Jurisdiction and scope
Great Britain CDM 2015 and United States OSHA 29 CFR 1926 references
Apply only the requirements for the project jurisdiction. The principal contractor, controlling employer and competent persons retain their legal duties; this checklist does not combine UK and US rules or certify compliance.
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Use the accessible HTML structure below or download the same starting point for offline editing. Review and adapt every field before use.
What the report should record
The table separates the evidence to capture from the professional or legal decision that a qualified user must make.
| Report section | Information to capture |
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| Inspection context |
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| Site-wide controls |
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| High-risk work |
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| Action and verification |
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How to use this template
Step 1
Set the scope
Identify the asset, premises or work area, the inspection type, exclusions and governing jurisdiction.
Step 2
Record evidence
Document what was actually observed with a precise location, status, notes and photographs where useful.
Step 3
Apply competent judgement
Compare the evidence with manufacturer instructions, site rules and the legal or professional requirements that apply.
Step 4
Close the loop
Assign actions, record interim controls, verify completion and retain the approved report under the organization’s process.
Primary references and boundaries
Great Britain
Official overview of CDM legal requirements, roles and responsibilities.
United States
Primary federal provision requiring frequent and regular inspections by competent persons; it does not prescribe a daily checklist format.
Official sources state the applicable duties. This InspectionReport template organizes field evidence and follow-up; it does not replace the source, certify compliance or provide legal advice.