PUWER 1998 Construction Mobile Plant & Machinery Daily Pre-Start
This checklist covers compliance with Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) and applicable UK statutory requirements for construction operations. Non-compliance can result in unlimited fines and up to two years imprisonment under CDM Regulations 2015 and HSWA 1974 Section 33.
- Industry: Construction
- Frequency: Quarterly
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Plant Operator
- Total Items: 20
- Compliance: Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015), Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, BS EN 13374, Work at Height Regulations 2005
CDM 2015 Statutory Duties & Notification
Verify Principal Designer appointment, Construction Phase Plan, and HSE F10 notification per CDM 2015.
- Is a Principal Designer appointed in writing for notifiable projects requiring F10 notification to HSE?
- Is the Construction Phase Plan (CPP) prepared, suitable, and communicated to all workers?
- Is an F10 HSE notification submitted (or confirmed not required for non-notifiable works)?
- Attach photo of F10 notification, Construction Phase Plan, and Principal Designer appointment letter:
Pre-Construction Information, Welfare & Induction
Verify pre-construction surveys, welfare provision, and site induction compliance per CDM 2015.
- Are pre-construction surveys (asbestos, ground investigation, services) completed before work starts?
- Is a welfare provision plan in place providing toilets, washing facilities, rest area, and drinking water?
- Is site induction conducted for all workers before they begin work on site?
- Attach photo of pre-construction surveys, welfare facilities inspection, and site induction register:
Temporary Works, Scaffold & CDM File
Verify temporary works design, scaffold inspection, and CDM Health and Safety File compliance.
- Are all temporary works (excavations, propping, falsework) designed, inspected, and certified?
- Is the scaffold inspection register up to date (7-day intervals or after adverse weather)?
- Overall CDM and site safety compliance assessment:
- Attach photo of scaffold inspection tags, temporary works design, and CDM health and safety file:
H&S File, RIDDOR Reporting & Project Closeout
Verify H&S File compilation, RIDDOR incident reporting, and project closeout compliance per CDM 2015.
- Is the Health and Safety File being compiled by the Principal Designer and ready for handover at project completion?
- Is a record of RIDDOR-reportable incidents maintained and reportable incidents submitted to HSE online?
- Number of RIDDOR-reportable incidents on this project to date:
- Principal Contractor or Site Manager certification of inspection:
Corrective Actions & Inspector Sign-Off
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- List all deficiencies identified in this inspection:
- Overall compliance status?
- Corrective actions assigned to (name and department):
- Inspector digital signature and date:
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Why Use This PUWER 1998 Construction Mobile Plant & Machinery Daily Pre-Start?
This puwer 1998 construction mobile plant & machinery daily pre-start helps construction teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for plant operator professionals, this checklist covers 20 critical inspection points across 5 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly.
Ensures compliance with Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015), Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, BS EN 13374, Work at Height Regulations 2005. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the PUWER 1998 Construction Mobile Plant & Machinery Daily Pre-Start cover?
This checklist covers 20 inspection items across 5 sections: CDM 2015 Statutory Duties & Notification, Pre-Construction Information, Welfare & Induction, Temporary Works, Scaffold & CDM File, H&S File, RIDDOR Reporting & Project Closeout, Corrective Actions & Inspector Sign-Off. It is designed for construction operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this PUWER 1998 Construction Mobile Plant & Machinery Daily Pre-Start?
This checklist is designed for Plant Operator professionals in the construction 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.