Preparing For COR Safety Audits

Building safety audits are undertaken to identify and evaluate the inherent hazards in the building/structure that may impact the occupants' use of the building. Regehr Workplace Safety Solutions provide a range of building safety audits for building owners that contrast the property against known workplace health and safety-related standards. By conducting a building safety audit prior to the purchase of a property, property owners can evaluate potential risks and quantify costs associated with the rectification of the safety issues identified.

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Through the conduct of a building safety audit, building owners can potentially identify issues and the adequacy of building safety systems:

• Hazardous materials such as lead and asbestos as a component of the building structure or the building plant (examples may include paint, building materials or plant items like asbestos is air conditioning heater banks or lift wells)

• Compliance of exits and escape routes

• Slip, trip, and fall hazards

• HVAC Potential air quality issues with air handling systems

• Adequacy of lighting for the tasks to be performed

• Outdoor lighting in walking areas

• Traffic management

• Handrail and walkways compliance

• Potential work at height issues associated with access for routine tasks

• Building structural issues (building design and maintenance) – fit for use purposes

• Management of confined spaces at the building

• Fire safety equipment

• Building safety systems and procedures

• Safety signs used in the premises