Building Control Inspection Checklist

Use this Building Control Inspection Checklist to conduct final building inspections, identify compliance gaps, and ensure the building is ready for approval and occupation.

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Building Control Inspection Checklist



Regulatory Status & Inspection Records

1. Is the commencement notice submitted and acknowledged?


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2. Have the required stage inspections been completed and recorded?


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3. Are approved drawings and specifications available for reference?


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4. Are approved variations documented and authorised?


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5. Are there any outstanding enforcement actions or unresolved notices?


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6. Does the construction appear consistent with approved plans?


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Site Condition & General Safety

1. Is the site safe and accessible for inspection?


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2. Is the building secure and free from immediate hazards?


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3. Is safe access provided to all relevant inspection areas?


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4. Are permanent safety features installed (guarding, handrails, barriers)?


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5. Have temporary works been removed?


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Structural Integrity

1. Is the structure free from visible signs of movement or distress?


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2. Are the walls straight, stable, and free from significant cracking?


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3. Are structural openings adequately supported?


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4. Are the floors level, stable, and free from excessive deflection?


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5. Is the roof structure free from any visible defects?


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6. Are all structural elements free from signs of water ingress?


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Fire Safety & Life Safety Provisions

1. Is fire compartmentation complete and continuous?


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2. Is fire-stopping installed at visible service penetrations?


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3. Are fire doors installed where required?


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4. Are the fire doors fitted correctly and closing properly?


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5. Are escape routes clearly defined and unobstructed?


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6. Do the final exits open freely and discharge safely?


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7. Is fire safety signage installed where required?


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Building Envelope & Energy Performance

1. Are the external walls, roofs, and floors completed as designed?


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2. Is insulation visible where accessible and continuous?


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3. Are windows and external doors installed to the approved specification?


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4. Is glazing appropriately rated and securely installed?


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5. Is the building envelope free from visible gaps, air leakage, or thermal defects?


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6. Is energy performance documentation available?


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Ventilation & Indoor Environment

1. Are natural ventilation provisions present and functional?


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2. Are mechanical ventilation systems installed where required?


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3. Are the extract systems operational?


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4. Are ventilation openings unobstructed?


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5. Are ventilation controls accessible and labelled where required?


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Electrical & Gas Installations

1. Is the electrical installation visually complete and safe?


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2. Are there any exposed, damaged, or unsecured wiring?


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3. Are the distribution boards accessible and labelled?


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4. Is the electrical completion certification available?


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5. Is the gas installation visually compliant (if applicable)?


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6. Is the gas safety certification available?


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Drainage & Plumbing Systems

1. Is the foul drainage connected and operational?


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2. Is the surface water drainage connected and operational?


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3. Do the drainage gradients appear adequate?


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4. Are drainage access points provided?


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5. Are the services and drainage free from visible leaks, blockages, or defects?


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6. Are plumbing installations secure and functional?


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Stairs, Guarding & Fall Protection

1. Are the stairs constructed to the approved dimensions?


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2. Is the rise consistent throughout?


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3. Are handrails installed at the correct heights?


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4. Is guarding provided to landings, balconies, and edges?


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5. Are balustrades stable and secure?


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Accessibility & External Compliance Elements

1. Is level access provided where required?


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2. Are door widths compliant with approved plans?


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3. Are accessible routes continuous and unobstructed?


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4. Are accessible sanitary facilities installed where required?


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5. Are controls and fittings positioned at accessible heights?


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6. Are external steps, ramps, and pathways safe and compliant?


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7. Does external drainage direct water away from the building?


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Checklist by GoAudits.com – Please note that this checklist is intended as an example. We do not guarantee compliance with the laws applicable to your territory or industry. You should seek professional advice to determine how this checklist should be adapted to your workplace or jurisdiction.

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