NOM-031-STPS-2011 Construction Work Safety Inspection Checklist
NOM-031-STPS-2011 establishes mandatory safety and health conditions for construction sites in Mexico, covering excavations, scaffolding, electrical installations, PPE, and worker health programs. STPS inspectors may issue fines from 250 to 5,000 times the daily minimum wage per violation and order immediate work stoppage for conditions that pose imminent danger to workers.
- Industry: Construction
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Residente de Obra / Safety Supervisor
- Total Items: 20
- Compliance: NOM-031-STPS-2011, NOM-009-STPS-2011, NOM-017-STPS-2008
NOM-031-STPS-2011 Requisitos Basicos
Core STPS regulatory requirements for construction site safety management.
- Programa de Seguridad e Higiene de la obra actualizado, firmado y disponible en sitio?
- Comision de Seguridad e Higiene constituida, con actas de recorridos firmadas del ultimo mes?
- Todos los trabajadores en obra dotados con EPP correspondiente a sus actividades y en buen estado?
- Foto de trabajadores con EPP en la zona de mayor riesgo activa hoy
Excavaciones y Zanjas
Excavation stability, shoring, access, and atmospheric conditions.
- Excavaciones de mas de 1.20m con sistema de entibacion o talud adecuado instalado y verificado hoy?
- Escaleras o rampas de acceso a excavaciones disponibles cada 8 metros de longitud?
- Profundidad maxima actual de excavaciones activas sin entibacion (metros):
- Foto de la excavacion o zanja activa mas profunda con sistema de proteccion visible
Andamios y Trabajos en Altura
Scaffolding integrity, fall protection, and elevated work area safety.
- Andamios inspeccionados por persona competente: bases firmes, crucetas aseguradas, tablones sin astillas ni defectos?
- Sistemas de proteccion contra caidas instalados en todos los niveles de andamio mayores a 1.80m: barandales y rodapies?
- Altura maxima de andamio activo en obra hoy (metros):
- Foto del andamio mas alto en uso mostrando sistemas de proteccion
Instalaciones Electricas Provisionales
Temporary electrical systems, grounding, GFCI protection, and panel condition.
- Tablero electrico provisional con proteccion diferencial (GFCI), caja cerrada y rotulada por circuito?
- Cables y extension electrica: sin empalmes expuestos, sin cables sobre zonas de transito sin proteccion, sin aislamiento daniado?
- Zona de trabajo libre de operaciones de maquinaria o estructura dentro de la distancia minima a lineas aereas electricas de CFE?
- Foto del tablero electrico provisional y estado de cables en area de mayor actividad
Corrective Actions and Sign-Off
NOM-031-STPS-2011 requires safety inspection records to be retained for minimum 12 months and presented to STPS inspectors on demand. POPProbe auto-assigns corrective actions to team members, generates a signed PDF report instantly, and tracks compliance status across all locations. Start free, no credit card required.
- List all deficiencies identified in this inspection:
- Overall compliance status?
- Corrective actions assigned to (name or department)?
- Inspector digital signature and date:
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Why Use This NOM-031-STPS-2011 Construction Work Safety Inspection Checklist?
This nom-031-stps-2011 construction work safety inspection checklist helps construction teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for residente de obra / safety supervisor professionals, this checklist covers 20 critical inspection points across 5 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with NOM-031-STPS-2011, NOM-009-STPS-2011, NOM-017-STPS-2008. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the NOM-031-STPS-2011 Construction Work Safety Inspection Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 20 inspection items across 5 sections: NOM-031-STPS-2011 Requisitos Basicos, Excavaciones y Zanjas, Andamios y Trabajos en Altura, Instalaciones Electricas Provisionales, Corrective Actions and Sign-Off. It is designed for construction operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this NOM-031-STPS-2011 Construction Work Safety Inspection Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Residente de Obra / Safety Supervisor professionals in the construction industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.