Here are just some of the basic aspects, but more can certainly be considered when it comes to your Health and Safety. 1. Working Environment – Proper and adequate ventilation? – Sufficient lighting? – Are security systems (CCTV cameras, radios, alarms) in place and working? – Enough working space for all employees? – Are floors and floor coverings, e.g. carpets, in good condition? – Are walkways free from foreseeable trip/slip hazards? – Is fire equipment available, serviced and in working order? – Are emergency exits available and easily accessible? – Are all important and legally required signs available in your workplace? – Are they compliant with the SANS standards and in the correct position? (E.g. emergency exit, first aid kit location, prohibited areas etc.) 2. Electricity Safety – Is access to electrical system restricted to authorised persons? – Are plugs and leads in good condition? – Are socket outlets at least 1m away from running water? 3. Health and Hospitality – Is there an easily accessible and adequately stocked first aid boxes? – Are there suitable and sufficient toilet facilities? – Are suitable washing facilities available? 4. Working Equipment / Resources – Is all working equipment/machinery in a safe and sound manner? – Is machinery security features (guards, sensors) in place and working condition? – Is the Personal Protective Equipment being used of the required standards? – Is excess PPE available for any visitors who may require to enter into hazardous areas in your premises? 5. Employees – Are employees adequately trained on health and safety in the workplace, training in aspects like fire drills and emergency preparedness – Do employees know the location of emergency services (first aid, fire equipment, alarms etc?) 6. Other aspects – Are wall mounted fixtures, shelving, furniture etc. in good condition and secure? – Is storage of small quantities of flammable/hazardous substances suitable? – Are all parts of the building maintained in a clean and tidy condition?