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Eyewash Station Inspection Checklist

Weekly and quarterly eyewash and safety shower compliance record

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Station & Inspection Details

Inspection Items

Circle or mark the applicable column for each item: P = Pass  |  F = Fail  |  N/A = Not applicable. Record notes for any F.

# Check P F N/A Notes / Action
Location & Accessibility
1Location: station is in its designated position and clearly visible
2Access path: unobstructed within 10 seconds travel from hazard area
3Signage: eyewash sign is visible, legible and illuminated (if required)
4Floor area: clear, non-slip, no trip hazards around station
Water Flow & Delivery
5Activation: valve or lever operates with one hand in one second or less
6Flow: both nozzles deliver a steady, even stream to both eyes
7Flow duration: station maintains continuous flow for at least 15 minutes
8Stay-open valve: once activated, valve remains open without hand pressure
9Water supply: connected, no leaks in plumbing or supply line
Water Quality & Temperature
10Clarity: water runs clear, no discolouration or sediment
11Temperature: tepid water between 16 °C and 38 °C (per AS 4775)
12Odour: no unusual smell indicating contamination or stagnation
13Flushing: weekly flush completed to prevent bacterial growth (date recorded)
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Station ID
Date
Inspector
# Check P F N/A Notes / Action
Physical Condition & Cleanliness
14Nozzle covers: dust caps in place and intact (removed easily)
15Nozzles: clean, free of debris, corrosion or mineral build-up
16Bowl / basin: clean, draining correctly, no blockage
17Body / frame: no cracks, rust, damage or loose mounting
18Drain: outlet clear and connected to waste or appropriate drainage
Self-Contained Units (if applicable)
19Fluid level: reservoir is full to required level
20Expiry date: solution is within shelf life, not expired
21Seal: tamper seal intact (if fitted)
Compliance & Documentation
22Inspection tag: current tag attached with last inspection date recorded
23AS 4775 compliance: station meets Australian Standard requirements
24Operating instructions: posted near station and legible
Overall Result
PASS: all items satisfactory, station fit for service ACTION REQUIRED: item(s) to rectify, see below FAIL: station out of service, report immediately

Defects & Action Required  (list any item marked F: reference item # from checklist)

Item # Defect description Action taken / reported to Rectified by / date

Declaration

I declare that I have completed this eyewash station inspection. I have reported any defects or non-compliant items. Any station found to be non-functional, contaminated or non-compliant with AS 4775 has been reported to the responsible person and will not remain in service until rectified.

Inspector Sign-off
Signature
Print name
Date & time
Supervisor / Safety Officer Acknowledgement
Signature
Print name
Date