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A pre-start checklist ensures that equipment and safety protocols are thoroughly reviewed before work begins, which helps prevent accidents and maintains a safe site environment. It allows work teams to identify and address potential site safety issues early, supporting efficient operations and reducing the risk of delays. Using a consistent template ensures that all necessary checks are completed every time.

This pre start checklist template can be used electronically and is designed with user-friendly features.

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Pre start checklists help ensure that safety requirements are met before work begins. By using a system like Dashpviot, you can streamline how you complete, manange, and access all your checklists across all projects:

• Access, edit and complete pre start checklists from any device: mobile, tablet or computer.
• Record all project details, make comments and notes, and recommend corrective actions where required.
• Use customisable checklist fields and criteria to assess equipment and site safety requirements before and after work begins.
• Add photos and other attachments to your pre start checklist.
• Sign-off on the pre start checklist with e-signatures.
• Customise the pre start checklist template with the drag-and-drop form builder.

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Pre start checklists reinforce the importance of equipment and site safety amongst team members

Pre-start checklists ensure that all team members understand site safety standards and project requirements before they begin work. By mandating regular checks, pre start checklists reinforce the importance of workplace safety among work teams. The early detection of potential hazards helps keep projects on track and protects worker safety.

Using a template for pre-start checklists helps standardise how they are documented. It also simplifies training and onboarding, making it easier for new team members to understand and adhere to pre start safety procedures.

Pre start checklists need the following sections to be effective:

• Project Overview: Outline the project specifics, site location, and list participants and supervisors to ensure accountability.
• Pre-Start Questions: Address safety and procedural checks before work begins.
• Safety Assessment: Confirm overall safety readiness based on checklist responses.
• Required Actions: Specify any issues and corrective actions needed.
• End-of-Day Checklist: Ensure the site is safe and sign-out procedures are followed.
• Comments/Notes: Provide space for additional observations or issues.
• Signature: Supervisor's sign-off to validate checklist completion and accuracy.

Your pre-start checklists should be project specific. Our pre start checklist template is fully customisable.