Sample Hazard Identification Checklist (Page 4 of 4) in pdf

Sample Hazard Identification Checklist Page 4

14. External areas

Fencing is secure, unscaleable and of a height

prescribed by the Building Code of Australia

(no breaches in the fence or materials left

adjacent that would assist children to scale the

fence)

Child-proof locks are fitted to gates

Paving and paths have an even surface and

are in good repair

Paving and path surfaces are free of slipping

hazards, such as sand

Soft-fall and grass areas are free of hazards

Equipment and materials used are in good

repair and free of hazards

15. Equipment

Furniture and play equipment are in good

repair (no protruding bolts, nails, splinters)

Impact-absorbing material is placed under all

equipment where fall height could exceed 0.5

metres

Guardrails are provided for play equipment

over 1 metre

16. Sun protection

There is an adequate supply of SPF 30+

broad spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen

provided for use by children and staff

Sunhats are provided for all staff required to

work in the sun

There is a Sun Protection Policy in place,

which requires staff and children, and others

who work in the sun to use sunscreen and an

appropriate sunhat

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