UK Building Site Safety Walkabout Checklist

Comprehensive UK building site daily safety walkabout checklist.

  • Industry: Construction
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Role: Site Manager/Supervisor
  • Total Items: 21
  • Compliance: CDM 2015, HSE Guidance

PPE Compliance

Personal protection

  • Hard hats being worn?
  • Hi-vis being worn?
  • Safety footwear worn?

Housekeeping

Site tidiness

  • Walkways clear?
  • Materials stored safely?
  • Waste managed?

Working at Height

Height work

  • Scaffolding looks safe?
  • Ladders used correctly?
  • Edge protection in place?

Plant & Equipment

Machinery

  • Exclusion zones maintained?
  • Banksmen present where needed?

PPE Compliance Verification

Personal protective equipment inspection

  • Hard hats worn in required areas?
  • Safety glasses/goggles worn as required?
  • High-visibility vests worn?
  • Steel-toe boots worn by all workers?

Fall Protection & Working at Heights

OSHA 1926 Subpart M fall protection

  • Fall protection used above 6 feet?
  • Guardrails intact and properly installed?
  • Harnesses inspected before use?

Housekeeping & Site Organization

Worksite cleanliness and organization

  • Walkways and access routes clear?
  • Materials stored safely and secured?
  • Debris and waste removed regularly?

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