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Cleaning and COSHH Store Inspection Safety Checklist for Schools and Learning Environments

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Risk Assessment Description:

This cleaning and COSHH store inspection safety checklist template from Health & Safety Zone helps site managers, caretakers and premises staff ensure hazardous substances are stored, handled and controlled safely in educational settings.

It covers all essential safety dimensions including risk assessment, staff competence, safe storage, labelling, Safety Data Sheets, personal protective equipment, spill response, emergency provisions and make‑safe completion. The checklist aligns with the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 and related HSE guidance.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑inspection checks – verify that the store and procedures are ready before cleaning begins.
  • Routine store inspections – confirm ongoing compliance with COSHH requirements.
  • Post‑task review – ensure the area is left secure and any incidents are recorded.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A – any No answer must be resolved before work continues or the store is re‑locked.

To use the checklist, inspect each item and record Yes, No or N/A. Any No response must be addressed immediately, with corrective actions logged and the hazard controlled before the cleaning task continues. The completed checklist should be retained as evidence of compliance.

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Compliant with: Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.

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Checks covered in this Cleaning and COSHH Store Inspection checklist

This Cleaning and COSHH Store Inspection safety checklist template covers 20 checks. Customise the questions to your workplace, then download a professional, print-ready PDF with Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space.

#Checklist item
1Has a COSHH risk assessment for the cleaning operation been completed and communicated to staff?
2Are all staff carrying out the inspection trained and competent in COSHH handling?
3Is the storage area well‑ventilated and free from excess dust?
4Is the floor clean and free of trip hazards around the store?
5Are all chemicals stored away from food, drink or kitchen areas?
6Are storage cabinets or cupboards locked when not in use?
7Are all chemical containers clearly labelled with hazard symbols and contents?
8Is a current Safety Data Sheet available for each hazardous product?
9Are containers in good condition with no visible leaks or damage?
10Is appropriate PPE (gloves, goggles, aprons) provided and worn by staff?
11Are suitable eye protection and face shields available for splash risks?
12Are chemical‑resistant gloves supplied for the substances being used?
13Is a spill kit readily accessible and fully stocked for the chemicals stored?
14Are emergency contact numbers and the location of the first‑aid kit clearly displayed?
15Is a first‑aid kit available nearby the store area?
16Are incompatible chemicals stored separately to prevent reactions?
17Are the quantities of each hazardous substance kept within authorised limits?
18Are waste disposal procedures for chemical residues clearly defined and followed?
19Has the area been cleaned and any spills dealt with after the inspection?
20Is the storage area securely locked after use and all keys accounted for?

Frequently asked questions

Are these safety checklist templates really free to download?

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What format do the safety checklists download in?

Checklists download as a professional PDF, ready to print and complete on-site — each question has clear Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space. You choose portrait or landscape at download. Word and spreadsheet formats are being added.

Can I customise the checklist questions to my workplace?

Yes — fully. Add your own questions, edit or remove any of the pre-written ones, and reorder them to suit your site, task or inspection before you download.

Are the safety checklists suitable for UK workplaces?

Yes. The checklists are written around UK health and safety good practice and HSE guidance, and are suitable for inspections, audits, toolbox checks and routine workplace monitoring.

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How do I complete the checklist once it is downloaded?

The exported checklist is a blank, ready-to-use document: print it and tick Yes, No or N/A against each question and write any comments in the notes space, then sign and date it in the sign-off section.

What types of safety checklist can I create?

We are building specialist checklists across a wide range of subjects and industries — fire safety, workplace inspections, equipment and machinery checks, site inductions, vehicle checks, PPE, first aid and more. Browse by category to find the right one.

How often should safety checklists be completed?

It depends on the activity and your risk assessment — many checks are daily, weekly or monthly, while others are done before each task or shift. Completed, dated checklists provide a useful record of your monitoring.

Are the checklists a substitute for a risk assessment?

No. A checklist is a monitoring and inspection tool that complements your risk assessments and method statements — it helps confirm that controls are in place and working. Use them alongside your risk assessments.