Written subject 5
A scene-based construction safety checklist
Separate fall, collapse, falling-object, and equipment risks by work sequence and protective measure.
Look for fall exposure, not height alone
Openings, platforms, ladders, and scaffolds require attention to movement and work position. Match guardrails, covers, or anchorage to the scene.
For collapse, inspect load and support
Excavation, formwork shores, earth retaining, and demolition depend on changing loads and sound supports. Consider what happens when sequence or members change.
Separate people from equipment paths
Lifting and mobile equipment require operating-radius control, spotters, access restriction, and clear signals to reduce collision and falling-object exposure.