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Retail Shelving Working at Height Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This retail shelving working at height safety checklist template from Health & Safety Zone helps stockroom and delivery staff ensure safe access, stability and safe working practices when working on retail shelving.

It covers all essential areas including risk assessment, competence, safe environment, equipment stability, PPE, collective protection and emergency arrangements, referencing the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999. The checklist follows the 10‑dimension safety framework, ensuring that planning, people, environment, plant, substances, PPE, collective measures, emergency welfare and completion steps are all addressed, covering safe access routes, stability of shelving, load limits, control of falling stock, segregation of customers, and rescue arrangements.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑use checks – confirm shelving and access equipment are safe before each task.
  • During work – monitor conditions, PPE and safe practices while working at height.
  • Post‑task review – verify the area is clear and equipment is stored correctly.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A – any No answer must be resolved before work continues or after completion. Users should tick the appropriate response, note any observations, and take corrective action immediately to prevent falls or injuries.

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

The template can be downloaded, customised for specific store layouts, and shared with health and safety teams, ensuring consistent compliance across all retail locations.

Compliant with: Work at Height Regulations 2005; Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.

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Checks covered in this Retail Shelving Working at Height checklist

This Retail Shelving Working at Height safety checklist template covers 21 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 risk assessment for working at height on retail shelving been completed and communicated to staff?
2Are staff trained and competent to work at height on shelving and aware of safe climbing techniques?
3Is the shelving unit inspected and confirmed to be stable and securely anchored before work begins?
4Are the floor surfaces around the shelving clear of slip or trip hazards and able to support the load?
5Is adequate lighting provided in the area where the shelving work will be carried out?
6Are any overhead hazards such as exposed services or signage identified and kept clear?
7Is the access equipment (step ladder or mobile platform) appropriate for the height and load required?
8Are ladders or platforms positioned on a firm, level surface and secured to prevent movement?
9Is the ladder set at the correct angle (approximately 1:4) before climbing?
10Is the ladder inspected for damage or defects before use?
11Is three points of contact maintained when climbing onto the shelving?
12Is overreaching prohibited and are staff instructed to keep their centre of gravity within the shelving frame?
13Is the risk of falling stock controlled by securing items on the shelves before climbing?
14Is the load on each shelf within the manufacturer’s rated capacity?
15Are appropriate PPE (non‑slip footwear, gloves, high‑visibility clothing) available and being worn?
16Are barriers or signage used to keep customers and other staff clear of the work area?
17Are emergency procedures and first‑aid arrangements in place and known to staff?
18Is a rescue plan available in case a worker becomes unable to descend safely?
19After work, is the shelving inspected for any damage caused during the task?
20Is the access equipment removed, stored safely and any defects recorded?
21Is the work area cleared of tools and materials and left tidy after completion?

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