Site Safety Inspection Checklist

Fall protection provided at all unprotected edges, floor holes, and openings where workers could fall 6 ft or more. Guardrails, safety nets, or personal fall arrest systems in use.

Guardrail systems in place: top rail 42 in ±3 in high, mid-rail, toe boards on all open sides of platforms and elevated walkways.

Personal fall arrest equipment (harness, lanyard, anchor) inspected before use, properly fitted, and attached to adequate anchorage (5,000 lb capacity per employee).

Roofing work: fall protection for low-slope roofs (slope ≤4:12) includes warning line system ≥6 ft from edge AND safety monitoring or fall arrest. Steep-slope: guardrails or PFAS.

Scaffolding designed, erected, and inspected by a competent person. Scaffolds rated for at least 4× the intended load. Capacity posted or communicated to workers.

Scaffold planks are fully planked or decked. Planks extend 6–18 in beyond end supports. No damaged, missing, or makeshift planking in use.

Access to scaffold provided by safe ladder, stairway, or built-in ramp. Workers do not climb cross-bracing or frames not designed for climbing.

All personnel in areas exposed to overhead work, vehicle traffic, or falling objects are wearing hard hats (Class E minimum in electrical areas).

High-visibility vests worn by all workers exposed to vehicle or equipment traffic. Spotters are used when equipment is operating in areas with workers nearby.

Barricades, barriers, and warning signs in place around overhead work zones. Overhead protection (catch platforms, nets, canopies) provided where workers must pass below overhead operations.

All power tool and equipment guards are in place. No loose clothing, hair, or jewellery near rotating parts. Tools are in good working condition.

Excavations ≥5 ft deep are properly sloped, shored, or shielded. Competent person inspects excavation daily and after rain events. Spoil piled ≥2 ft from edge.

Underground utilities located and marked before excavation. Utility notification completed (811 / Call Before You Dig). Safe digging distances maintained.

GFCI protection used on all 120-volt, single-phase 15- and 20-ampere receptacle outlets at construction sites that are not part of the permanent wiring.

Overhead power line clearances maintained: minimum 10 ft (300 V to 50 kV). Equipment operators briefed on power line locations. Spotters used near overhead lines.

Temporary wiring is properly supported, protected from damage, and not run under doors or through windows. Extension cords are suitable type (S, ST, STO) for outdoor use.

Form boards, scrap lumber, and debris removed from work areas daily. Protruding nails bent over or removed. No tripping hazards in walkways or access routes.

Safety-toed footwear worn where risk of foot injuries from falling objects, rolling materials, or sharp objects exists. Steel-toed boots observed on site.

First aid kit is fully stocked and accessible on site. Emergency contact numbers posted. Nearest hospital/trauma centre route is known. First aid-trained person present when 5+ workers on site.

OSHA 300 log, emergency plan, and required safety notices posted at job site. Site-specific safety plan accessible to all workers and subcontractors.