Construction Work Platform Inspection Checklist

Comprehensive work platform and mobile scaffold inspection checklist.

  • Industry: Construction
  • Frequency: Before each use
  • Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes
  • Role: User/Competent Person
  • Total Items: 21
  • Compliance: OSHA 1926.451, OSHA 1926.452, ANSI A10.8

Base/Casters

Foundation

  • Casters locked?
  • Base stable and level?

Frame

Structure

  • Frame in good condition?
  • Cross braces in place?

Platform

Work surface

  • Platform properly secured?
  • Platform in good condition?

Guardrails

Fall protection

  • Guardrails installed (if required)?
  • Guardrails secure?

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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