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Risk Assessment Description:

Employers have a duty under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 to assess and manage risks for workers, including those who work from home. This checklist also complies with the Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992 and follows HSE guidance on managing home workers’ health and safety.

The checklist covers all essential aspects of a safe homeworking environment: risk assessment documentation, training, ergonomic workstation setup, equipment inspection, fire safety, hazardous substance handling, personal protective equipment, and emergency preparedness. Each item is a closed Yes/No/N/A question to enable quick self‑assessment and record‑keeping.

Use this checklist for:

  • Verifying that a written homeworking risk assessment exists and is communicated.
  • Confirming that the home workspace meets ergonomic and safety standards.
  • Ensuring appropriate supervision, emergency procedures, and equipment maintenance are in place.

How to use this checklist: Complete the questionnaire at the start of each remote workday or when setting up a new home workspace. Record the answer and, where relevant, attach supporting evidence such as risk assessment copies, training records, or equipment inspection logs. Review any ‘No’ or ‘N/A’ responses with a manager to implement corrective actions and retain the completed form for health and safety audits.

Review and update: The checklist should be reviewed regularly, at least annually, or whenever there is a change to the home working arrangement, equipment, or identified hazards. Maintaining up‑to‑date records demonstrates compliance and supports continuous improvement of the homeworking safety system.

Compliant with: Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999; Display Screen Equipment Regulations 1992; HSE Home Working Guidance.

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Checks covered in this Homeworking Safety Self-Assessment checklist

This Homeworking Safety Self-Assessment 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
1Is there a written homeworking risk assessment and is it communicated to the worker?
2Are homeworking policies and procedures documented and accessible to the worker?
3Has the worker received training on safe homeworking practices and ergonomics?
4Is the worker medically fit to perform duties from home (e.g., no contraindicating health conditions)?
5Is there a system for supervisory oversight or regular check‑ins for home workers?
6Is the home workspace free from trip hazards and has a clear egress route?
7Is the lighting adequate for screen work and general tasks?
8Is the temperature and ventilation in the home workspace suitable for comfortable work?
9Is the workstation ergonomically set up (adjustable chair, monitor height, keyboard position)?
10Are there functional smoke detectors and a clear fire escape plan for the home workspace?
11Are repetitive‑strain risks (e.g., prolonged sitting) identified and mitigated with regular breaks?
12Is screen glare controlled (e.g., blinds, anti‑glare filter) and is monitor brightness appropriate?
13Are power cords and cables managed to avoid entanglement or tripping?
14Is all equipment (computer, printer, phone) inspected regularly and in safe working order?
15Are any hazardous substances (e.g., cleaning chemicals) stored securely and labelled?
16Is a suitable fire extinguisher available and maintained in the home workspace?
17Is appropriate ergonomic equipment (e.g., supportive chair, footrest, anti‑fatigue mat) provided where needed?
18Are personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements identified and supplied for any specific tasks?
19Is there a documented emergency contact list and procedure for lone workers?
20Is a first‑aid kit accessible within the home workspace?
21Has the worker been briefed on what to do in case of fire, medical emergency, or power failure?
22Is the home workspace cleared of unnecessary items at the end of each workday to reduce clutter?
23Are records of the homeworking risk assessment reviewed and updated periodically?
24Is the worker aware of their right to request a suitable alternative if the home environment is unsafe?
25Are smoke detectors tested regularly (at least annually) and in working order?
26Is there clear fire evacuation signage and a documented evacuation plan displayed in the home workspace?
27Are all electrical equipment and plugs inspected for damage and used with appropriate surge protection?

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.