Georgian College – Classroom Hazard Checklist.

Please make sure that all of your classrooms meet the following basic requirements for safety.

Floors                                                                                                                                   

• Clean, dry and free from debris that may cause slips, trips
• Free of loose tiles, carpet

Ceilings

• Ceiling tiles free from leaks
• Is audio-visual equipment securely suspended

Aisles, Walkways

• Clear and unobstructed
• Adequate width for emergency evacuations

Lighting

• Adequate lighting for task performed in area
• Light fixtures working

Indoor Air quality

• Temperature between 68 and 78 degrees
• Air ventilation adequate ( no strange odors)

Furnishings

• No broken areas on desks, chairs etc.
• Wheels on equipment carts operating smoothly
• Shelves, filing cabinets secured
• Shelves not overloaded and heavy items stored on bottom

Electrical

• GFI outlets when plug near water
• Power bars in good condition and CSA approved
• Power bars are direct to main electrical receptacle
• Three pronged plugs are used where required, all prongs in place
• Cords are places and secured to prevent tripping
• No outlets are over loaded with too many plugs