Office Safety Checklist

Auditee Auditee Audit Auditor

Department: Unit: Date: Name:
Building/Rooms covered on this
checklist:

Housekeeping Yes No N/A

1. Are extension cords, phone cords and cables are properly routed and
covered to avoid tripping hazard?
2. Are all workstations adequate in orderliness and cleanliness?
3. Are aisles, doorways, corridors and corners free of obstructions to permit
visibility and movement?
4. Is the floor slippery, oily, wet or have loose material or debris?
5. Are there any observable cobwebs present?
6. Do all telephone sets, Fans/ACs, lights appear to be clean upon visual
inspection?
7. Does any equipment/material have sharp metal projections?
8. Are stairways in good condition with presence of handrail?
9. Are materials stacked on desks or cabinets?
10. Are desk and file drawers kept closed when not in use?
11. Is wooden furniture free of termite and in good and acceptable
condition?
12. Are washrooms and food preparation areas clean?
13. Are all waste materials placed in the proper waste containers and
emptied regularly?
Ergonomics Yes No N/A
1. Are all office equipment being used correctly?
2. Are the chairs fully adjustable (seat and back)?
3. Is the monitor positioned directly in front of person?
4. Are Employees properly positioned at their desk and maintain good
neutral posture?
5. Are employees using their workstation efficiently and avoid stretching or
reaching for objects placed far away?
Civil Yes No N/A
1. Are doors and windows in good working order in the following aspects?
a) They’re free to move without causing any unpleasant noise.
b) Sealing health is adequate.
2. Are all windows unbroken and free from any type of damage?
3. Are doors and windows proper sealed against rain water ingress and
pests entrance?
4. Is the floor surface level and undamaged?
5. Does the exterior of the building present no safety concern?
6. Are there any observable cracks, drips or water damage in walls or ceiling
of office?
7. Are ceiling tiles intact, undamaged and in place?
8. Do air conditioning vents and ducts appear to be clean upon visual
inspection?
9. Are materials neatly and safely piled in material storage areas?
10. Are there stepladders or stools to get to materials on higher shelves?
11. Are storage shelves overloaded or beyond their rated capacity?
12. Are MSDS available for office and housekeeping chemicals?
Electrical Yes No N/A
1. Is the lighting in work areas and walkways adequate?
2. Are all electrical equipments certified by electrical department?
3. Are all plugs, cords, electrical panels, and receptacles in good condition?
4. Is electrical wiring properly concealed?
5. Are space heaters equipped with overheat sensors?
Evacuation/ Fire Prevention Yes No N/A
1. Are fire extinguishers easily accessible, inspected monthly, and
operational?
2. Are all emergency exits free of obstruction and unlocked?
3. Are exit signs illuminated and visible?
4. Is the evacuation plan present and posted?
5. Are emergency numbers prominently posted?

Auditor’s Signature

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