Safety Checklist Form Template

Instantly Create Your Checklist, Just enter your details

Core Drill Pre-Use Safety Checklist

Free Safety Checklist template · Category: ConstructionView all Safety Checklist templates
Use our Checklist creator tool to create customised workplace safety documents. Learn more about Core Drill Pre-Use Safety Checklist Template below
Safety Checklist Creator
Guest

Loading Safety Checklist Creator

Please wait while we prepare your workspace

Checklist Questions

Every question is included by default. Untick any you want to leave out, or delete the ones you don't need.

Click Add Question to add your own custom checks. Click a row to edit its wording, and drag to reorder.

The Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and comments space are added automatically on the exported PDF or Word document.

No questions added yet — add your first one below.

Logo, Branding & Sign-off

Company brandingStandard+

Upgrade to add your company logo and brand colours, and customise how your documents look.Available on our Standard and Pro plans.

Add my branding →

Sign to confirm you completed this checklist

Click to sign on behalf, or leave blank for on-paper approval.

Review & Export

Your checklist is ready. Register free to download your PDF — it opens in a new tab and signs you in here automatically, so don't refresh or leave this page.

Export

Preview checklist
See exactly how it looks before downloading.
Download PDF .PDF
Register a free account to download — takes seconds, your checklist stays right here.
Register to download
Download Word .DOC Standard & Pro
An editable Word (.doc) version — upgrade to unlock.
Upgrade
Export to Excel Coming soon
A spreadsheet version for digital tracking and filtering.

Save & share

Save to account Not saved
Sign in to save and manage your checklists.
Sign in to save
Manage checklist
Sign in to manage, edit and re-export this checklist.
Save first, then manage, edit and re-export it here.
Manage, edit and re-export your saved checklist.
Sign in to save Manage
Create a RAMS pack
Sign in to bundle saved documents into a pack.
Save first, then merge saved documents into one pack.
Merge saved documents into one cover + contents pack.
Sign in Create
Share & sign
Not available for checklists — each checklist carries its own printed sign-off section instead.

How sharing & packs work

RAMS packs (Site Packs)

All plans

Bundle multiple saved documents into a single deliverable pack — a cover page + table of contents + all member document PDFs merged into one professional export.

  • Cover page + table of contents
  • All member PDFs merged into one
  • Share via one secure link
  • Recipients sign once for the whole pack

Share the pack with a customer or workforce — recipients review each document and sign once to acknowledge receipt of the entire pack.

Create a RAMS pack
Important: The documents produced by this tool are templates only. They must be reviewed and approved by a competent person or your HSEQ representative prior to publication or circulation, in accordance with our Terms & Conditions.

PDF Preview

100%

Creating preview

Building your PDF preview…

Still Using Paper Sign-Off Sheets?

Once you've generated and saved your document, create a secure share link to distribute across any platform. Collect encrypted digital signatures from your team and generate professional sign-off reports.

Generate
Save
Share
Sign
Report
Try It Free

Increased Limits Available

Risk Assessment Description:

This core drill pre-use safety checklist template from Health & Safety Zone helps operatives and supervisors confirm that a diamond core drill is safe to operate before any drilling work begins on construction sites.

It covers all key areas required for safe tool use, including competence, work environment, dust and slurry control, equipment condition, electrical safety, vibration exposure, personal protective equipment, collective safeguards, emergency arrangements and post‑use procedures. It references the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 1998), the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH 2002) together with HSE guidance on hand‑arm vibration.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑use checks – verify the drill, accessories and site conditions are safe before starting.
  • Site inspections – spot‑check drill use during work.
  • Toolbox briefings – reinforce safe operating practices.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A – any No answer must be resolved before the drill is used.

Fully editable and shareable — customise the questions to your site, download as a PDF and share with your team.

Compliant with: Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 1998); Electricity at Work Regulations 1989; Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005; Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH 2002).

Sample PDF Document Image:

Checks covered in this Core Drill Pre-Use checklist

This Core Drill Pre-Use safety checklist template covers 33 checks. Customise the questions to your workplace, then download a professional, print-ready PDF with Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space.

#Checklist item
1Has a risk assessment for the core drilling task been completed and briefed to those involved?
2Is the operator trained, competent and authorised to use a diamond core drill?
3Is the work area clear of unnecessary personnel and properly signalled?
4Is adequate ventilation provided to control dust and fumes?
5Are dust extraction and slurry containment systems in place and functioning?
6Has a COSHH assessment been carried out for dust and slurry generated by the core drill, and are control measures in place?
7Is the drill securely mounted or anchored to prevent movement?
8Is the drill base stable and level?
9Is the correct drill bit fitted for the material and size required?
10Is the drill bit free of cracks, wear or damage?
11Is the quick‑release chuck or bit holder securely locked?
12Is the drill guard or protective cover present and securely fitted?
13Is the on/off power switch clearly labelled and functional?
14Does the speed control operate smoothly and set to the appropriate range?
15Is the water feed hose intact, free of leaks and correctly connected?
16Is the coolant pump operating and delivering water at the required flow rate?
17Is the water supply adequate and flowing continuously during drilling?
18Is the water tank full and positioned to avoid spillage?
19Is the dust extraction port free of blockages and securely attached?
20Is the electrical power cable in good condition with no cuts or exposed conductors?
21Is the drill's wiring insulation in good condition with no signs of wear?
22Is the power cable correctly routed and secured to prevent tripping hazards?
23Is the drill covered by a current PAT test and certificate that is in date?
24Is the drill connected to a functional RCD or circuit breaker?
25Is the drill's earthing/grounding connection intact and tested?
26Does the emergency stop button operate correctly and lock out power?
27Is the drill’s vibration level assessed and within the limits of the Control of Vibration at Work Regulations?
28Are appropriate hearing protection and eye protection being worn?
29Is suitable hand protection and high‑visibility clothing being worn?
30Are barriers or exclusion zones in place to protect other workers from the drilling area?
31Is a first‑aid kit and spill control kit readily accessible nearby?
32Is there a designated container for drill waste and slurry, and is it labelled appropriately?
33After use, is the drill cleaned, inspected for damage and stored safely?

Frequently asked questions

Are these safety checklist templates really free to download?

Yes — completely free. Customise any checklist to your workplace and download a professional, print-ready PDF in minutes. No paywall — a free account is all you need to download.

What format do the safety checklists download in?

Checklists download as a professional PDF, ready to print and complete on-site — each question has clear Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space. You choose portrait or landscape at download. Word and spreadsheet formats are being added.

Can I customise the checklist questions to my workplace?

Yes — fully. Add your own questions, edit or remove any of the pre-written ones, and reorder them to suit your site, task or inspection before you download.

Are the safety checklists suitable for UK workplaces?

Yes. The checklists are written around UK health and safety good practice and HSE guidance, and are suitable for inspections, audits, toolbox checks and routine workplace monitoring.

Do I need an account to use the checklist templates?

You can build and preview a checklist without an account. To download the PDF you'll need a free account — it takes less than a minute, costs nothing, and also lets you save checklists to your dashboard and edit them later.

Can I add my company logo and branding to the checklist?

Yes — add your company logo, colours and details on Standard and Pro plans, so the exported checklist carries your own branding. Guests and Free downloads carry Health & Safety Zone branding.

How do I complete the checklist once it is downloaded?

The exported checklist is a blank, ready-to-use document: print it and tick Yes, No or N/A against each question and write any comments in the notes space, then sign and date it in the sign-off section.

What types of safety checklist can I create?

We are building specialist checklists across a wide range of subjects and industries — fire safety, workplace inspections, equipment and machinery checks, site inductions, vehicle checks, PPE, first aid and more. Browse by category to find the right one.

How often should safety checklists be completed?

It depends on the activity and your risk assessment — many checks are daily, weekly or monthly, while others are done before each task or shift. Completed, dated checklists provide a useful record of your monitoring.

Are the checklists a substitute for a risk assessment?

No. A checklist is a monitoring and inspection tool that complements your risk assessments and method statements — it helps confirm that controls are in place and working. Use them alongside your risk assessments.

Related Documents

Risk AssessmentCoring and Core Drilling Risk AssessmentCreate
Risk AssessmentCore Drilling Risk AssessmentCreate
Toolbox TalkDiamond Drilling and Core Cutting Safety Toolbox TalkCreate
Toolbox TalkScoreboard, Big‑Screen and Gantry Access Toolbox TalkCreate
Risk AssessmentScoreboard, Big-Screen and Gantry Access Risk AssessmentCreate