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Residential Construction Safety Audit Checklist

by Scott Schoenberger, from the Community

This residential construction safety audit checklist helps supervisors and crews assess site conditions and compliance. It covers key areas including site postings and emergency plans, PPE, fall protection, scaffolds and guardrails, housekeeping and access, ladders and stairs, tools and equipment, electrical safety, mobile equipment, excavations, fire prevention, and hazard communication. Use it to note issues, capture photos and comments, and document positive reinforcement and coaching opportunities for continuous safety improvement.

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