Weekly Scaffold Inspection Checklist

Here’s a comprehensive Weekly Scaffold Inspection Checklist designed for use in eAuditor Audits & Inspections. Weekly Scaffold Inspection Checklist helps ensure that scaffolding structures are safe and compliant with safety regulations, such as OSHA or local building codes. Regular scaffold inspections are critical for preventing accidents and maintaining a safe work environment.

Weekly Scaffold Inspection Checklist Template

1. Inspection Details

• Inspection Title: Weekly Scaffold Inspection
• Date of Inspection: [Date]
• Location: [Site/Project Location]
• Inspector’s Name: [Inspector]
• Scaffold Identification Number: [ID or Tag Number]
• Scaffold Type: [Frame, System, Tube & Coupler, etc.]
• Weather Conditions: [Sunny, Cloudy, Rainy, Windy, etc.]
• Scaffold Use: [General Access, Heavy Duty, Light Duty, etc.]

2. General Information

• Work Area Clear: Is the area around the scaffold free from obstructions, debris, or hazardous materials? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Scaffold Erector Qualifications: Did qualified person erect, alter, or dismantle the scaffold? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Inspection Frequency: Is there weekly inspection of scaffold and after any changes or adverse weather conditions? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Scaffold Tags: Are scaffold tags (safe for use or unsafe) in place and clearly visible? (Yes/No/Comments)

3. Foundation and Base Inspection

• Base Condition: Is the scaffold base set on a solid, stable surface? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Base Plates and Mud Sills: Are base plates or mud sills installed and in good condition to distribute the load? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Leveling Jacks: Are leveling jacks used to keep the scaffold level and plumb? (Yes/No/Comments)
• No Undermining: Is there no undermining of the scaffold footing due to water or nearby excavation? (Yes/No/Comments)

4. Scaffold Structure Inspection

Section 1: Scaffold Frames and Tubes

• Frame Integrity: Are scaffold frames and tubes in good condition, free from bends, cracks, rust, or other damage? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Proper Bracing Installed: Are diagonal and cross braces secure and in good condition? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Joint Connections: Are all joints, couplers, and clamps secure and in good condition? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Height to Base Ratio: Is the height-to-base ratio of the scaffold within acceptable limits (typically 4:1)? (Yes/No/Comments)

Section 2: Guardrails and Safety

• Top and Mid Rails Present: Are top rails (at 42″) and mid rails (at 21″) installed and secure? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Toe Boards: Are toe boards installed along all platforms more than 10 feet high? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Access Gates: Are access gates or chains at entry points not open and secure when in use? (Yes/No/Comments)

Section 3: Platforms

• Planks in Good Condition: Are scaffold planks free from cracks, splits, or other defects? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Plank Overlap and Support: Are planks properly overlapped (minimum 12 inches) and supported at both ends? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Platform Width: Does the scaffold platform meet the required width for the type of work being done (typically 18 inches for general work)? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Platform Fully Decked: Is the platform fully decked with no gaps between planks? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Plank Securing: Are planks secured to prevent movement or displacement? (Yes/No/Comments)

5. Scaffold Access

• Ladders or Stairs: Is there a safe means of access to the scaffold (e.g., ladders, stairs, or ramps)? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Secure Access Points: Are ladders or stairs securely fastened to the scaffold and in good condition? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Access Clarity: Are access points free from obstructions and clear for safe use? (Yes/No/Comments)

6. Stability and Anchorage

• Scaffold Tied to Structure: Is the scaffold properly tied or braced to a structure at the required intervals (typically every 30 feet in height and every 26 feet horizontally)? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Tie Integrity: Are ties, anchors, and braces secure and in good condition? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Outriggers Installed: Are outriggers used where necessary to stabilize the scaffold? (Yes/No/Comments)
• No Overloading: Is the scaffold not overloaded with materials or equipment beyond its designed load capacity? (Yes/No/Comments)

7. Fall Protection

• Personal Fall Arrest Systems: Are workers using personal fall arrest systems when necessary (above 10 feet)? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Lanyards and Harnesses: Are harnesses, lanyards, and other fall arrest equipment in good condition and properly used? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Fall Distance Clear: Is the fall distance free from obstructions to prevent a worker from hitting any surfaces? (Yes/No/Comments)

8. Environmental and Weather Considerations

• Adverse Weather Conditions: Are there inspections after high winds, rain, snow, or other adverse weather conditions? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Wind Loads: Are wind conditions taken into account, especially on tall scaffolds? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Slippery Surfaces: Are scaffold platforms free from snow, ice, grease, or other slippery substances? (Yes/No/Comments)

9. Electrical Hazards

• Safe Distance from Power Lines: Is the erection of scaffold at least 10 feet away from overhead power lines? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Protection from Electrical Hazards: Is insulation or grounding of scaffold proper if it is near any electrical sources? (Yes/No/Comments)

10. Housekeeping and Maintenance

• Debris-Free Platform: Are scaffold platforms free from debris, tools, and materials when not in use? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Materials Secured: Are materials stored on the scaffold properly secured to prevent falling? (Yes/No/Comments)
• Regular Maintenance: Is there evidence of the regular maintenance and cleaning of scaffold? (Yes/No/Comments)

11. Corrective Actions

• Hazards: Were there any hazards during the inspection? (Yes/No/Details)
• Corrective Actions Required: List any required corrective actions or issues that need attention.
  • Action Item 1: [Description]
  • Action Item 2: [Description]
  • Owner: [Name of person responsible for corrective action]
  • Due Date: [Date for completion]

12. Inspector Comments and Sign-off

• Inspector’s Notes: Additional comments or observations.
• Inspector’s Signature: [Digital or Handwritten Signature]
• Date of Completion: [Date]

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