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Port, Dock and Maritime Terminal Security Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This Port, Dock and Maritime Terminal Security Safety Checklist from Health & Safety Zone helps security operatives, door supervisors, CCTV operators and duty managers confirm that security duties at ports and terminals are carried out safely before, during and after each shift.

It covers planning and documentation, competence of staff, site and weather conditions, specific hazards such as waterside drowning, moving vehicles and containers, equipment checks, PPE, collective safety measures, emergency arrangements and post‑patrol completion. It references the Private Security Industry Act 2001 and relevant HSE guidance.

The checklist is intended to be completed at the start of each shift, during patrols and again at handover. Any negative response triggers immediate corrective action, such as securing the area, reporting the hazard or notifying a supervisor. Documentation of actions ensures traceability and supports incident investigations.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑duty security briefings and risk assessment confirmation.
  • Daily patrols and monitoring of quayside activities.
  • Post‑shift sign‑off and incident recording.

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

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Compliant with: Private Security Industry Act 2001.

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Checks covered in this Port, Dock and Maritime Terminal Security checklist

This Port, Dock and Maritime Terminal Security safety checklist template covers 22 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 security risk assessment for the port or terminal been completed and briefed to the operative?
2Is the operative licensed and registered under the Private Security Industry Act 2001?
3Has the operative received specific training for waterside and vehicle‑movement hazards?
4Is the operative medically fit for duties including potential water rescue and prolonged outdoor work?
5Is a lone worker monitoring or check‑in procedure in place and being followed for solitary patrols?
6Is the weather forecast suitable for outdoor security duties and have any adverse conditions been mitigated?
7Is the area of patrol well lit and are all emergency lighting units operational?
8Are all mobile plant and vehicles operating in the area inspected for functional lights, horns and safety devices?
9Are containers and cargo secured against unexpected movement before patrolling the area?
10Is appropriate water rescue equipment (lifebuoys, throw lines, rescue rope) inspected, available and ready for use?
11Is personal protective equipment, including high‑visibility clothing and life‑jackets where required, available and being worn?
12Is a two‑way radio or other reliable communication device functional and carried by the operative?
13Are CCTV cameras and monitoring systems operational and covering all critical zones?
14Is the perimeter barrier and access gate in good condition and locked where required?
15Are any hazardous substances (e.g., fuel, chemicals) stored securely and labelled correctly in the patrol area?
16Are signage and warning signs for slip, trip, water and vehicle hazards clearly visible?
17Are first‑aid kits and spill‑control kits readily accessible and within expiry dates?
18Is there a clear emergency evacuation route and are rescue equipment for water incidents (e.g., lifebuoys) in place?
19Is the operative aware of the emergency contact numbers and procedures for incidents on the quayside?
20Has any incident or near‑miss been logged and reported according to company procedures?
21After the patrol, has the area been checked for abandoned items, spills or unsecured equipment?
22Is the security handover briefing to the next shift completed and documented?

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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?

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