| S.No. | Checkpoint | IS Requirement | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) Compliance - IS 2925, IS 3521 | |||
| A1 | Safety Helmets - All workers on site wear approved safety helmets conforming to IS 2925. Check that helmets have intact chinstraps, no cracks, clear visibility, and proper fit. Count: 100% compliance required Acceptance: Zero workers without helmets; all helmets in good condition; no damaged or expired helmets in use | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| A2 | Safety Shoes/Footwear - Verify that all workers wear closed-toe safety shoes with steel toe caps and slip-resistant soles per IS 3521. Check for proper fit, no worn-out soles, steel cap intact Acceptance: 100% of workers below 3 m height wearing safety shoes; 100% of elevated work areas has appropriate footwear | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| A3 | Hand Protection (Gloves) - Workers handling sharp materials, chemicals, or abrasive surfaces wear appropriate cut-resistant or chemical-resistant gloves. Gloves must be intact, no rips or tears Acceptance: 100% of workers in high-risk tasks wearing appropriate gloves; no missing or damaged gloves | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| A4 | Eye Protection (Safety Glasses / Goggles) - Workers in grinding, welding, concrete cutting, or chemical spraying areas wear appropriate eye protection. Lenses must be clear, no scratches affecting visibility Acceptance: 100% compliance in high-risk eye areas; UV-rated lenses for welding; clear visibility through lenses | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| A5 | Hearing Protection - In areas with noise levels above 85 dB(A), workers wear appropriate ear plugs or earmuffs. Verify hearing protection is provided for all workers in high-noise zones (concreting, pile driving, demolition) Acceptance: 100% compliance in identified high-noise areas; proper insertion of ear plugs; earmuffs properly fitted | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| A6 | Respiratory Protection - In dust-generating or chemical areas, workers wear appropriate dust masks (N95/FFP2) or supplied air respirators. Masks must fit properly, no gaps, and be replaced per manufacturer guidance Acceptance: 100% of workers in dust zones wearing masks; proper fit check; masks changed daily or per schedule | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| A7 | Body Protection (Vests, Aprons) - Workers in hazardous areas (hot work, chemical handling) wear appropriate protective vests or aprons. Vests must be visible, intact, and appropriate for hazard type Acceptance: High-visibility vests on all site personnel; 100% compliance in chemical/hot work zones | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| A8 | Fall Protection Harness (for height work > 1.8 m) - Workers at height wear approved full-body harnesses per IS 3521. Check harness condition, webbing integrity, buckle function, and correct attachment to anchor points Acceptance: 100% of workers at height > 1.8 m in harnesses; all harnesses certified, not damaged; secured to approved anchor points | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| B. Housekeeping & Site Access | |||
| B1 | Walkways & Corridors - All site walkways are clear of materials, debris, water, and hazards. Width minimum 1 m; no tripping hazards; floor even and slip-resistant. Visible footpaths prevent workers from cutting across hazardous areas Acceptance: 100% of walkways clear; no water accumulation; no materials obstructing passage; adequate lighting at night | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| B2 | Material Stacking - Stacked materials are stable, not exceeding safe stacking height per material type. For concrete blocks: max 1.5 m, for timber: max 2 m, for steel: properly strapped and blocked. No unstable pyramids or leaning stacks Acceptance: All stacks within height limits; base on firm, level ground; secured against toppling; access safe | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| B3 | Waste & Scrap Disposal - Construction waste, scrap metal, timber, packaging are segregated and collected in designated bins/areas. No loose waste on walkways; regular clearance (daily minimum). Hazardous waste in separate labeled containers Acceptance: Zero litter on walkways; segregated waste bins present; daily clearance log; hazardous waste labeled and isolated | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| B4 | Safety Signage & Barriers - Adequate signage for hazardous zones (High Voltage, Hot Work Area, Excavation in Progress, etc.). Barriers/railings prevent unauthorized entry. Warning signs in local language + symbols. Updated regularly Acceptance: Signage visible and legible; hazard symbols clear; barriers secure; no missing or faded signs | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| B5 | Site Lighting - Adequate lighting in all work areas (minimum 50 lux for general areas, 300 lux for detailed work). Night work has sufficient lights. Emergency lighting available in case of power failure Acceptance: All work areas adequately lit; emergency lights functional; no dark corners or blind spots | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| B6 | Drinking Water & Sanitation - Clean drinking water available at multiple points. Sanitary facilities (toilets, urinals, handwashing) accessible to all workers. Facilities clean, maintained daily, and adequate in number (1 toilet per 50 workers minimum) Acceptance: Drinking water cool and safe; sanitation clean; adequate quantity for workforce; no contamination | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| B7 | First Aid & Medical - First aid box available with essential supplies (bandages, antiseptic, tourniquets, stretcher). Trained first aiders on site during all work hours. First aid information posted. Telephone access to emergency services Acceptance: First aid box stocked and accessible; trained first aiders present; emergency numbers visible; medicines not expired | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C. Scaffolding & Working Platforms - IS 3696:2021 | |||
| C1 | Design & Approval - Scaffolding designed by qualified engineer. Design drawings with load calculations present on site. Design includes worker load (150 kg/person), material load, wind load per IS 3696. Design approved and certified Acceptance: Engineer-designed scaffolding; calculations verified; certification present; design safe for 1.5 x construction load | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C2 | Base Plates & Foundation - Base plates under all vertical supports bearing on firm, level ground (concrete minimum 150 mm). No gaps under base plates; ground capable of supporting concentrated loads. Plate size adequate (min 300 x 300 mm for steel tube) Acceptance: Firm level ground; base plates in full contact; no settlement; adequate bearing capacity verified | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C3 | Vertical Members - All vertical posts straight, plumb (within 5 mm per 3 m). Connections secure and tight. Posts spaced maximum 1.5 m apart horizontally. Posts properly embedded or anchored at base Acceptance: All posts plumb; no bending or deformation; spacing uniform; secure connections | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C4 | Horizontal Beams & Ledgers - Beams level and adequate size for load. Ledger (if attached to building) securely anchored with bolts every 1.5 m maximum. No bending under load. Bearing length minimum 150 mm on ledger Acceptance: Beams level and straight; proper size; secure connections; no visible deflection under load | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C5 | Cross-Bracing - Diagonal braces present in all directions (both vertical planes). Braces at 45° ±10° angle. All connections tight and secure. No missing or failed braces. Bracing spaced maximum 3 m apart vertically Acceptance: Complete diagonal bracing both ways; proper angle; tight connections; no bent or broken braces | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C6 | Guard Railing - Guard rails present on all exposed edges at working height (900-1200 mm high). Rails strong enough to resist horizontal load of 75 kg/m. No gaps > 100 mm. Proper connection to uprights Acceptance: Guard rails continuous on all open sides; proper height; can resist 75 kg/m lateral load; no gaps | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C7 | Toe Boards - Toe boards (minimum 150 mm height) present on all working platforms. Prevent tools/materials from falling. In good condition, no gaps. Spacing above platform maximum 50 mm Acceptance: Toe boards present on all platforms; minimum 150 mm height; no gaps > 50 mm; no deterioration | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C8 | Access & Egress - Safe stairway or ladder access to all platforms. Stairs minimum 600 mm wide with handrails both sides. Ladder steps 300 mm spacing; max slope 75°. No loose steps. Safe access at every platform level Acceptance: Safe access stairs/ladders present; handrails secure; no loose or missing steps; adequate width | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C9 | Platform Planking - Working platform covered with sound planks (no cracks, rot, or excessive wear). Planks secured against sliding. Spacing between planks < 25 mm. Planks capable of 1.5 kN/m² load minimum Acceptance: Planks intact and properly secured; tight spacing; no rotten timber; adequate load capacity | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |
| C10 | Tagging & Inspection - Scaffolding has inspection tag showing last certified date (maximum 30 days old). Tag updated after repairs. Weekly visual inspection by site supervisor documented. Defects immediately rectified Acceptance: Inspection tag present and current; weekly inspections logged; defects documented and corrected | Mandatory | OK NC NA HOLD |