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Deep Excavation Confined Space Entry Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This deep excavation confined space entry safety checklist template helps site managers, supervisors and operatives confirm that all essential safety steps are taken before and during work in a deep excavated confined space.

It covers risk assessment, permit control, atmospheric testing, continuous monitoring, ventilation, rescue planning, communications, access, shoring, water‑level control, hazardous substances, personal protective equipment, exclusion zones, signage, fire prevention and emergency arrangements. The checklist aligns with the Confined Spaces Regulations 1997, the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and HSE approved code of practice for safe work in confined spaces.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑entry checks – verify permits, testing and rescue resources before anyone enters.
  • During‑work monitoring – ensure continuous atmospheric safety, ventilation and communication.
  • Post‑entry sign‑off – confirm the space is made safe before sealing or back‑filling.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A – any No answer must be resolved before work proceeds or the space is re‑secured.

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

The designated supervisor should complete the checklist before any personnel enter the excavation, record all answers on the form and retain it as part of the project health and safety file for audit and future reference.

Compliant with: Confined Spaces Regulations 1997; Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015; HSE safe work in confined spaces guidance.

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Checks covered in this Deep Excavation Confined Space Entry and Work checklist

This Deep Excavation Confined Space Entry and Work safety checklist template covers 27 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 confined space entry permit been issued for the excavation?
2Is the permit signed by a competent person and displayed at the entry?
3Has a suitable and sufficient risk assessment for the deep excavation been completed and communicated?
4Are all operatives trained and competent to work in confined spaces and deep excavations?
5Is atmospheric monitoring equipment calibrated and available for use?
6Have initial atmospheric tests (oxygen, flammable gas, toxic gas) been carried out and recorded before entry?
7Is continuous atmospheric monitoring in place throughout the work?
8Is ventilation provided and verified to maintain a safe atmosphere?
9Is the ventilation fan inspected and operating correctly?
10Are emergency rescue equipment such as retrieval line, harness and rescue air supply on site and inspected?
11Is a rescue team nominated and briefed on the entry procedure?
12Is a written rescue plan displayed at the entry point?
13Is a reliable means of communication (e.g., two‑way radio) established between entrants and standby personnel?
14Are emergency contact numbers clearly displayed at the entry?
15Are access and egress points clearly marked and unobstructed?
16Is a safe means of entry such as a ladder or scaffold provided and inspected?
17Are all excavated sides shored or supported as required?
18Is the ground water level monitored and controlled?
19Are hazardous substances such as contaminated soil or gases identified and controlled?
20Is appropriate personal protective equipment including respiratory protection, safety boots and hard hat available and worn?
21Are exclusion zones and barriers in place to protect other workers?
22Is signage indicating the confined space and associated hazards clearly displayed?
23Are fire prevention measures such as no‑smoking and fire extinguishers implemented around the excavation?
24Is the first aid kit readily available and inspected?
25Is the site weather suitable for safe entry (e.g., no heavy rain or high winds)?
26Is any mobile plant positioned safely away from the excavation edge?
27Upon completion, is the area ventilated, atmospheric tests repeated and the space made safe before sealing or back‑filling?

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