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7/21/2026

Site Inspection Checklist

A site safety inspection checklist helps teams inspect work areas, access routes, PPE, housekeeping, emergency equipment, fire safety, electrical systems, ladders, scaffolds, machinery, vehicle routes, hazardous materials, environmental conditions, and site security.


This checklist is useful for construction sites, industrial facilities, maintenance teams, property managers, contractors, and safety supervisors who need to identify hazards before work begins or during routine inspections. It helps detect blocked exits, unsafe equipment, trip hazards, missing PPE, fire risks, exposed wiring, poor housekeeping, uncontrolled traffic areas, spills, and other safety issues.


With TARGPatrol, site safety inspections can be completed in a mobile app with photos, comments, issue locations, risk levels, corrective actions, responsible persons, and final sign-off. This creates a clear digital record of site conditions, reported hazards, temporary controls, and completed follow-up actions.

Site Inspection Checklist
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Site / property name

Site address

Number of workers on site

Photo of site overview

Site is safe for work

No immediate hazards observed

Unsafe areas are restricted

Access routes are clear

Emergency access routes are clear

Site rules are posted and visible

Required safety signs are visible

Workers are aware of current site hazards

Visitors are registered or escorted

General safety notes

Workers are wearing required PPE

Hard hats are worn where required

Safety footwear is worn where required

High-visibility clothing is worn where required

Eye and face protection is used where required

Hearing protection is used where required

Respiratory protection is used where required

Gloves are suitable for the task

Fall protection is used where required

PPE issue notes

Photo of PPE issue

Walkways are clear of debris

Work areas are clean and organized

No trip hazards observed

No open holes or unprotected edges observed

Floor openings are covered or guarded

Materials are stored safely

Tools are stored properly when not in use

Waste is removed from work areas

Spills are cleaned or contained

Housekeeping issue location

Photo of housekeeping issue

Emergency exits are clear

Evacuation routes are posted and accessible

Emergency assembly area is identified

First aid kit is available and stocked

Emergency contact information is posted

Fire extinguishers are accessible

Fire extinguisher inspection tags are current

Fire alarm / emergency alert system is available, if applicable

Emergency equipment issue notes

Photo of emergency equipment

Fire lanes are clear

No combustible materials stored near ignition sources

Flammable materials are stored correctly

Gas cylinders are secured upright, if present

Hot work area is controlled, if applicable

Hot work permit is available, if required

No smoking rules are followed

Fire safety issue location

Photo of fire safety issue

Electrical panels are accessible

Electrical panels are closed and labeled

No exposed wiring observed

Extension cords are in safe condition

Cords do not create trip hazards

Electrical tools appear undamaged

Temporary power is protected from damage

Wet areas are kept away from electrical equipment

Electrical issue notes

Photo of electrical issue

Ladders are in good condition

Ladders are used on stable surfaces

Ladders are secured where required

Scaffolds are inspected before use, if present

Scaffold platforms are complete and secure

Guardrails are installed where required

Work at height area is controlled

Fall protection anchor points are suitable, if used

Height work issue notes

Photo of height work issue

Equipment is operated by authorized workers

Equipment appears in safe working condition

Machine guards are in place where required

Moving parts are protected

Equipment inspection records are available, if required

Defective equipment is tagged out

Equipment parking areas are clear

Equipment issue location

Photo of equipment issue

Vehicle routes are clearly defined

Pedestrian routes are separated from vehicle routes where possible

Traffic signs and markings are visible

Loading and unloading areas are controlled

Reversing vehicles use alarms or spotters where required

Speed limits are followed

Parking areas are organized and safe

Traffic safety issue notes

Photo of traffic safety issue

Excavations are protected, if present

Excavation edges are clearly marked

Trenches are protected from collapse where required

Safe access is provided for excavations, if applicable

Open pits or holes are barricaded

Excavation issue location

Photo of excavation issue

Hazardous materials are labeled

Safety data sheets are available where required

Chemicals are stored correctly

Chemical containers are closed and undamaged

Spill kit is available where needed

No uncontrolled leaks or spills observed

Hazardous material issue notes

Photo of hazardous material issue

Noise, dust, and fumes are controlled

Ventilation is adequate in enclosed areas

Dust control measures are used where required

Weather-related hazards are controlled

Heat stress / cold stress risks are controlled

Lighting is adequate for safe work

Environmental condition notes

Photo of environmental issue

Security fencing or site boundaries are intact

Unauthorized access points are secured

Restricted areas are marked

Security cameras or guards are in place, if applicable

No signs of vandalism or forced entry observed

Security issue notes

Photo of security issue

Safety issue found

Issue location

Issue description

Risk level: low / medium / high / critical

Immediate corrective action required

Work must be stopped in affected area

Responsible person

Target completion date

Work order / incident number

Photo of safety issue

Temporary control applied

Hazard area barricaded

Warning sign posted

Unsafe equipment removed from use

Supervisor / site manager notified

Follow-up inspection required

Photo after temporary control

Inspection completed

Site passed inspection

Final inspection result: safe / restricted / work stopped / pending correction

Final comments

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