Site Safety Checklist
MANDATORY: Complete this checklist at EVERY site, EVERY time—before beginning work.
Project: ______________________ Date: ______________________ Site Location: ______________________ Technician(s): ______________________
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Required PPE (Minimum)
- Safety glasses with side shields
- Hard hat (Type I minimum, Type II if site-required)
- Steel-toed or composite-toe work boots
- High-visibility vest or shirt (if site-required)
Additional PPE (Site-Dependent)
- Cut-resistant gloves (Level 5 if required)
- Hearing protection (if noise exceeds 85 dB)
- Respiratory protection (if dust/fumes present)
- Fall protection harness (if working above 6 feet)
- Electrical-rated gloves (if working on live circuits)
Site-Specific PPE Requirements: ______________________
Site Hazard Assessment
Environmental Hazards
- Adequate lighting for safe work
- Weather conditions acceptable (no lightning, extreme heat/cold)
- Floor/ground conditions stable (no standing water, ice, loose materials)
- Emergency exits identified and accessible
- Fire extinguisher location identified
Overhead Hazards
- No ongoing overhead work directly above installation area
- Ceiling height adequate for equipment and personnel
- No low-hanging obstacles or sharp edges
- Adequate clearance for ladders or lifts
Adjacent Hazards
- No welding or hot work in immediate area
- No chemical storage or hazardous materials nearby
- Adequate separation from moving equipment or vehicles
- Barricades or cones placed if needed
Electrical Safety
Power Source Verification
- Power source identified and labeled
- Voltage verified matches equipment requirements
- Circuit breaker or disconnect location identified
- Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) present if required
- No damaged cords, exposed wiring, or electrical hazards
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- LOTO required: ☐ Yes ☐ No
- If YES: LOTO procedures reviewed and equipment available
- Authorized personnel identified for LOTO
- LOTO applied and verified before work on circuits
Electrical Work Restrictions:
- Never work on live circuits unless absolutely necessary and properly trained
- Always test circuits with volt meter before touching
- Assume all circuits are live until proven otherwise
Ladder & Elevated Work Safety
Ladder Use (if applicable)
- Ladder inspected for damage (no cracks, bends, or loose rungs)
- Ladder rated for load (person + tools/materials)
- Ladder placed on stable, level surface
- Ladder secured or footed by second person
- 3-point contact maintained while climbing
- No work from top two rungs of stepladder
Aerial Lift Use (if applicable)
- Operator trained and authorized
- Lift inspected (controls, guardrails, outriggers functional)
- Ground conditions suitable for lift stabilization
- Overhead clearances verified (power lines, structures)
- Fall protection harness worn and attached
Fall Protection (work above 6 feet)
- Fall protection required: ☐ Yes ☐ No
- If YES: Harness inspected and properly fitted
- Anchor point identified and rated (5,000 lb minimum)
- Lanyard or self-retracting lifeline attached
- Rescue plan in place
Tool & Equipment Safety
Hand Tools
- All tools inspected for damage
- Cutting tools sharp and guarded
- Power tool cords in good condition
- Battery-powered tools fully charged
Heavy Equipment
- Dollies, carts, hand trucks available for material handling
- Proper lifting technique reviewed (bend knees, straight back)
- Team lift arranged for items over 50 lbs (or per individual capability)
- No improvised lifting or rigging
Site-Specific Training & Permits
Required Training
- Site-specific safety orientation completed
- Hot work permit (if welding or cutting): ☐ N/A ☐ Obtained
- Confined space entry permit (if applicable): ☐ N/A ☐ Obtained
- Other permits required: ______________________
Site Rules & Restrictions
- Site rules reviewed and understood
- Restricted areas identified
- Smoking/eating areas identified
- Cell phone/camera restrictions noted
- Visitor/contractor badging complete
Emergency Preparedness
Emergency Information
- Emergency phone numbers posted or saved in phone
- Site emergency: ______________________
- 911 or local emergency: ______________________
- VidIn PM: ______________________
- First aid kit location identified
- Nearest hospital or urgent care identified
- Evacuation routes and muster points identified
Incident Reporting
If ANY injury, near-miss, or safety incident occurs:
- Stop work immediately
- Provide first aid if safe to do so
- Call 911 if medical attention needed
- Notify site contact
- Notify VidIn PM immediately
- Complete incident report within 24 hours
Work Area Setup
Housekeeping
- Work area clear of trip hazards
- Cords routed to avoid tripping
- Adequate space for safe work
- Waste containers or staging area designated
Barricades & Signage
- Cones or barricades placed if in traffic area
- “Caution: Work in Progress” signs posted if needed
- Pedestrian routes maintained
Team Communication
Daily Safety Briefing
- All team members present for safety briefing
- Today’s specific hazards discussed
- Work plan reviewed
- Questions answered
Stop Work Authority
Every team member has the authority and responsibility to STOP WORK if an unsafe condition is observed.
Stop Work Triggers:
- Unsafe condition not addressed by this checklist
- Equipment malfunction
- Change in site conditions
- Fatigue or illness affecting safety
- Unclear procedures
Pre-Work Confirmation
I certify that:
- I have completed this safety checklist
- I understand the hazards present
- I have the proper PPE and tools
- I am physically and mentally fit to work safely
- I will stop work if unsafe conditions develop
Technician Signature: ______________________ Date/Time: ______________________
Lead/Supervisor Signature: ______________________ Date/Time: ______________________
Ongoing Safety During Work
Periodic Checks (Every 2 Hours)
- Conditions still safe
- PPE still in good condition
- No new hazards developed
- Team hydrated and rested
End-of-Day Safety
- All tools accounted for and stored safely
- Power disconnected from temporary equipment
- Work area clean and trip hazards removed
- Barricades left in place if work continues tomorrow
- No open hazards left for next shift or public
REMEMBER: No job is so important that it cannot be done safely. If in doubt, STOP and ASK.
Questions or Concerns? Contact your PM immediately: ______________________
Version: 1.0 | Last Updated: February 12, 2026