Information

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location

Sewer/Water Trenching & Excavating

  • Is a Competent Person inspecting the Trench Daily?

  • Is the Spoil Pile Kept Back at Least 2' from the Edge?

  • Has a safe means of Egress been provided if 4'or more in depth?

  • Is the means of egress within 25' of all workers?

  • Is the protective system in compliance with OSHA standards where greater than 5'?

  • Class A Soil - 53 - 3/4:1

  • Class B Soil- 45 - 1:1

  • Class C Soil - 34 - 1 1/2:1

Potential Hazards

  • Locates Completed & Recorded/Documented?

  • Pot Holing Complete?

  • Underground Utilities Protected/Supported?

  • Water Accumulation Controlled?

  • Proper Clearance to OverHead Powerlines?

Power Tools/Equipment

  • Electrical Cords Free from Damage

  • Hand Tools in Good Repair?

  • Ladders in Good Repair?

  • Power Tools in Good Repair?

  • Quick Cut Saw Used with Water to Control Silica Exposure?

First Aid/Fire Prevention

  • Fire Extinguishers Readily Available?

  • Flammable Liquids in UL Listed Safety Cans?

  • Safety Data Sheets on Site?

  • First Aid Kit Stocked & On Site?

Trucks / Mobile Equipment

  • Backup Alarms Working?

  • Seatbelts in Use?

  • DOT Vehicle Inspections Currrent?

Work Zone Safety / Traffic Control

  • Advanced Warning Signs

  • MUTCD applied as required / practicle?

  • Flaggers trained, properly positioned, highly visible?

  • Public prohibited from entering work zone?

Confined Space Entry

  • Is This a Sewer System Entry?

  • Has a Permit Been Completed?

  • Is the 4-Gas Meter in Use on site?

  • Non-Entry Rescue Plans in Place?

Communication

  • Has the Weekly Tool Box Talk been completed?

Personal Protective Equipment

  • Hardhats in Use?

  • Safety Glasses in Use?

  • High Visibility Vests in Use?

  • Hearing Protection in Use?

  • Gloves in Use?

  • Dust Masks/Respirators in Use?

  • Cement Burn Protection (Dove Soap) Available?

Other Safety Concerns

  • Any Other Safety Concerns Noted?

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