Construction Underground Utility Installation Checklist

Comprehensive underground utility installation checklist for water, sewer, electric, and gas utilities.

  • Industry: Construction
  • Frequency: Per installation segment
  • Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
  • Role: Foreman/Inspector
  • Total Items: 20
  • Compliance: One-Call (811), OSHA 1926.651, AWWA Standards, Project Specifications

Utility Locate

Existing utilities

  • One-call notification made?
  • Existing utilities marked?
  • Hand digging within tolerance zone?

Trench

Excavation

  • Trench safety measures in place?
  • Trench depth correct?

Bedding/Backfill

Pipe support

  • Bedding material per specification?
  • Pipe zone backfill proper?
  • Compaction tested and passing?

Testing

Utility testing

  • Pressure test passed (if required)?
  • Mandrel/TV test passed (if sewer)?

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?

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