Health & Safety Walkthrough Checklist

When to use this

Run by the office manager or facilities lead. Findings logged and acted on within 30 days. Required in many jurisdictions.

# Health & Safety Walkthrough Checklist

**Date:** [Date]   **Walked by:** [Name]   **Floor / area:** [Detail]

## Fire safety
- [ ] All fire exits clear and unobstructed
- [ ] Fire doors closing properly, not propped open
- [ ] Fire extinguishers in date and accessible
- [ ] Fire alarm test log up to date
- [ ] Fire wardens identified and trained
- [ ] Emergency lighting working
- [ ] Evacuation plan visible on each floor
- [ ] Last evacuation drill date: [Date]

## First aid
- [ ] First-aid kits stocked and in date
- [ ] First aiders identified and trained
- [ ] Defibrillator location signposted and tested
- [ ] Accident book / digital log up to date

## Trip and slip hazards
- [ ] No trailing cables in walkways
- [ ] No items stored on floors
- [ ] Wet-floor signage available
- [ ] Mats secured at entrances

## Workspace
- [ ] Display screen assessments done in last 12 months
- [ ] Adjustable seating for staff who need it
- [ ] Adequate lighting in all working areas
- [ ] Temperature comfortable for workforce

## Equipment
- [ ] PAT testing in date for portable electrical equipment
- [ ] Kitchen appliances clean and in date
- [ ] Boiler / kettle decalcified
- [ ] Microwave clean and working

## Hazards / findings
| # | Finding | Severity | Owner | Due |
|---|---------|----------|-------|-----|
|   |         |          |       |     |