Construction Site Signage Checklist

Instructions for Use:

Scope: This checklist covers safety signage requirements for active construction sites in India
Frequency: Weekly inspections recommended during active construction phases
Critical Items: Red border items are mandatory for worker safety and legal compliance
Documentation: Maintain records for labor inspector visits and contractor compliance

1. Site Entry & Information Boards

Yes No

Is a construction site information board displayed at main entrance with project details, contractor information, and completion timeline? [Construction Rules 2017 - Rule 8]

Yes No

Are "Authorized Personnel Only" signs installed at all site entry points? [Factory Act 1948 - Section 13]

Yes No

Is emergency contact information prominently displayed including site safety officer, ambulance, and fire department numbers? [Construction Safety Guidelines]

Yes No

Are working hours, break times, and site rules clearly posted in local languages? [Labor Act Compliance]

2. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Signage

Yes No

Are mandatory PPE signs displayed at entry showing required hard hat, safety shoes, high-vis vest, and safety glasses? [IS 12349:1988 - Mandatory Signs]

Yes No

Are area-specific PPE requirements posted (hearing protection in noisy areas, respiratory protection in dusty zones)? [Factory Act 1948 - Section 11]

Yes No

Are fall protection equipment requirement signs displayed in elevated work areas? [Construction Safety Rules - Height Work]

3. Hazard Warning Signage

Yes No

Are excavation areas marked with warning signs and barriers as per safety regulations? [Construction Rules 2017 - Excavation Safety]

Yes No

Are electrical hazard warnings posted near all electrical installations, panels, and temporary connections? [Electricity Act 2003 - Safety Rules]

Yes No

Are overhead crane operation warning signs displayed in crane operating zones? [Factory Act - Section 28, 29]

Yes No

Are chemical/hazardous material storage areas properly marked with appropriate warning signs? [Environment Protection Act 1986]

4. Traffic & Vehicle Movement Signs

Yes No

Are vehicle movement paths clearly marked with directional signs and speed limits (typically 10-15 km/h for construction sites)? [Site Safety Guidelines]

Yes No

Are loading/unloading zones marked with appropriate signs and barriers? [Material Handling Guidelines]

Yes No

Are parking areas for construction vehicles and equipment clearly designated? [Site Management Standards]

5. Emergency Procedures & Equipment

Yes No

Are emergency assembly points clearly marked and visible from all work areas? [Factory Act 1948 - Emergency Procedures]

Yes No

Are first aid stations marked with appropriate signs and stocked with required supplies? [Factory Act 1948 - Section 45]

Yes No

Are fire extinguisher locations marked with red background signs as per IS 12349 color standards? [IS 12349:1988 - Fire Equipment Signs]

Yes No

Are emergency evacuation route maps posted at prominent locations? [Emergency Response Planning]

6. Restricted Areas & Access Control

Yes No

Are confined spaces clearly marked with entry permit requirements and safety procedures? [Confined Space Safety Rules]

Yes No

Are "No Smoking" signs prominently displayed in fuel storage areas, chemical storage, and high-risk zones? [Fire Prevention Rules]

Yes No

Are material storage areas marked with weight limits and handling instructions? [Material Storage Guidelines]

7. Welfare Facilities & Amenities

Yes No

Are drinking water facilities clearly marked and accessible to all workers? [Factory Act 1948 - Section 46]

Yes No

Are toilet and washing facilities properly marked with gender-specific signs? [Construction Workers Act 1996]

Yes No

Are rest areas and canteen facilities clearly identified with appropriate signage? [Labor Welfare Requirements]

8. Documentation & Compliance

Yes No

Are labor license and contractor registration certificates displayed at prominent locations? [Contract Labor Act 1970]

Yes No

Are safety policy statements and emergency procedures displayed in local languages? [Multi-lingual Compliance]

Yes No

Are inspection records and safety training certificates available for review? [Documentation Requirements]

Critical Action Items:

Immediate: Address all red border (critical) items before work continues
Weekly: Conduct signage visibility and condition inspections
Monthly: Update emergency contact information and safety procedures
Documentation: Maintain photographic records of all safety signage installations