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Supervisor Checklist

This supervisor checklist supports construction site supervision and safety. Review PPE compliance, verify CISRS credentials, brief teams on overhead power lines, and confirm rescue procedures. Monitor all working at height tasks, including scaffolding activities, ground conditions, and housekeeping. Check that statutory inspections are completed and documented per regulations such as LOLER where applicable. Ensure ladders are used only as a last resort, manage interference between trades and the public, and capture signatures to record accountability.

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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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Working at Height Safety Checklist

This short working at height checklist helps teams identify and manage risks when tasks are performed above ground level. It guides users to log all work-at-height activities, assess ladder use, confirm staff training, check for completed risk assessments, and verify controls and permits are in place. The template supports adding notes, photos, and links for evidence, and prompts follow-up actions to close out issues. Suitable for sites and facilities where work at height occurs, it promotes consistent hazard control and safer operations.

by Mick Ramsay, from the Community

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Working at Height Critical Control Checklist

Use this working at heights critical control checklist to plan and verify safe work at height. Review permits and rescue plans, confirm trained and competent workers, inspect PPE, full body harnesses and shock absorbing lanyards, and ensure anchor points are assessed. Check EWP and scaffolding are fit for purpose, compliant with standards, inspected, and used per manufacturer instructions. Validate JSEA is available and signed on, and that supervision and ongoing monitoring are in place. Capture findings, worker interviews, and auditor sign off to drive compliance.

by Thelma Bridge, from the Community

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Work at Height Deep Dive Audit Checklist

This work at height deep dive audit checklist helps teams assess compliance and safety before and during elevated tasks. Verify worker training and certification, inspect ladders and both fixed and temporary access equipment, and ensure storage and tagging are correct. Check LOLER compliance for portable access gear, scaffold inspections, and the presence of collective protection where practicable. Confirm a suitable RAMS is in place, POWRA is completed, and that pre job briefs cover work at height risks. Evaluate supervision, statutory inspections, controls for falling objects, site access barriers and signage, and clear emergency arrangements and communications. Conclude with notes and discussion of findings with the working party and Area Manager.

by Alex Anderson, from the Community

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Working at Height Safety Audit Checklist

This working at height safety audit template helps teams verify that critical controls are in place before and during elevated work. Assess pre-start checks, SIMOPS, and documentation such as risk assessments, permits, JSAs, and toolbox talks. Inspect scaffolds, ladders, handrails, and toe boards, and check access and walkways for obstructions. Review general safety conditions, lighting, tools and equipment status, and housekeeping. Confirm PPE and fall protection use, and validate emergency, first aid, fire, and rescue arrangements. Capture hazards and supporting evidence.

by Andy Wilson, from the Community

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Ladders Compliance Audit - Monthly

Use this monthly ladders compliance audit checklist to assess ladder safety across your site. Record the number and types of ladders in use, confirm tags are fitted, and verify that pre-use checks are documented. Capture evidence of 6-monthly and annual inspections, and confirm workers are trained to use and inspect ladders. Add notes and signatures to keep work at height compliant and reduce risk.

by Eddie Harris, from the Community

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