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Health & Safety Checklist

This health and safety checklist is a quick monthly walk-round tool for office managers, admin teams and small-unit supervisors. It covers the basics that cause most problems: fire safety, electrical points, first aid, housekeeping, welfare facilities, and emergency readiness, with space for action owners.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]

HEALTH & SAFETY CHECKLIST

Premises:
[Work Location]
Checked by:
[Employee Name], [Designation]
Date:
[DD/MM/YYYY]
Period:
[Month / Week]

Fire Safety

  • Fire extinguishers in place, pressure gauge in green, refill date valid
  • Emergency exits unlocked, unobstructed and signed
  • Fire alarm / smoke detectors tested this month
  • Evacuation plan displayed on each floor
  • No storage of combustible material near electrical panels

Electrical Safety

  • No loose wires, damaged plugs or exposed cables
  • No overloaded multi-plug sockets or daisy-chained extensions
  • Electrical panels closed, labelled, with clear access
  • UPS / battery room ventilated and dry

First Aid

  • First-aid box stocked and items within expiry
  • Names and numbers of trained first-aiders displayed
  • Nearest hospital and ambulance number displayed

Housekeeping and Movement

  • Floors dry, no trip hazards, cables managed
  • Staircases have handrails and adequate lighting
  • Heavy items stored at low level
  • Waste segregated and removed daily

Welfare Facilities

  • Safe drinking water available and dispenser cleaned
  • Toilets clean, separate for women, with running water
  • Adequate lighting and ventilation in work areas
  • Pantry / canteen clean and pest-free
  • Rest area or creche facilities as applicable

Emergency Readiness

  • Emergency contact list updated and displayed
  • Assembly point marked and known to staff
  • Last mock drill date recorded: [DD/MM/YYYY]
  • Safety marshals named for each floor and shift

Actions Required

Issue FoundLocationActionOwnerTarget DateStatus
[Issue][Area][Action][Owner Name][DD/MM/YYYY][Open / Closed]
[Issue][Area][Action][Owner Name][DD/MM/YYYY][Open / Closed]
[Issue][Area][Action][Owner Name][DD/MM/YYYY][Open / Closed]
Checked by
[Employee Name]
Date: [Date]
Reviewed by
[Branch Head / Admin Head]
Date: [Date]

What this template includes

  • Fire safety: extinguishers, exits, alarms
  • Electrical: wiring, overloaded sockets, panel access
  • First aid: box stocked, trained first-aiders displayed
  • Housekeeping and slips, trips and falls
  • Welfare: drinking water, toilets, lighting, ventilation
  • Emergency: contact list, evacuation map, assembly point
  • Action summary with owner and target date

When to use it

  • Monthly admin walk-round of an office, showroom or clinic
  • Weekly check at a small workshop, store or warehouse
  • Before reopening premises after renovation or long closure
  • When a new facility manager takes over

How to customise this template

  1. 1Delete items that do not apply (e.g., no lift) and add site-specific ones
  2. 2Split by floor or area for large premises
  3. 3Laminate a copy and use a whiteboard marker for quick weekly checks
  4. 4Feed open items into your maintenance ticket system
  5. 5Keep completed sheets for at least [Number] months

HR tips

  • Walk the route an employee would take in an evacuation
  • Check the expiry or refill date on every extinguisher, not just its presence
  • Photograph defects to speed up repairs
  • Rotate the person doing the check to get fresh eyes

This checklist covers general good practice; specific requirements under the OSH Code, 2020, fire service rules and Shops & Establishments or factory rules vary by state, so verify what applies and consult a safety professional.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should a health and safety checklist be done?+

A monthly walk-round suits most offices; workshops and warehouses benefit from weekly checks. High-risk factories need more detailed inspections.

Who should fill the health and safety checklist?+

The admin manager, facility manager or a trained safety marshal usually completes it, with the branch head reviewing open actions.

Is this checklist enough for a factory?+

No. Factories need detailed inspection and audit checklists covering machinery, chemicals and permits. Use the workplace inspection or safety audit checklist for that.