Construction Site Security Checklist

Use this Construction Site Security Checklist to evaluate security measures, including fencing, scaffolding, signage, etc. to protect the site from theft.

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Construction Site Security Checklist

Site Security Requirements - Risk Assessment Considerations

1. Have the risks to health and safety on the site been assessed, including: • Excavations and holes • Utilities and services • Slipping and tripping hazards • Hazardous materials/chemicals • Opportunities for climbing and falls from height • Loose items and materials • Accessible plants and tools • Other hazards

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2. Has the likelihood of unauthorized access been assessed, including the site proximity to: • Schools and childcare facilities • Entertainment and recreation facilities • Shopping centres • Public transport stops and stations • Pedestrian traffic routes or areas • Other public places and facilities

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Fencing â€“ Temporary Or Permanent

Hazards Management Before Site Work

6. Has plant equipment been removed where practicable, or secured and stored and: • De-energised to prevent movement? • Keys removed and stored safely? • According to the manufacturer's instructions? • With access doors closed and locked? • With adequate security screens?

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7. Are tower cranes secured with: • Is access restricted at all access points? • Suspended loads and lifting chains removed and secured? • Is the lifting hook raised and secured? • Keys removed and stored safely? • Is the cabin door closed and locked, with mesh or barriers if necessary? • Crane set to slew mode following the manufacturer’s instructions for high winds?

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8. Is scaffolding secure with: • Loose material removed and stored? • Planks secured to prevent uplift from winds? • Ties positioned and secured per design to prevent movement? • Mesh and shade cloth adequately fixed to reduce wind resistance?

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9. Do traffic control measures align with the traffic control plan during site closure and include: • Adequate water or concrete barriers installed and secured? • Is appropriate traffic signage in place? • Are road plates with non-slip surfaces provided when required? • Are footpaths clear to prevent pedestrians from walking on the road?

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Signage

3. Is a sign displayed in compliance with Building and Energy’s requirements if work is done by a registered builder, ensuring: • Is it legible? • Is it displayed prominently on-site? • Is it visible to the public outside the site? • Does it contain the builder’s name and registration number? • Does it include the building contractor’s contact phone number?

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Construction Site Security Checklist

Use this Construction Site Security Checklist to evaluate security measures, including fencing, scaffolding, signage, etc. to protect the site from theft.

3. Is it reasonably practicable to provide a site fence?

4. Are there other appropriate site security measures, in addition to or as an alternative to a site fence, including: • Hazards isolated by fencing a smaller area • Building secured to prevent internal hazard access

5. Are the current site security measures regularly reviewed?

1. Does the fence enclose the entire building site?

2. Is fencing of suitable height to discourage scaling?

3. Is the fence adequate to prevent site access by: • Crawling under the fence • Scaling the fence • Moving fence panels

4. Is the fence installed in line with the designer, manufacturer, and installer instructions, including: • Fence panels supported at the base correctly • Brackets or clamps are used to secure panels together • Fence free of weakened joints

5. Is the fence complete with no accessible gaps or openings?

6. Does the fence lack footholds or large mesh that allows climbing?

7. Are pallets and other climbable items stored away from the fence?

8. Can the fencing withstand anticipated loads, including wind?

9. Are gates sturdy, lockable, secure, and child-proof?

10. Are star pickets and sharp posts capped?

11. Is fire-retardant mesh used when required?

1. Do workers secure the site or work area against unauthorized access before leaving?

2. Are chemicals stored safely?

3. Are excavations covered or barricaded to prevent falls?

4. Are ladders removed or positioned horizontally to prevent height access?

5. Are voids and penetrations covered or isolated?

6. Has plant equipment been removed where practicable, or secured and stored and: • De-energised to prevent movement? • Keys removed and stored safely? • According to the manufacturer's instructions? • With access doors closed and locked? • With adequate security screens?

8. Is scaffolding secure with: • Loose material removed and stored? • Planks secured to prevent uplift from winds? • Ties positioned and secured per design to prevent movement? • Mesh and shade cloth adequately fixed to reduce wind resistance?

1. Does signage warn potential intruders of site security measures and hazards?

2. Does the signage include emergency service contact numbers?