Create a safety checklist for construction site setup
Generated on: August 14, 2025
Construction Site Setup and Preparation Safety Checklist
Date: 2025-08-14
Inspector: [INSPECTOR NAME]
Location/Area: [LOCATION/AREA]
Department: [DEPARTMENT]
Purpose
This checklist is to be used before beginning any construction project to ensure the site is safely set up and potential hazards are identified and mitigated. It helps ensure compliance with safety regulations and promotes a safe working environment for all personnel.
Instructions for Use
- 1. Review this checklist before starting any construction site setup. 2. Walk through the site and carefully inspect each item on the checklist. 3. Mark each item as pass or fail based on the verification criteria. 4. If an item fails, note the corrective action required. 5. Report all failed items to the supervisor immediately. 6. Ensure all corrective actions are completed before work begins. 7. Sign and date the checklist to certify completion.
Frequency
This checklist should be completed: Daily, before work begins
Safety Checklist
General Site Conditions
| Item | Pass | Fail | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work areas and passageways are clear of rubbish, debris, nails, etc. [3] Check: Visually inspect all work areas and passageways. They should be free from any materials that could cause trips, falls, or other injuries. If failed: Remove all identified debris, rubbish, and hazards immediately. Ensure proper disposal methods are used. | _________________ | ||
| Floor and roof openings are adequately protected. [3] Check: Check that all floor and roof openings are covered or guarded to prevent falls. If failed: Install covers, guardrails, or other appropriate fall protection measures. | _________________ | ||
| Adequate illumination is provided in all work areas. [3] Check: Measure light levels in all work areas to ensure they meet minimum requirements. Check for dark spots or areas with insufficient lighting. If failed: Install additional lighting or reposition existing lights to achieve adequate illumination levels. | _________________ | ||
| Adequate walkways and runways. [4] Check: Inspect all walkways and runways to ensure they are wide enough, clear of obstructions, and in good repair. If failed: Clear obstructions, repair damaged surfaces, and ensure adequate width for safe passage. | _________________ | ||
| Adequate ladders, stairways, or elevators. [4] Check: Verify that ladders, stairways, or elevators are available and in safe working condition for accessing different levels. If failed: Repair or replace any damaged or missing ladders, stairways, or elevators. Ensure they meet safety standards. | _________________ |
Vehicle and Equipment Safety
| Item | Pass | Fail | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good roads with adequate turn space and parking areas. [3] Check: Inspect roads for excessive mud or uneven surfaces. Ensure adequate space for turning and parking. If failed: Repair roads, improve drainage, and provide designated parking areas. | _________________ | ||
| Separate materials storage areas and dump areas. [3] Check: Check that storage and dump areas are clearly defined and separated to prevent hazards. If failed: Establish and mark separate areas for material storage and waste disposal. | _________________ | ||
| Adequate signs and signals to route vehicles. [3] Check: Verify that signs and signals are in place to direct vehicle traffic safely. If failed: Install or replace missing or damaged signs and signals. | _________________ | ||
| Maintenance and repair of vehicles. [3] Check: Check that vehicles are regularly maintained and in good working condition. If failed: Schedule regular maintenance and repair for all vehicles. | _________________ | ||
| Proper auxiliary equipment available for loading and unloading. [2] Check: Ensure that equipment like power shovels, cranes, and forklifts are available and in good condition. If failed: Provide and maintain necessary auxiliary equipment. | _________________ |
Utilities and Services
| Item | Pass | Fail | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safe and convenient location of utilities and services. [3] Check: Check the placement of tool sheds, offices, sanitary facilities, drinking water, and power sources for safety and convenience. If failed: Relocate or improve the layout of utilities and services to ensure safety and convenience. | _________________ | ||
| High-voltage lines are identified and protected. [3] Check: Locate and identify any high-voltage lines. Ensure they are either moved, de-energized, or have barriers in place. If failed: Arrange for the relocation, de-energization, or barrier installation for high-voltage lines. | _________________ | ||
| Sanitary facilities and drinking water are available. [3] Check: Verify that sanitary facilities are clean and accessible and that drinking water is readily available. If failed: Provide and maintain clean sanitary facilities and accessible drinking water. | _________________ |
Emergency Preparedness
| Item | Pass | Fail | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency numbers are posted at telephones/programmed in phones [7] Check: Confirm that emergency contact numbers are clearly displayed at all telephones and programmed into phones. If failed: Post or program emergency numbers as needed. | _________________ | ||
| At least two evacuation routes exist from each area [7] Check: Verify that each area has a minimum of two clearly marked and unobstructed evacuation routes. If failed: Establish and clearly mark at least two evacuation routes from each area; remove obstructions. | _________________ | ||
| All emergency exits are properly marked [7] Check: Inspect all emergency exits to ensure they are clearly marked with appropriate signage and lighting. If failed: Provide or replace signage and lighting for all emergency exits. | _________________ | ||
| All employees are instructed in evacuation procedures [7] Check: Confirm that all employees have received training on evacuation procedures. If failed: Conduct evacuation procedure training for all employees. | _________________ | ||
| Maps and procedures are posted [7] Check: Verify that evacuation maps and procedures are posted in visible locations. If failed: Post evacuation maps and procedures in visible locations. | _________________ | ||
| Assembly areas are located at safe distances [7] Check: Ensure that assembly areas are located at a safe distance from potential hazards. If failed: Relocate assembly areas to safe distances from hazards. | _________________ | ||
| All employees and visitors can be accounted for [7] Check: Establish procedures to account for all employees and visitors during an emergency. If failed: Develop and implement procedures for accounting for all personnel during emergencies. | _________________ | ||
| Procedures address needs of person(s) with disabilities or those with issues tha may impact their reacting to the emergency signal or evacuation (e.g. hard of hearing, broken leg, etc.) [7] Check: Confirm that emergency procedures address the needs of individuals with disabilities or other conditions that may affect their ability to respond to emergencies. If failed: Modify emergency procedures to accommodate individuals with disabilities or other relevant conditions. | _________________ | ||
| Temporary shelter or transportation is considered [7] Check: Assess the availability of temporary shelter or transportation in case of evacuation. If failed: Arrange for temporary shelter or transportation as needed. | _________________ | ||
| The security function is defined [7] Check: Define and communicate the security functions during emergencies. If failed: Clearly define and communicate security functions during emergencies. | _________________ | ||
| Facility access is controlled during an emergency [7] Check: Implement measures to control facility access during emergencies. If failed: Implement and enforce facility access control measures during emergencies. | _________________ |
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
| Item | Pass | Fail | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identify hazards and risk factors that have the potential to cause harm. [5] Check: Conduct a thorough hazard identification process, involving experienced and fresh eyes to inspect the work area. If failed: Record all identified hazards and risk factors. Implement control measures. | _________________ | ||
| Analyze and evaluate the risk associated with each hazard. [5] Check: Assess the severity and likelihood of potential harm from each identified hazard. If failed: Prioritize hazards based on risk level and allocate resources for mitigation. | _________________ | ||
| Determine appropriate ways to eliminate or control risks. [5] Check: Develop and implement control measures to eliminate hazards or reduce risks to acceptable levels. If failed: Implement engineering controls, administrative controls, and PPE as necessary. | _________________ | ||
| All suspected conditions that may pose inhalation or skin absorption hazards that are immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH) or other conditions that may cause death or serious harm shall be identified during the preliminary survey and evaluated during the detailed survey. [6] Check: Visually observe for signs of actual or potential IDLH or other dangerous conditions. If failed: Provide or improve local exhaust ventilation. | _________________ |
Worker Training and Competency
| Item | Pass | Fail | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proper job placement. [2] Check: Ensure workers are assigned tasks that match their skills and training. If failed: Reassign workers to suitable tasks or provide additional training. | _________________ | ||
| Adequate training and supervision. [2] Check: Verify that all workers have received adequate training and are properly supervised. If failed: Provide additional training or supervision as needed. | _________________ | ||
| Adequate manpower. [2] Check: Ensure there are enough workers to perform tasks safely. If failed: Increase manpower or adjust work schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels. | _________________ | ||
| Workers and Foremen Knowledge of safety orders. [2] Check: Confirm that workers and foremen are knowledgeable about relevant safety orders. If failed: Provide training on safety orders and regulations. | _________________ | ||
| Safety meetings. [2] Check: Verify that regular safety meetings are conducted. If failed: Schedule and conduct regular safety meetings. | _________________ | ||
| Workers have training before beginning any task, especially high-risk activities such as working at heights, hazardous energy control (lockout/tag out), or confined space entry. [8] Check: Verify training records for all workers, especially for high-risk activities. If failed: Provide the required training before workers begin any task. | _________________ |
Tools and Equipment
| Item | Pass | Fail | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repair, maintenance, and care of tools and equipment. [2] Check: Check that all tools and equipment are properly maintained and in good repair. If failed: Repair or replace damaged or poorly maintained tools and equipment. | _________________ | ||
| Inspection of tools and equipment. [2] Check: Verify that tools and equipment are regularly inspected for defects. If failed: Implement a regular inspection schedule for all tools and equipment. | _________________ | ||
| Adequate supplies of the right tools for each part of job. [2] Check: Ensure that the correct tools are available for each task. If failed: Provide the necessary tools for each job. | _________________ |
General Requirements
| Item | Pass | Fail | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| All workers must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times. Check: Verify that all workers are wearing the required PPE, including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and safety footwear. If failed: Enforce PPE requirements and provide necessary equipment. | _________________ | ||
| Good housekeeping procedures are followed to prevent slips, trips, and falls. [1] Check: Inspect work areas for clutter, spills, and other hazards. Ensure that materials are properly stored and walkways are clear. If failed: Implement and enforce good housekeeping practices. | _________________ | ||
| All accidents and near misses are reported and investigated. [2] Check: Ensure that a system is in place for reporting and investigating all incidents. If failed: Investigate all reported incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. | _________________ |
Failed Item Procedures
- Any failed item must be immediately reported to the supervisor. The item must be corrected before work can continue. If the item cannot be immediately corrected, the area must be barricaded and marked as unsafe until corrected.
Documentation Requirements
Maintain records of all inspections, corrective actions, training sessions, and safety meetings. Ensure all documentation is readily available for review.
Checklist Completion
Overall Status: ☐ Pass ☐ Fail ☐ Corrective Actions Required
Inspector Signature: Date:
Supervisor Review: Date:
Corrective Actions Completed By: Date:
References and Standards
- Occupational Health and Safety Act for your jurisdiction [1]
- National Fire Code [1]
- National Electrical Code [1]
- Environmental Protection Act [1]
This checklist must be retained for [RETENTION PERIOD].
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