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Pre Start Roof Survey Checklist

by James Cumming, from the Community

This pre-start roof survey checklist helps teams verify safe access and working-at-height controls before beginning roof works. Review access points and required keys, confirm ladder presence and certification, determine if scaffolds, podiums, step systems, or rope access are needed, and check edge protection, roof lifelines, and anchor certifications. Note lighting levels, obstructions, and any special access considerations, then summarize findings to ensure a safe, compliant start to roof activities.

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This pre-roof inspection checklist helps contractors, roofers, and facility managers verify site readiness and safety before accessing a roof. Record site details, parking, welfare and phone signal, then confirm access requirements such as keys and padlocks, final access point, podiums or step systems, and hoop head access. Check ladder presence, condition, and certification, or note if scaffolds, towers, or specialist rope access are required. Verify edge protection, roof lifelines, and anchor certifications, assess lighting and obstructions, and log hazards like asbestos, lead, or pigeons. Capture action points and author details to support compliance and safer work at height.
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Pre-Roof Inspection Checklist

This pre-roof inspection checklist helps contractors, roofers, and facility managers verify site readiness and safety before accessing a roof. Record site details, parking, welfare and phone signal, then confirm access requirements such as keys and padlocks, final access point, podiums or step systems, and hoop head access. Check ladder presence, condition, and certification, or note if scaffolds, towers, or specialist rope access are required. Verify edge protection, roof lifelines, and anchor certifications, assess lighting and obstructions, and log hazards like asbestos, lead, or pigeons. Capture action points and author details to support compliance and safer work at height.

by James Cumming, from the Community

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Roof Safety Pre-Access Checklist Form

Use this roof safety pre-access checklist to ensure safe roof work before access. Verify permits, acceptable weather, worker training, and required PPE. Review access points and structure, transport of tools and materials, roof walkways and obstructions, edge protection, guard rails, anchor points, and harness or lanyard inspections. Complete a quick risk assessment and document findings, then provide a clear recommendation to proceed or halt the task to prevent incidents.

by Thomas Bearder, from the Community

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Roof Safety Inspection Checklist

This roof safety inspection checklist is designed for pre-access verification before working at height. It guides teams to record site details, list personnel on the roof, and confirm acceptable weather and training. Inspect access points and structural conditions, walkways, and roof areas. Verify PPE including harnesses and lanyards, check anchor installation and attachment, and note skylights or other openings to avoid. Confirm ladder setup, length, brackets, and a spotter. Capture photos, add recommendations, and complete with name and signature.

by Kim Flanagan, from the Community

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IKO Roof Access Risk Assessment

Use this IKO Roof Access Risk Assessment template to plan and conduct safe roof access. Record site sign-in and induction details, confirm emergency procedures, verify safe access methods (scaffold, MEWP) and Scafftag compliance, check edge protection and parapets, identify fragile areas and other hazards, assess roof pitch and weather, ensure PPE is in place, and document findings and approvals.

by David Coldham, from the Community

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Pre Start Roof Survey Checklist

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