Construction Safety Checklist - Ameras Safety Group

Purpose: This comprehensive checklist ensures all critical safety protocols are followed on construction sites. Complete this inspection daily before work begins and address any deficiencies immediately. Safety is everyone's responsibility.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Hard hats properly fitted and in good condition (no cracks, dents, or modifications)

High-visibility safety vests worn by all personnel in designated areas

Safety glasses or face shields appropriate for task hazards

Work gloves suitable for specific tasks (cut-resistant, chemical-resistant, etc.)

Fall protection equipment inspected and properly worn when required

Steel-toed safety boots in good condition

Hearing protection available and used in high-noise areas (85+ dB)

Respiratory protection available for dust, fumes, or chemical exposure

Worksite Setup & Access Control

Warning signs and safety notices posted at all entry points

Perimeter barriers and fencing properly installed and maintained

Access and egress points clearly marked and unobstructed

Fire extinguishers properly placed and recently inspected

Adequate lighting in all work areas

Weather conditions assessed and appropriate precautions taken

Visitor check-in procedures followed and PPE provided

Fall Protection Systems

Guardrails installed at all elevated work areas 6 feet or higher

Personal fall arrest systems inspected before each use

Anchor points tested and certified for 5,000 lb minimum strength

Ladders inspected for damage and properly secured

Scaffolding erected by competent person and daily inspection completed

Safety nets installed where guardrails and harnesses are not feasible

Hole covers secured and marked for floor/roof openings

Tools & Equipment Safety

Daily equipment inspections completed and documented

Lockout/tagout procedures followed for maintenance and repairs

Heavy equipment operators properly certified and current

Power tools equipped with proper guards and safety devices

Electrical cords and connections inspected for damage

Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) used for temporary power

Compressed gas cylinders properly stored and secured

Housekeeping & Material Handling

Walkways and work areas clear of debris and obstacles

Materials properly stacked, secured, and within height limits

Spills cleaned immediately and slip hazards eliminated

Waste materials disposed of safely and regularly

Sharp objects and protruding nails properly covered or removed

Lifting techniques reviewed and mechanical aids used when appropriate

Emergency Preparedness

First-aid kits fully stocked and easily accessible

Eyewash stations and emergency showers functional and unobstructed

Emergency contact numbers posted in visible locations

Evacuation routes clearly marked and communicated to all workers

Emergency assembly points designated and known by all personnel

Communication devices available for emergency situations

Documentation & Compliance

Daily safety logs completed and filed

Toolbox talks conducted and attendance documented

Required permits verified and posted (hot work, confined space, etc.)

Incident reports filed within 24 hours of occurrence

Safety data sheets (SDS) available for all hazardous materials

Training records current and accessible