Safety Walk Checklist

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Document No.

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

Site Details

• Site / Project Name

• Use this audit to assess the following aspects of this site as Safe, At Risk or Not Applicable. Unsafe response indicate that attention is required to bring items to a satisfactory standard. Notes and photos should be attached where appropriate, particularly to At Risk items.

Work Areas

• Do you wish to examine work areas on this safety walk?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• General Housekeeping (neat, tidy, dust free)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Walkways (free of debris and obstructions)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Work Surfaces (clear of clutter and dust)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Sides or Holes (safety guards or covered)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Impalement Hazards (none present, or adequately marked)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Material Storage/Lay Down (neat and tidy)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Do you wish to examine PPE on this safety walk?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hard Hats (available, worn by crew and in safe condition)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Safety Glasses with Side Shields (available, worn by crew and in safe condition)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Face Shield / Goggles (available, worn by crew and in safe condition)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Respiratory Protection (available, worn by crew and in safe condition)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Hearing Protection (available, worn by crew and in safe condition)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Appropriate Clothing (in safe condition)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Gloves (available, worn by crew and in safe condition)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Foot Protection (fit for task, worn by crew and in safe condition)

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Fall Protection Equipment

• Do you wish to examine fall protection equipment on this safety walk?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fall protection equipment inspected inspected regularly and before use

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Appropriate for task and used properly by crew where applicable

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Suitable Anchorage Points

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Ladders

• Do you wish to examine ladders on this safety walk?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ladders are well maintained and in satisfactory condition

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Ladder base, footing and set up is to standard

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Proper Ladder for Task

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Tools and Equipment

• Do you wish to examine tools and equipment on this safety walk?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• General condition of tools

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Tools and Equipment inspections take place and are recorded

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Right tools are being used for tasks

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Crew members are trained to be competent in the tools appropriate for their work tasks

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Electrical Safety

• Do you wish to examine electrical safety on this safety walk?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Extension Cords are not causing trip hazards or used inappropriately

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Power Tools are undamaged and being used fit for purpose

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Fire Safety

• Do you wish to examine fire safety on this safety walk?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all fire extinguishers, fire alarms, and fire suppression systems readily accessible, properly maintained, and regularly inspected in accordance with relevant regulations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all emergency exits clearly marked, unobstructed, and easily accessible, with exit routes well-lit and free from obstacles?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a clearly defined and communicated emergency evacuation plan, including regular fire drills, that all employees are familiar with?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are flammable materials properly stored and managed, with appropriate signage and safety measures in place to minimise fire risks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Environmental

• Do you wish to check environmental management at this inspection

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are chemicals being handled and stored as intended?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Spill kits present and stocked?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Noise levels acceptable, signage displayed if protection required?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is waste being segregated and stored correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are MSDS and COSHH assessments in place for chemicals?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is equipment being turned off when not in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Personnel

• Do you wish to check personnel and this safety walk?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All team members signed onto RAMS and SSOW?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Behavior is orderly and professional

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Clear communication is possible without needing to shout

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Proper lifting technique demonstrated

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

People Safety

• Do you wish to check work crew safety knowledge at this inspection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Approach at least one team member and record their responses to the following. Make clear this is not an assessment of the team member themselves, but rather the safety procedures on site.

Team Member

• Has the team member attended a pre-shift meeting or toolbox talk within the last week?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the team member able to describe the correct process to follow in an emergency situation?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the worker able to identify three hazards they may encounter in their tasks today?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Plant and Machinery

• Do you wish to check plant and machinery at this inspection

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All plant/ Machinery in acceptable condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Inspected by a 3rd party

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Daily pre use inspections carried out

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All users trained and authorised to operate

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Welfare

• Are the restroom and sanitation facilities clean, well-maintained, and adequately stocked with necessary supplies (e.g., soap, toilet paper, hand dryers or towels)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there a designated break area for employees that is clean, comfortable, and equipped with sufficient seating, tables, and any necessary appliances (e.g., microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the drinking water facilities accessible, clean, and regularly maintained to ensure safe and hygienic water supply for employees

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the lighting, ventilation, and temperature control in welfare areas (e.g., restrooms, break rooms, locker rooms) adequate to ensure a comfortable and safe environment for employees

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General Comments

• Any further comments or recommendations arising from this inspection?

• Add any additional relevant photos

  Media

• Have all required corrective actions been added as Actions to this inspection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Please add any corrective actions to the appropriate questions above before completing this report

Sign Off

• Name & Signature of Inspector

  Sign

• Name & Signature of Site Supervisor / Foreman

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