What are the points to be considered while carrying out the internal control review of working environment, safety and security?

CS Executive · Company Accounts & Auditing Practices · PYQS · June 2021
What are the points to be considered while carrying out the internal control review of working environment, safety and security?

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Internal Control Review of Working Environment, Safety & Security The following points to be considered while carrying out the Internal Control Review of working environment, safety and security: Whether separate areas are identified for inventory storage and handling, high value part storage, shipping and receiving, vaults, toxic materials; Whether entry and exit points for sensitive areas have appropriate security controls such as security personnel, gate passes, restricted access mechanisms, card keys, cameras and lighting, perimeter fencing; Whether smoke detection and fire-fighting equipment are functional and provide adequate protection; Whether the workers use self-protective devices at the work place; Whether equipment and evacuation procedures are tested on a regular basis and documented; Whether security incidents i.e. accidents/theft etc. are formally reported and tracked.

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