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Pool Hoist and Assisted Access Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This pool hoist and assisted access safety checklist template from Health & Safety Zone helps lifeguards and pool supervisors ensure safe operation of pool hoists in commercial gyms, swimming pools and leisure facilities.

It covers all key areas including risk assessment, staff competence, equipment condition, sling integrity, battery and lifting mechanism checks, load testing, transfer procedures, PPE and emergency arrangements. The checklist is aligned with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) and HSE guidance on thorough examinations of lifting equipment.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre-use inspections — verify the hoist and accessories are safe before each session.
  • Daily safety audits — confirm ongoing compliance and identify maintenance needs.
  • Training and competency checks — ensure operators follow the correct transfer procedure.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A — any No answer must be addressed before the hoist is used.

To use the checklist, the operator marks Yes, No or N/A for each question; any No response triggers immediate corrective action before the hoist is operated. Completed checklists are retained as part of the facility’s safety records.

Fully editable and shareable — customise the questions to your facility and download as a PDF.

Compliant with: Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER).

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Checks covered in this Pool Hoist and Assisted Access Inspection checklist

This Pool Hoist and Assisted Access Inspection safety checklist template covers 25 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 current risk assessment for assisted access operations been completed and communicated to staff?
2Are lifeguards and pool supervisors trained and competent in operating the pool hoist?
3Is the hoist battery fully charged and in good condition with no signs of damage?
4Is the hoist lifting mechanism free of visible wear, corrosion, or damage?
5Are the hoist's safety interlocks and emergency stop functions operational?
6Is the hoist's load test certificate up to date and displayed on the equipment?
7Is the hoist's service label current and legible, showing the last thorough examination date?
8Are the slings and straps used with the hoist free of cuts, fraying, or excessive wear?
9Are the slings and straps correctly rated for the maximum load and correctly attached to the hoist?
10Is the hoist's braking system functional and able to hold load securely?
11Is the hoist's guard and protective covers in place and undamaged?
12Is the hoist positioned on a stable, level surface with adequate clearance around it?
13Are the surrounding pool deck and area free of slip hazards and obstacles near the hoist operation zone?
14Are appropriate signage and barriers in place to keep unauthorised persons clear of the hoist during use?
15Is personal protective equipment such as gloves, non-slip footwear and eye protection available and being worn by operators?
16Is there a clear, documented transfer procedure for moving users onto and off the hoist, and is it being followed?
17Are the hoist controls clearly labelled and easily reachable for the operator?
18Is the hoist's power source correctly connected and protected from water ingress?
19Are emergency rescue arrangements in place, including trained staff and equipment, should a hoist failure occur?
20After each use, is the hoist inspected for any new damage and returned to safe storage?
21Are maintenance records for the hoist up to date and accessible?
22Are any exclusions or restrictions for use, such as weight limits or adverse weather, clearly communicated and adhered to?
23Is the area around the hoist adequately lit for safe operation?
24Is there a safe method for manually lowering the hoist in case of power failure?
25On completion of the session, is the hoist powered down, secured and are keys removed?

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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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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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