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Risk Assessment Description:

This piling safety checklist template from Health & Safety Zone helps site supervisors, operatives and engineers confirm that deep‑foundation works are carried out safely before, during and after piling activities.

It covers all ten safety dimensions – planning, competence, site conditions, task‑specific hazards, plant and equipment, substances, personal protective equipment, collective measures, emergency arrangements and make‑safe – and references the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (HSE CDM 2015 guidance) together with HSE guidance such as HSG47 (HSE Managing Underground Services) and HSG150 (HSE Temporary Works) (source). It is designed for use on any construction site where deep foundations are required, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Use this checklist for:

Pre‑start checks – verify risk assessments, permits and rig stability before work begins.
In‑process inspections – monitor vibration, noise, exclusion zones and equipment condition while piling.
Completion sign‑off – ensure the site is cleared, the rig is isolated and records are closed.

The checklist is completed on‑site by the piling supervisor at each key stage, ticking Yes, No or N/A and recording any corrective actions before work can proceed.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A; any No response must be addressed before the next stage of work proceeds.

Fully editable and shareable – customise the questions to your project, download as a PDF and distribute to your team.

Compliant with: Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015; Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974; LOLER 1998; PUWER 1998; HSG47; HSG150.

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Checks covered in this Piling Operations Pre‑Start, In‑Process and Completion Checks checklist

This Piling Operations Pre‑Start, In‑Process and Completion Checks safety checklist template covers 35 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
1	Is a risk assessment for the piling works completed and communicated to the crew?
2	Is a method statement or safe system of work for the piling operation approved and available?
3	Is a temporary works permit for the piling rig in place and signed?
4	Have all required permits (e.g., excavation, noise, vibration) been obtained?
5	Are all operatives involved in piling trained and competent in the use of the piling rig and associated lifting equipment?
6	Are supervisors certified for supervising temporary works under CDM 2015?
7	Is the ground bearing capacity assessed and suitable for the piling rig's load?
8	Is the exclusion zone around the rig clearly marked and secured?
9	Is the weather forecast suitable (no high winds, heavy rain) for piling activities?
10	Are nearby structures and services identified and protected?
11	Is vibration monitoring planned for the duration of piling?
12	Are noise control measures (hearing protection, barriers) in place?
13	Is the piling rig inspected and its certification up to date (LOLER/PUWER)?
14	Are the hydraulic hoses and connections free of leaks and damage?
15	Are the drill rods/shafts inspected for cracks or wear before use?
16	Is the rig's stability system (outriggers, pads) correctly positioned and secured?
17	Are the power supply cables in good condition and protected from damage?
18	Is the spoil handling plan in place to manage arisings safely?
19	Are dust suppression measures (water, extraction) ready for use?
20	Is appropriate hearing protection provided and worn?
21	Is eye protection and hard hat worn?
22	Is high‑visibility clothing worn?
23	Are barriers and signage around the exclusion zone installed?
24	Are emergency stop devices on the rig functional and accessible?
25	Are first aid kits and trained first aiders on site?
26	Is a rescue plan for a collapse or equipment failure in place?
27	Is the rig isolated, keys removed, and secured after use?
28	Is the site cleared of spoil and waste, and waste disposed of correctly?
29	Is the temporary works permit closed and documented?
30	Is the engine oil level checked and within safe limits?
31	Are the rig's brakes inspected and functional?
32	Is the ROPS/FOPS in good condition and engaged?
33	Is the operator seat belt functional and used?
34	Is the rig's warning siren or alarm audible and operational?
35	Is a fire extinguisher of appropriate type mounted on the rig and inspected?

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, and no signup required for guests.

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.

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

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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.

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