NOM-009-STPS-2011 Work at Height Safety Inspection Checklist

NOM-009-STPS-2011 establishes mandatory safety conditions for workers performing tasks at heights of 1.8 meters or greater in Mexico, covering fall protection systems, equipment certification, rescue plans, and supervisor training. STPS inspectors can order immediate work stoppage and assess fines of 250 to 5,000 times the daily minimum wage per violation when workers are found performing elevated work without compliant fall protection systems.

  • Industry: Construction / Industrial
  • Frequency: Per Shift
  • Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
  • Role: Supervisor de Seguridad / Prevencionista
  • Total Items: 20
  • Compliance: NOM-009-STPS-2011, NOM-031-STPS-2011, NOM-017-STPS-2008

NOM-009-STPS-2011 Requisitos Previos al Trabajo

Pre-task regulatory requirements for elevated work authorization.

  • Analisis de Riesgo Especifico para el trabajo de hoy completado, firmado por supervisor y trabajadores antes de subir?
  • Todos los trabajadores que suben con capacitacion NOM-009-STPS vigente (maximo 2 anos) documentada en expediente?
  • Arnes tipo cuerpo completo, eslingas y conectores con norma ANSI Z359 o equivalente y dentro de vida util del fabricante?
  • Foto del arnes, eslinga y conector a utilizar hoy con etiqueta de inspeccion visible

Sistemas de Proteccion Contra Caidas

Fall arrest systems, anchor points, and horizontal lifelines.

  • Punto de anclaje verificado con capacidad minima de 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) o factor de seguranca 2:1 sobre carga maxima calculada?
  • Linea de vida horizontal (si aplica): instalada por persona calificada con ART firmada y distancia de caida libre calculada?
  • Altura maxima de trabajo planificada para esta tarea (metros sobre nivel del suelo o siguiente nivel inferior):
  • Foto del punto de anclaje aprobado y sistema de linea de vida instalado

Plan de Rescate y Comunicacion

Rescue plan, communication devices, and rescue equipment availability.

  • Plan de rescate en alturas disponible en sitio, con personal y equipo de rescate identificados y con capacidad de respuesta en menos de 15 minutos?
  • Medios de comunicacion funcionando (radio, celular) entre el trabajador en altura y el supervisor en suelo?
  • Numero de trabajadores realizando tareas en altura simultaneamente en este frente de trabajo:
  • Foto del equipo de rescate disponible en sitio y del supervisor en suelo en posicion de comunicacion

Condiciones del Entorno y Superficies de Trabajo

Environmental conditions, working surfaces, and area protection below.

  • Condiciones climaticas verificadas: sin lluvia, sin viento superior al limite del equipo, sin tormenta electrica en el area?
  • Area inferior a la zona de trabajo delimitada con cinta, conos o barreras fisicas para proteger a personas en planta baja?
  • Superficie de trabajo (andamio, plataforma, techo) limpia, seca, sin obstaculos y con capacidad de carga suficiente verificada?
  • Foto del area de trabajo en altura y zona inferior con delimitacion de seguridad visible

Corrective Actions and Sign-Off

NOM-009-STPS-2011 requires pre-task risk analysis and inspection records to be retained for minimum 12 months. Elevated work must not begin until all critical items are compliant and this form is signed. 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-009-STPS-2011 Work at Height Safety Inspection Checklist?

This nom-009-stps-2011 work at height safety inspection checklist helps construction / industrial teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for supervisor de seguridad / prevencionista professionals, this checklist covers 20 critical inspection points across 5 sections. Recommended frequency: per shift.

Ensures compliance with NOM-009-STPS-2011, NOM-031-STPS-2011, NOM-017-STPS-2008. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the NOM-009-STPS-2011 Work at Height Safety Inspection Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 20 inspection items across 5 sections: NOM-009-STPS-2011 Requisitos Previos al Trabajo, Sistemas de Proteccion Contra Caidas, Plan de Rescate y Comunicacion, Condiciones del Entorno y Superficies de Trabajo, Corrective Actions and Sign-Off. It is designed for construction / industrial operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed per shift. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.

Who should use this NOM-009-STPS-2011 Work at Height Safety Inspection Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Supervisor de Seguridad / Prevencionista professionals in the construction / industrial 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.

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