<br />
his/her wrists straight.<br />
Fire <strong>Safety</strong> and Security<br />
23. Displays (combustible materials) on all walls and ceilings<br />
are limited to maximum 20% of area.<br />
24. Check Fire Drill Record book to ensure Fire Drills are<br />
conducted a minimum of three times in each of fall and<br />
spring terms. Earthquake duck, cover and hold drills<br />
three times a year – can be combined with Fire<br />
Evacuation Drills.<br />
25. Fire extinguishers are clearly marked.<br />
26. Fire extinguishers are properly installed on walls.<br />
27. Fire extinguishers have been inspected within the last<br />
year.<br />
28. Employees have been trained to use fire extinguishers.<br />
29. Fire extinguishers are fully visible and accessible.<br />
30. Flammable liquids are properly stored in flameproof<br />
cabinet.<br />
31. Emergency phone numbers are close to phones and<br />
visible.<br />
32. Smoke, fire and security alarms are in place.<br />
33. Fire Exit Procedures are posted.<br />
Entrances and Exits<br />
34. Sidewalks and walkways are unobstructed and in good<br />
condition.<br />
35. Emergency exits are clear of materials or equipment.<br />
36. Emergency exit signs are working and visible.<br />
37. Emergency lighting units are provided and are working.<br />
First Aid and Emergency Procedures<br />
38. First Aid Attendant identified and name posted<br />
conspicuously.<br />
39. WCB Accident Log book up to date (review monthly<br />
recordings).<br />
40. The first aid kit is accessible and clearly marked – first<br />
aid supplies are maintained.<br />
41. WCB Incident Report forms are readily available.<br />
42. Emergency numbers are posted.<br />
43. Visitor Log maintained (provided schools use this<br />
system).<br />
Garbage<br />
44. Bins are located at suitable points.<br />
45. Bins are emptied regularly.<br />
Hazardous Materials<br />
46. Material <strong>Safety</strong> Data Sheets are available for all<br />
hazardous materials.<br />
47. Containers are clearly labeled.<br />
48. Hazardous materials are properly stored.<br />
49. Hazardous materials are disposed of properly.<br />
Exterior<br />
50. All goal posts are anchored either in the ground or to a<br />
permanent structure<br />
51. Play structures have no physical signs of damage
Requirements: Yes No Hazard<br />
Rating<br />
Follow-up Action Plan to Rectify<br />
Parking<br />
52. Walkways are appropriately lighted.<br />
53. Parking spots are safe (names should not be painted on<br />
spots).<br />
<strong>General</strong> Questions<br />
54. Employees know where to go and who to call for first aid<br />
assistance.<br />
55. Employees know where to find MSDSs for chemical<br />
products.<br />
56. Employees know where to find personal protective<br />
equipment (disposable gloves, eye protection).<br />
57. Employees know how to use personal protective<br />
equipment.<br />
Other Comments:<br />
Dated:____________________________<br />
Signed:___________________________________________________________________________________________
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