Checklist: Safe Working at Height and in Confined Spaces
A safe work environment starts with awareness and proper preparation.
This checklist helps organizations control risks and ensure that everyone goes home safely after work.
Preparation
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Have the risks of the work environment been identified (Risk Assessment & Evaluation)?
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Has a work permit or task risk analysis been prepared for work at height/in confined spaces?
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Is there an emergency and rescue plan available and known to all involved?
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Have weather conditions, lighting, and ground stability been assessed for safety?
Collective Protection Measures
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Are physical barriers installed where possible (guardrails, handrails, safety nets)?
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Are scaffolds, ladders, and work platforms properly assembled and inspected?
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Is access to hazardous areas restricted or fenced off?
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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Are suitable harnesses, lanyards, and fall arrest systems available for the situation?
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Are all PPE items inspected, maintained, and free from damage?
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Has the fall distance been calculated and does the system meet the maximum arresting force requirements?
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Are anchor points certified and suitable for the intended load?
Training & Awareness
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Have all workers received recent training in the use of fall protection?
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Do workers know how to properly wear, adjust, and use their equipment?
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Has a safety briefing been conducted before starting the work?
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Do workers address each other about unsafe behavior?
Work Execution
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Is fall protection used at all times, even for short-duration tasks?
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Is there supervision or monitoring to ensure compliance with safety measures?
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Are unsuitable tools or materials avoided for improvisation?
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Are activities stopped immediately in case of unsafe situations or defective equipment?
Aftercare & Evaluation
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Are used PPE items inspected and properly stored after use?
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Is the inspection and maintenance log kept up to date?
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Are near misses or deviations reported and reviewed?
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Is the checklist periodically reviewed and updated based on practical experience?
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