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Government Facilities Compliance Checklist

Australia - AS 1851 - NCC 2022 - PSPF - WHS Act - Disability Standards

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Fire & Life Safety

AS 1851:2012 / NCC 2022

Essential Fire Safety Measures

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Annual Fire Safety Statement (AFSS) submissionAnnual
Fire safety schedule compliance auditAnnual
Fire indicator panel inspectionMonthly
Smoke detector functional testQuarterly
Fire alarm system annual inspectionAnnual

Fire Suppression

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Fire extinguisher visual inspectionMonthly
Fire extinguisher annual serviceAnnual
Sprinkler system visual inspectionMonthly
Fire pump operational testWeekly
Fire hose reel functional testMonthly
Hydrant system inspectionMonthly

Egress & Emergency

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Exit sign illumination checkMonthly
Emergency lighting functional testMonthly
Emergency lighting 90-minute discharge testAnnual
Fire door inspectionAnnual
Fire and evacuation drillAnnual
Emergency Control Organisation trainingAnnual
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Accessibility

Disability Standards 2010 / AS 1428.1

Access Paths & Entries

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Accessible entrance inspectionMonthly
Accessible path of travel inspectionQuarterly
Tactile ground surface indicators (TGSIs) checkQuarterly
Ramp and handrail conditionMonthly
Accessible parking spaces checkMonthly
Door hardware operation (lever handles)Monthly

Service Areas

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Public counter height compliance (870mm max)Annual
Waiting area accessibilityMonthly
Braille and tactile signage inspectionQuarterly
Hearing augmentation system testMonthly
Accessible toilet facilities checkMonthly
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Building Systems

NCC 2022 / WHS Regulations

HVAC Systems

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
HVAC filter replacementMonthly/Quarterly
Air handling unit inspectionQuarterly
Chiller/boiler maintenanceQuarterly/Annual
Building Management System (BMS) checkMonthly
Carpark ventilation system testAnnual

Indoor Air Quality

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
CO2 level monitoringContinuous/Quarterly
Temperature comfort verificationDaily
Humidity level checkWeekly
Air quality testing (post-renovation)Per project

Electrical Systems

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Electrical switchboard inspectionAnnual
RCD (safety switch) test6 Months
Emergency generator testMonthly
Generator load testAnnual
Switchboard thermal imagingAnnual
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Lifts & Vertical Transport

AS 1735

Lift Maintenance

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Lift maintenance by registered contractorMonthly
Lift annual safety inspectionAnnual
Lift emergency intercom testMonthly
Lift car lighting checkWeekly
Lift braille/accessibility complianceAnnual
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Security & Access Control

PSPF / State Guidelines

Physical Security

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Access control system testMonthly
CCTV/surveillance system checkWeekly
Security screening equipment checkDaily
Perimeter security inspectionDaily
Vehicle barriers/bollards checkMonthly
Key control auditMonthly

Emergency Communications

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Public address system testMonthly
Two-way radio system testWeekly
Duress alarm testMonthly
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Workplace Safety

WHS Act 2011

General Safety

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Slip/trip hazard inspectionDaily
Ergonomic workstation assessmentAnnual/Request
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) updateAnnual
PPE availability checkMonthly
Ladder safety inspectionBefore each use

Emergency Preparedness

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
First aid kit inspectionMonthly
AED inspection and battery checkMonthly
Emergency contact list updateQuarterly
Emergency management plan reviewAnnual
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Environmental Compliance

EPA / NABERS

Sustainability

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Energy consumption trackingMonthly
Water consumption trackingMonthly
Recycling program complianceWeekly
NABERS rating review (if applicable)Annual
Green Star rating maintenancePer certification

Hazardous Materials

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Asbestos register reviewAnnual
Asbestos condition assessmentAnnual
Lead paint inventory (pre-1970)Annual
Hazardous waste handling complianceOngoing
Refrigerant leak detectionAnnual
Disclaimer: This checklist is based on AS 1851:2012, NCC 2022, PSPF, WHS Act 2011, and Disability Standards 2010. Requirements may vary by state and security classification. Verify requirements with your relevant state authority and security advisor.
Last updated: February 2026 | Sources: Standards Australia, ABCB, Safe Work Australia, PSPF infodeck.io/au/resources/government-compliance-checklist