UK CDM Construction Site Inspection Checklist

Comprehensive UK CDM construction site inspection checklist.

  • Industry: Construction
  • Frequency: Weekly
  • Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
  • Role: Principal Contractor/Site Manager
  • Total Items: 22
  • Compliance: CDM 2015, HSE L153, WAH Regulations 2005

Site Security

Perimeter security

  • Hoarding/fencing secure?
  • Warning signs displayed?
  • Access controlled?

Welfare Facilities

CDM welfare requirements

  • Toilets adequate and clean?
  • Washing facilities available?
  • Rest facilities provided?
  • Drinking water available?

PPE

Personal protective equipment

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

Excavations

Excavation safety

  • Edge protection in place?
  • Adequate shoring/battering?
  • Underground utilities identified?

Work at Height

WAH controls

  • Scaffolding inspected?
  • Edge protection at height?
  • Ladders used correctly?

Plant & Equipment

Machinery

  • Operators trained/certified?
  • Plant inspected?

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?

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