Safety Checklist Form Template

Instantly Create Your Checklist, Just enter your details

Steps, Ramps, Level-Changes and Handrails Safety Checklist

Free Safety Checklist template · Category: Concerts Festivals and EventsView all Safety Checklist templates
Use our Checklist creator tool to create customised workplace safety documents. Learn more about Steps, Ramps, Level-Changes and Handrails Safety Checklist Template below
Safety Checklist Creator
Guest

Loading Safety Checklist Creator

Please wait while we prepare your workspace

Checklist Questions

Every question is included by default. Untick any you want to leave out, or delete the ones you don't need.

Click Add Question to add your own custom checks. Click a row to edit its wording, and drag to reorder.

The Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and comments space are added automatically on the exported PDF or Word document.

No questions added yet — add your first one below.

Logo, Branding & Sign-off

Company brandingStandard+

Upgrade to add your company logo and brand colours, and customise how your documents look.Available on our Standard and Pro plans.

Add my branding →

Sign to confirm you completed this checklist

Click to sign on behalf, or leave blank for on-paper approval.

Review & Export

Your checklist is ready. Register free to download your PDF — it opens in a new tab and signs you in here automatically, so don't refresh or leave this page.

Export

Preview checklist
See exactly how it looks before downloading.
Download PDF .PDF
Register a free account to download — takes seconds, your checklist stays right here.
Register to download
Download Word .DOC Standard & Pro
An editable Word (.doc) version — upgrade to unlock.
Upgrade
Export to Excel Coming soon
A spreadsheet version for digital tracking and filtering.

Save & share

Save to account Not saved
Sign in to save and manage your checklists.
Sign in to save
Manage checklist
Sign in to manage, edit and re-export this checklist.
Save first, then manage, edit and re-export it here.
Manage, edit and re-export your saved checklist.
Sign in to save Manage
Create a RAMS pack
Sign in to bundle saved documents into a pack.
Save first, then merge saved documents into one pack.
Merge saved documents into one cover + contents pack.
Sign in Create
Share & sign
Not available for checklists — each checklist carries its own printed sign-off section instead.

How sharing & packs work

RAMS packs (Site Packs)

All plans

Bundle multiple saved documents into a single deliverable pack — a cover page + table of contents + all member document PDFs merged into one professional export.

  • Cover page + table of contents
  • All member PDFs merged into one
  • Share via one secure link
  • Recipients sign once for the whole pack

Share the pack with a customer or workforce — recipients review each document and sign once to acknowledge receipt of the entire pack.

Create a RAMS pack
Important: The documents produced by this tool are templates only. They must be reviewed and approved by a competent person or your HSEQ representative prior to publication or circulation, in accordance with our Terms & Conditions.

PDF Preview

100%

Creating preview

Building your PDF preview…

Still Using Paper Sign-Off Sheets?

Once you've generated and saved your document, create a secure share link to distribute across any platform. Collect encrypted digital signatures from your team and generate professional sign-off reports.

Generate
Save
Share
Sign
Report
Try It Free

Increased Limits Available

Risk Assessment Description:

This steps, ramps, level‑changes and handrails safety checklist template from Health & Safety Zone helps event managers and safety coordinators verify that temporary and permanent access routes for the public are safe throughout concerts, festivals and other large events.

It covers all essential aspects including risk assessment, staff competence, ground conditions, secure fixing, appropriate dimensions, handrail integrity, colour‑contrast markings, signage, lighting, accessibility for disabled users, personal protective equipment, emergency arrangements and post‑event removal. The checklist aligns with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and relevant HSE event‑safety guidance.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑event inspections – confirm steps, ramps and handrails are safe before the public arrives.
  • During‑event monitoring – spot‑check conditions and address any issues promptly.
  • Post‑event clearance – ensure temporary structures are removed or stored safely.

Each item is answered Yes, No or N/A – any No answer must be resolved before the area is opened to the public.

Use the checklist by ticking Yes, No or N/A for each question; record any corrective action taken and retain the completed form for inspection or audit purposes.

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

Compliant with: Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.

Sample PDF Document Image:

Checks covered in this Steps, Ramps, Level-Changes and Handrails Inspection checklist

This Steps, Ramps, Level-Changes and Handrails 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 risk assessment for public movement over steps, ramps and level changes been completed and communicated to staff?
2Are event staff and contractors trained in assisting the public on steps, ramps and handrails?
3Is the ground surface at the base and top of each step or ramp firm, level and free of slip hazards?
4Are any temporary steps or ramps securely fixed and stable under expected loads?
5Are step riser heights and tread depths consistent and within recommended limits?
6Are handrails installed on both sides of steps and ramps where required?
7Are handrails continuous, fixed securely, and free of sharp edges or protruding bolts?
8Is the height of handrails appropriate for the public (minimum 900 mm) and does it include a top rail?
9Are colour‑contrast markings or edge lighting provided to highlight step edges and ramp inclines?
10Are any level‑change areas clearly signposted with warning signs for the public?
11Are barriers or stanchions used to prevent unauthorised access to unsafe step or ramp areas?
12Is lighting adequate for safe navigation of steps, ramps and level changes during night events?
13Are any temporary ramps wheelchair‑accessible and meet the required gradient (maximum 1:12)?
14Is personal protective equipment such as non‑slip footwear required and provided for staff assisting the public?
15Are first‑aid resources and emergency procedures in place for incidents involving falls at steps or ramps?
16Is the area around steps and ramps kept clear of obstacles, debris and equipment?
17Are regular inspections of steps, ramps and handrails scheduled during the event?
18After the event, have all temporary steps, ramps and handrails been removed or securely stored?
19Have any defects identified during inspections been corrected before public use?
20Is there a clear procedure for reporting and addressing hazards related to steps, ramps or handrails?
21Is a competent person or qualified engineer signed off the installation of each temporary step, ramp or handrail before public use?
22Are edge protection devices or anti‑slip treads installed on all step edges?
23Is the weather forecast checked and are wet or icy conditions mitigated with appropriate slip‑resistant measures?
24Are wheelchair‑accessible routes clearly marked with the international wheelchair symbol?
25Is the risk assessment reviewed and updated if any changes to the layout or equipment occur during the event?

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 — a free account is all you need to download.

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.

Do I need an account to use the checklist templates?

You can build and preview a checklist without an account. To download the PDF you'll need a free account — it takes less than a minute, costs nothing, and also lets you save checklists to your dashboard and edit them later.

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

Yes — add your company logo, colours and details on Standard and Pro plans, so the exported checklist carries your own branding. Guests and Free downloads carry Health & Safety Zone branding.

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.

Related Documents

Risk AssessmentSteps, Ramps, Level-Changes and Handrails Risk AssessmentCreate
Safety ChecklistSteps, Ramps and Handrails Safety ChecklistCreate
Risk AssessmentSteps, Ramps & Handrails Risk AssessmentCreate
Risk AssessmentEngine Oil and Filter Changes Risk AssessmentCreate
Toolbox TalkHighway Code Updates and Legal Changes Toolbox TalkCreate