Construction Temporary Shoring Inspection Checklist

Comprehensive temporary shoring system inspection checklist for excavation support.

  • Industry: Construction
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Role: Competent Person
  • Total Items: 22
  • Compliance: OSHA 1926.652, Structural Engineer Design, Local Building Codes

Design/Plans

Engineering

  • Shoring plans on site?
  • Installed per plans?

Structural Members

Shoring components

  • Soldier piles/sheet piles in good condition?
  • Walers secure and undamaged?
  • Struts/braces in place and tight?

Movement/Deflection

Stability monitoring

  • No excessive movement observed?
  • Monitoring points checked?

Drainage/Water

Water control

  • Dewatering adequate?
  • No erosion undermining shoring?

PPE Compliance

PPE inspection

  • Hard hats worn?
  • Safety glasses worn?
  • High-vis vests worn?
  • Steel-toe boots worn?

Fall Protection

OSHA 1926 Subpart M

  • Fall protection above 6 feet?
  • Guardrails intact?
  • Harnesses inspected?

Housekeeping & Organization

Site organization

  • Walkways clear?
  • Materials stored safely?
  • Debris removed?

Electrical Safety

OSHA 1926 Subpart K

  • GFCI protection on circuits?
  • Extension cords good?
  • Lockout/tagout followed?

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