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External

Comprehensive signage for delivery drivers in multiple languages

Comprehensive signage for visitors

Separate routes for trucks and pedestrians

Staff cars parked away from warehouse exits

Is there disabled access into the building?

Perimeter fencing in good order

Security gates/barriers in good working order

External ground in good condition

Exterior lighting is sufficient and in good order

LPG Gas and diesel for MHE kept in suitably safe and secure area

Separate area for storage of waste packaging, away from the main building

Are broken pallets and defective equipment stored safely and away from the main building?

Vehicle speeds are controlled

Is there sufficient space for goods vehicle parking?

Sufficient turning space for all types of vehicles

Internal page 1

Personnel Security checks on entry and exit

All exits are secure

Visitors and attendance books available for inspection and accurate

Visitors are given safety briefing/instructions

Visitors are escorted at all times

Is there disabled access into the warehouse?

Intruder alarm systems installed and inspected regularly

Stock adequately protected from theft and pilferage

Is the building, including the roof, wind- and watertight?

Is the floor surface in good condition (clean and dry)?

Is the floor capable of taking the weight of the storage medium and load in terms of point loading?

Sufficient doors for volume of traffic entering and leaving the warehouse

Warehouse is clean and tidy

Documented cleaning schedule in place

Adequate pest control in place

Teams given responsibility for cleanliness of own areas

Internal page 2

Exits clearly lit, marked and obstruction free

Adequate number of personnel exit doors

Fire escapes, fire doors clearly marked

Are there sufficient fire doors?

Are fire doors obstruction free?

Fire protection system in place, eg sprinklers

Fire alarms are tested weekly

Fire alarm drills are carried out periodically

Fire extinguishers and water hoses clearly marked

Escape routes clearly marked and obstruction free

Doors and windows are fitted with safety glass

Internal page 3

Sufficient space between rack ends and external walls

No smoking signs clearly visible

Safety equipment regularly inspected, checked and maintained

First aid boxes provided and fully stocked

Eye wash facilities available

Named and suitably trained first aiders

At least one first aider per 50 staff

Lighting is sufficient in each section

Sufficient natural light available

Eco lighting used

Lights are switched off when area not in use

Clerestory windows and roof lights cleaned regularly

Is there sufficient emergency lighting provided in areas where staff are at risk?

Is the air quality acceptable?

Is there an audible alarm to detect unsafe areas with poor ventilation?

Is the noise at an acceptable level?

Is the temperature conducive to working?

Internal page 4

Are there sufficient, visible thermometers?

Are battery-charging areas marked adequately and clear of obstruction?

Trucks recharged in a well-ventilated and risk-free area

Is there suitable safety information signage at the battery-charge area?

Are tools and packing materials stored in their designated areas?

Racking condition is checked regularly and reported

Racking is independently inspected regularly

Are there any broken or collapsing pallets in the racking?

Are there any overhanging pallets in the racks?

Weight capacity visible on the end of the racks

Waste receptacles at the end of each aisle

Are racking legs protected?

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