Construction Floor Opening Cover Inspection Checklist

Comprehensive floor opening and hole cover inspection checklist.

  • Industry: Construction
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes
  • Role: Competent Person
  • Total Items: 21
  • Compliance: OSHA 1926.502, OSHA 1926.501

Cover Condition

Physical condition

  • All openings covered?
  • Covers capable of supporting 2x anticipated load?
  • Covers secured from displacement?

Marking

Identification

  • Covers marked 'HOLE' or 'COVER'?

Guardrails

Alternative protection

  • Guardrails used where covers impractical?

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?

Emergency Preparedness

Emergency readiness

  • First aid kit stocked?
  • Emergency numbers posted?
  • Fire extinguishers charged?

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