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Pre-Start and Daily Site Check Report

by Danny White, from the Community

Use this HSQE-FOR-030 template to complete and document daily pre-start site checks. Capture site details, staff on site, hours, vehicle checks, weather, and a brief record of works. Verify PPE and fitness for work, record hazards and controls, and log equipment checks including vibration exposure, LOLER lifting gear, and working at height ladders or towers. Note any damage or disruptions, assign responsible persons, and sign off. This report supports due diligence, record keeping, and compliance with site safety requirements.

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Astraseal Health and Safety Site Inspection Checklist

This construction site health and safety audit checklist helps teams inspect site conditions and compliance. It covers management of health and safety, RAMS review and sign-off, workplace access and housekeeping, welfare facilities, first aid and emergency arrangements, work equipment checks, lifting operations, materials handling, COSHH controls, noise, dust and vibration considerations, PPE compliance, and detailed work at height controls for scaffolds, towers, ladders, podiums and hop-ups. Use it to capture notes and photos, assign corrective actions with priorities and due dates, and complete digital sign-off for safer, compliant site operations.

by Paul Furness, from the Community

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Pre-Start Checklist for Daily Site Readiness

Streamline daily site readiness with this pre-start checklist. Verify that all team members are fit for work and in correct PPE, confirm permits and documentation, check tools and equipment condition, and ensure other contractors are informed. Capture site conditions, note daily works completed, and record trench lengths and pit installations. Attach ITPs and sign-offs, add photos of completed works, document issues and downtime causes, and track hours on site. Ideal for construction and civil works teams seeking consistent, auditable pre-starts.

by Andy Lowe, from the Community

10+

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Pre-Start Document

This pre-start document template helps crews record essential details before commencing work each day. Capture who is on site, locations, start times, and key safety checks including permits, PAT testing of drills and equipment, and readiness of towers or MEWPs. Attach photos of the work area and access equipment, document toolbox discussions, and describe the planned tasks. Use it to confirm competency tickets, log equipment condition, and collect signatures where required. Standardize daily pre-starts to improve site safety, compliance, and communication.

by Matt Andersen, from the Community

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Construction Pre-Start Safety Checklist

Use this construction pre-start checklist to brief crews and verify site readiness. Record project details, confirm the site safety plan, check vehicle parking and public areas, identify hazards such as overhead power lines, manual handling and slips, and assess the need for PPE. Capture controls for ladders, work at height, scaffolding, tools and heavy machinery. Document additional hazards, mitigation actions and worker signatures before commencing work.

by David Quinn, from the Community

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Pre-Start and Daily Site Check Report

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