Australia Veterinary Practice Safety Audit Checklist

This veterinary practice safety audit checklist ensures compliance with state/territory Veterinary Practitioners Board/Registration Board requirements, Radiation Safety Standards, Poisons and Therapeutic Goods legislation, WHS Act 2011, and Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) guidelines. Covers clinical practice safety, controlled substances management, radiation protection, infection control, and occupational health and safety.

Industry: Healthcare
Frequency: Monthly
Estimated Time: 30-40 minutes
Role: Practice Principal / Head Veterinarian / Practice Manager
Total Items: 30
Compliance: Veterinary Practitioners Board (State/Territory), WHS Act 2011, Radiation Safety Standards, Poisons & Therapeutic Goods Legislation, AVA Guidelines

Clinical Areas & Equipment

Clinical area condition and equipment safety.

Consulting rooms clean and well-maintained?
Surgical area clean, sterile, and properly equipped?
Clinical equipment maintained and serviced?
Patient monitoring equipment calibrated and functional?
Emergency drugs and equipment accessible and in date?

Controlled Substances (S4/S8)

Controlled substances management per state/territory legislation.

Schedule 8 register maintained accurately?
S8 drugs stored in approved locked safe?
Schedule 4 drugs properly controlled and stored?
Drug stock reconciliation performed regularly?
Drug disposal recorded with witness?

Anaesthesia & Surgical Safety

Anaesthetic and surgical safety protocols.

Anaesthetic machine serviced and tested?
Waste anaesthetic gas scavenging system functional?
Patient monitoring during anaesthesia per protocols?
Surgical sterility maintained (instruments, drapes)?
Post-operative recovery monitoring adequate?

Radiation Safety

Radiation protection for veterinary imaging.

Radiation use licence/registration current?
Lead aprons, gloves, and thyroid shields available?
Personal dosimetry monitoring in place?
Radiation warning signage displayed?
Manual restraint during imaging minimised?

Infection Control & Biosecurity

Infection prevention and biosecurity measures.

Hand hygiene facilities available and used?
Clinical surfaces disinfected between patients?
Isolation facilities available for infectious cases?
Sharps containers available and compliant?
Clinical waste managed per EPA requirements?

WHS Compliance

Workplace health and safety for veterinary staff.

Animal handling and restraint protocols in place?
Staff aware of zoonotic disease risks and precautions?
Manual handling training current for staff?
Workplace injury register maintained?
Additional observations and actions required

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Why Use This Australia Veterinary Practice Safety Audit Checklist?

This australia veterinary practice safety audit checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for practice principal / head veterinarian / practice manager professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.

Ensures compliance with Veterinary Practitioners Board (State/Territory), WHS Act 2011, Radiation Safety Standards, Poisons & Therapeutic Goods Legislation, AVA Guidelines. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Australia Veterinary Practice Safety Audit Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Clinical Areas & Equipment, Controlled Substances (S4/S8), Anaesthesia & Surgical Safety, Radiation Safety, Infection Control & Biosecurity, WHS Compliance. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 30-40 minutes.

Who should use this Australia Veterinary Practice Safety Audit Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Practice Principal / Head Veterinarian / Practice Manager professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.