Steel Erection Safety Checklist
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Planning & Pre-Erection
Focuses on pre-planning activities, site assessment, and coordination to prevent hazards before erection begins.
Review of Steel Shop Drawings and Calculations
Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Conducted?
Date of Last Site Survey
Wind Speed Limit for Erection (mph)
Qualified Rigger Assigned?
Copy of Approved Erection Plan
Description of any identified environmental concerns (e.g., proximity to utilities)
Permit Required for Erection?
Summary of Pre-Erection Meeting Attendees and Key Decisions
Site Preparation & Access
Covers ensuring a safe work environment, including ground conditions, access routes, and temporary supports.
Verify Ground Conditions: Assess soil stability and bearing capacity. Record findings.
Ground Bearing Capacity (psi):
Identify Potential Hazards: Select all that apply (e.g., underground utilities, uneven terrain, overhead obstructions).
Other Hazards (If Selected Above):
Temporary Access Routes Established?
Upload Site Survey/Plan (if available)
Distance from Edge (min. safe working distance - feet):
Describe any existing temporary supports and their condition.
Equipment & Rigging
Addresses the safety of cranes, hoists, rigging gear, and other lifting equipment.
Crane Capacity (Tons)
Crane Inspection Status
Rigging Gear Certification Status
Crane Inspection Report (Attach PDF)
Wire Rope Diameter (inches)
Signal Person Present?
Any Rigging Gear Deficiencies Noted?
Angle of Load (degrees)
Steel Member Handling & Lifting
Covers the safe handling and lifting of individual steel members, including inspection and proper techniques.
Member Condition Upon Arrival
Member Weight (lbs/kg)
Lifting Method
Specific Lifting Plan Notes
Lifting Angle Verification
Photo Documentation of Lifting
Tag Line Attached & Secured?
Bolting & Connections
Focuses on proper bolting procedures, inspection of fasteners, and torque specifications.
Bolt Diameter (inches)
Bolt Torque (ft-lbs)
Bolt Grade
If 'Other' Bolt Grade Selected, Specify:
Torque Verification Method
Comments/Observations Regarding Bolting (e.g., lubricant used, unusual conditions)
Number of Bolts Verified
Bolt Condition (Select all that apply)
Photo Documentation of Bolting (if issues observed)
Fall Protection
Details requirements for fall protection systems, including harnesses, lifelines, and guardrails.
Working Height (Feet)
Type of Fall Protection Used
Fall Protection Equipment Inspections Performed?
Anchor Point Certification Status
Notes on Fall Protection Setup/Observations
Date of Last Fall Protection Equipment Inspection
Welding & Cutting (If Applicable)
Addresses safety protocols for any welding or cutting operations involved in the steel erection process.
Welding Processes Used:
Specify 'Other' Welding Process (if selected above):
Welder Qualification Status:
Welder Certification Expiration Date (YYYY):
Ventilation Adequacy:
Describe Ventilation Issues (if applicable):
Welder Certification (if applicable):
Fire Safety Equipment Available:
Fire Safety Plan Documented and Communicated?
Confined Space Entry (If Applicable)
Covers requirements for safe entry and work within any confined spaces related to the erection.
Is a Confined Space Entry Permit Required?
Describe the Confined Space (Dimensions, Features, Potential Hazards)
Potential Hazards Present (Select All That Apply)
Oxygen Level (%)
Combustible Gas Level (%)
Ventilation Method Used
Describe Ventilation Procedures and Monitoring Frequency
Authorized Entrant Signature
Attendant Signature
Communication & Coordination
Ensures clear communication between all personnel involved in the steel erection process.
Describe the communication plan for crane operations (e.g., hand signals, radio channels).
Which communication methods are being used on site?
Who is the designated signal person for crane operations?
Signal Person's Name:
Date of last coordination meeting:
Time of last coordination meeting:
Describe any potential communication barriers and how they are being mitigated.
Are all personnel aware of emergency communication procedures?
Daily Inspection & Safety Briefings
Covers the importance of daily inspections and safety briefings to identify and address potential hazards.
Date of Inspection
Time of Inspection
Weather Conditions Observed
Briefing Topic(s) Covered
Equipment Condition (Crane, Rigging, etc.)
Crane Inspection Report Number (if applicable)
Identified Hazards & Corrective Actions Planned
Overall Safety Readiness for the Day
Inspector Name
Inspector Signature
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