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Construction work site safety checklist

Prioritize safety on your construction site with our thorough Work Site Safety Checklist. From protective gear to equipment checks, this checklist covers every crucial aspect to create a secure work environment. Minimize accidents, adhere to regulations, and promote a culture of safety. Download our checklist today and empower your team to identify and address potential hazards. Safeguard lives, enhance productivity, and build with confidence. Because when it comes to construction, safety is the foundation for success.

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1.0 DOCUMENTS
1.1 Is the safety management plan for this project on site
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1.2 Have safe work method statements (SWMS) been provided prior to work commencing for all site activities
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1.3 have SWMS been reviewed
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1.4 Is the construction environmental plan on site
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1.5 Is there a accident/injury register on site
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1.6 Have you provided written advice regarding rectification of site safety/environmental instructions
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1.7 Is there a register of asbestos on site
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1.8 Is there a hazardous substances register on site
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1.9 Is there a register of plant & equipment on site
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1.10 Is there a record of electrical equipment inspections
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2.0 INDUCTION
2.1 Are there induction records on site
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2.2 Have all workers undergone a site induction training prior to work on site
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3.0 CONSULTATION
3.1 What consultation with employees has occurred since the last checklist
4.0 SITE AREA
4.1 Security- Is the site security fenced
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4.2 Signage
Is there a clearly visible sign stating name and contact number of after hours and emergency contact for the project
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Is there construction &PPE signage displayed
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Is there an emergency/serious accident procedure displayed
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4.3 Emergency/Incidents
Where is the nearest phone in case of emergency
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Are ther suitable fire extinguishers on site and where
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Is there a fully stocked first aid kit on site
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Is there a qualified first aid person on site, names required
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Is there a spill kit on site and where located
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Ha a spill kit been used since the last inspection
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4.4 Amenities
Are there washing facilities
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Is ther adequate fresh, cool drinking water
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Are rubbish bins provided
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4.5 Waste disposal
Is there a rubbish/waste container on site
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Is the site area clear of rubbish/scattered materials
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Were roads and paths cleaned (at work completion)
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Have you submitted a waste disposal report since last site inspection
4.6 Specific work areas
Are fences/barricades around trenches and work areas
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Are excavations >1.5m benched/battered/shored
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5. LADDERS & SCAFFOLDING
Ladders
Are all ladders construction rated
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Are all ladders used on site rated for electrical work
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Scaffolding
If the scaffold is under construction, has a safety barrier been set up near the scaffold base
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Is proper ladder access provided to scaffold working decks
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Are scaffolds secured against tipping
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Are the planks secure
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Has scaffolding of more than 4m or more been signed off by a licensed scaffolding contractor
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Are hand rails and toe boards in place along the full length of the scaffold
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6. HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
Are copies do material safety data sheets (MSDS) available on site for all registered substances
Are all containers of chemicals adequately labelled (including decanted ones)
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Have site workers been trained in how to use the chemicals/spill kits safely
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Is adequate ventilation provided when chemicals are stored or in use
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7. TOOLS
Do the machines/tools on site have guards fitted
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Electrical
Are electrical leads and plugs in good condition
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Are extension leads off the ground
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Is there any electrical equipment over due for inspection
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Are all the construction supply boards locked at the end of days work
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Are all power outlets protected by earth leakage devices
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Explosive Tools
Are there explosive powered tools in use on site
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Are warning signs for explosive powered tools displayed
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Are operators licensed
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8. PLANT & EQUIPMENT
8.1 Documentation
Do plant operators have appropriate licenses or competencies
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Does all machinery have registration/permits
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Are safety check log books for machinery being completed
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8.2 Specific Plant
Where quick hitch systems are being used, is a safety pin in place
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Do backhoes/excavators have "beware of electrical hazards" signs
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Is the work close to power lines &/or underground services and are all workers aware of regulations
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Is the plant in good order (visual inspection, no oil leaks, hydraulic hoses ok etc.)
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Is a safe working load indicated on the boom of all cranes
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Do vehicles have reversing alarms and rotating orange lights where necessary
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Are all workers around moving plant wearing hi visibility vests
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Are operators of EWP that can exceed 11m ticketed
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9. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
Are safety helmets being worn by all persons on site
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Are safety boots being worn
Are site workers wearing hearing protection whilst doing and/working near noisy work
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Are supervisors and site workers wearing UV protective equipment and clothing
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10. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
10.1 Pollution control
Have all steps been taken to minimise and control soil and water pollution eg uncontrolled run off or illegal discharge to sewer etc
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Have all steps been taken to minimise and control noise and vibration
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Have all steps been taken to minimise and control air pollution and dust
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10.2 Environmental Quality
Does water quality down stream of site appear to be unaffected by construction works
Comment & actions
Have nearby residents been affected by potentially offensive noise or vibration
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Are ther any signs of dust/mud deposits outside the construction site
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10.3 Other
Vegetation - Are all required protection measures in place and functional
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Archaeology/Heritage - Are all required protection measures in place and functional
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Traffic Management - Have all required traffic control measures been implemented in accordance with the EMP.
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Community Consultation - Have local residents been notified 5 days prior to the commencement of works foe works outside normal working hours or works that are likely to cause nuisance
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11. WORKCOVER, DEC (EPA) OR LOCAL AUTHORITY VISITS
Have any work over, DEC (EPA) or local Authority representative (s) attended the site since the last site meeting?
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If yes to previous when did they attend
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Were any Prohibition Improvement Notices (PIN) or on-the-spot fines issued to either the contractor and/or Sub-Contractor and/or Employee
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12. RATINGS
Safety
Superior - often exceeds requirement Good - sometimes exceeds requirement Acceptable - meets requirements Marginal - meets minimum requirements with action required Unacceptable - does not meet minimum requirements
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Environmental
Superior Good Acceptable Marginal Unsatisfactory
13. SIGN OFF
Principals Authorised Person
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Contractor site manager
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Please note that this checklist template is a hypothetical appuses-hero example and provides only standard information. The template does not aim to replace, among other things, workplace, health and safety advice, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or any other applicable law. You should seek your professional advice to determine whether the use of such a checklist is appropriate in your workplace or jurisdiction.