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Site Accommodation and Cabin Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This site accommodation and cabin safety checklist template assists site managers and supervisors to verify that temporary accommodation units and cabins are safe, stable and compliant before use on construction sites.

It addresses the requirements of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, as well as HSE welfare facilities guidance (CIS 59). The checklist covers risk assessments, authorisation, competence, site conditions, fire and heating safety, electrical installations, ventilation, waste and fuel storage, personal protective equipment, collective safety measures, emergency provisions and post‑use make‑safe actions.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑use inspections – confirm accommodation units and cabins are ready and safe before workers occupy them.
  • Routine site audits – monitor ongoing compliance throughout the project.
  • Hand‑over sign‑off – ensure all hazards have been addressed before moving to the next phase.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A. Any No answer must be resolved and recorded before the accommodation unit or cabin is used.

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

Compliant with: Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015; Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974; HSE Welfare Facilities Guidance (CIS 59).

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Checks covered in this Inspection of site accommodation units and cabins checklist

This Inspection of site accommodation units and cabins 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
1Has a site‑specific risk assessment for accommodation and cabins been completed and communicated to all users?
2Is the accommodation unit or cabin authorised for use by the client or principal contractor?
3Are all operatives who will occupy the cabin trained in fire safety, emergency evacuation procedures and the use of any heating equipment?
4Is the ground beneath the unit stable, level and free from subsidence or water accumulation?
5Are access steps, ladders and handrails in good condition, securely fixed and free of slip hazards?
6Is the external structure free of visible damage, corrosion or broken panels?
7Are windows and doors operable, lockable where required and have functional seals?
8Is the heating appliance (e.g., electric heater, diesel heater or gas heater) inspected, serviced and free of leaks or damage?
9Is a carbon monoxide detector installed and tested within the last 6 months?
10Is adequate ventilation provided to prevent buildup of fumes from heating appliances?
11Are portable generators or fixed electrical installations within the cabin inspected, earthing verified and overload protection functional?
12Are all electrical sockets, switches and lighting fixtures in good condition and not overloaded?
13Has the electrical installation been inspected by a qualified electrician and is the certification up to date?
14Is the cabin equipped with an appropriate fire extinguisher, correctly rated and inspected within the last 12 months?
15Is there a working smoke detector or heat alarm in the cabin, tested within the last 6 months?
16Are fire escape signs clearly displayed and illuminated?
17Are escape routes from the cabin clearly marked, unobstructed and of adequate width?
18Is emergency lighting installed and functional for night‑time evacuation?
19Are combustible materials stored away from heating equipment and open flames?
20Is fuel for heating appliances stored in approved containers, labelled and located outside the cabin?
21Are cleaning chemicals and other hazardous substances stored in accordance with COSHH requirements?
22Is appropriate PPE (e.g., gloves, safety glasses) available and being worn where required?
23Are welfare facilities (toilet, washing basin, drinking water) provided nearby and maintained in a hygienic condition?
24Are first‑aid kits accessible within the cabin or adjacent area and up‑to‑date?
25Is the cabin free from excess clutter that could impede evacuation or cause trips?
26After use, are all heating and electrical equipment switched off, isolated and keys secured?
27Is the cabin locked or secured to prevent unauthorised entry when not in use?

Frequently asked questions

Are these safety checklist templates really free to download?

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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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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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