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Guardrail Inspection Checklist

Creating a Guardrail Inspection Checklist for use with eAuditor Audits & Inspections involves identifying key elements related to the safety, condition, and compliance of guardrails. The checklist should cover visual, structural, and regulatory aspects to ensure that guardrails meet safety standards.

Guardrail Inspection Checklist

Here’s an outline for your Guardrail Inspection Checklist using eAuditor Audits & Inspections:

1. General Information

  • Inspector’s Name:
  • Date of Inspection:
  • Location:
  • Weather Conditions:
  • Type of Guardrail:
    (e.g., steel, concrete, cable, wood)

2. Visual Condition of Guardrail

  • Are there any visible signs of damage to the guardrail?
    (e.g., cracks, dents, rust, corrosion)

    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If Yes, describe:
    • Attach photos.
  • Are there any missing or damaged components?
    (e.g., bolts, fasteners, end treatments)

    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If Yes, describe:
    • Attach photos.
  • Is the guardrail clean and free from debris?
    (e.g., litter, vegetation, mud buildup)

    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If No, describe the obstructions:
    • Attach photos.
  • Are there any signs of vehicle impact?
    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If Yes, describe the extent of damage and note affected areas:
    • Attach photos.

3. Structural Integrity

  • Is the guardrail firmly anchored to the ground?
    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If No, describe the issue:
    • Attach photos.
  • Are the posts properly spaced and stable?
    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If No, describe the spacing issue or instability:
    • Attach photos.
  • Is the guardrail height appropriate for its purpose?
    (Check against regulatory standards for height)

    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If No, specify measurement discrepancies:
    • Attach photos.
  • Are all joints and connections secure?
    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If No, describe:
    • Attach photos.

Guardrail Inspection Checklist


4. Safety Features

  • Are reflective markers or signage present and visible?
    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If No, describe missing or damaged signage:
    • Attach photos.
  • Are end treatments (terminals) in good condition and compliant with safety standards?
    (e.g., crash cushions, impact attenuators)

    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If No, describe:
    • Attach photos.
  • Is the guardrail free from protruding elements that could pose a hazard?
    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If No, describe:
    • Attach photos.

5. Compliance

  • Does the guardrail meet local and national safety standards?
    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If No, specify the areas of non-compliance:
  • Has the guardrail been inspected as per the required frequency?
    (Check logs for scheduled maintenance)

    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If No, indicate the last inspection date:

6. Recommendations and Follow-Up Actions

  • Is any repair or maintenance required?
    • ☐ Yes
    • ☐ No
    • If Yes, describe the repairs needed and urgency:
  • Next scheduled inspection date:

7. Inspector’s Signature:


Guardrail Inspection Checklist

This template can be customized further based on specific requirements for different types of guardrails or regulatory guidelines in your region. When using eAuditor Audits & Inspections, you can set up fields to attach photos, create action items, and flag items for follow-up. Additionally, you can include pass/fail criteria and use conditional logic to show or hide fields depending on the answers provided.

 


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