Free site induction checklist

• The MapTrack site induction checklist contains 28 checks across 5 sections. Sections covered: Site Overview, Safety Requirements, Environmental, Emergency Procedures, Site-Specific Hazards.
• Site overview: project name, site address, principal contractor, site manager contact details.
• PPE requirements: mandatory PPE for the site (hard hat, hi-vis, safety boots, eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, etc.) and any task-specific PPE.
• Emergency procedures: evacuation routes, assembly/muster points, emergency contact numbers, how to raise the alarm.

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• Consistency: every worker gets the same information, regardless of who delivers the induction. Nothing gets missed.
• Legal compliance: a completed checklist demonstrates that the PCBU has met their duty to provide information, training and instruction under the WHS Act.
• Audit trail: signed induction records provide evidence for regulators, insurers and principal contractors during audits or incident investigations.
• Reduces incidents: workers who understand site hazards and procedures before starting work are less likely to be involved in safety incidents.
• Faster onboarding: a structured checklist speeds up the induction process, getting workers productive sooner without cutting corners on safety.
• Accountability: the sign-on acknowledgement confirms the worker has received and understood the induction, creating a clear record of responsibility.

• Site overview: project name, site address, principal contractor, site manager contact details.
• PPE requirements: mandatory PPE for the site (hard hat, hi-vis, safety boots, eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, etc.) and any task-specific PPE.
• Emergency procedures: evacuation routes, assembly/muster points, emergency contact numbers, how to raise the alarm.
• Site hazards: key hazards specific to the site (e.g. overhead work, excavations, live services, asbestos, mobile plant, confined spaces, working at height).
• Muster points: location of emergency assembly areas with a simple site map or description.
• First aid locations: where first aid kits, defibrillators and trained first aiders are located.
• Incident reporting: how to report injuries, near misses and hazards, who to report to, and required timeframes.
• Permits and high-risk work: permit-to-work requirements, hot work permits, confined space entry, working at height permits.
• Traffic management: site speed limits, pedestrian walkways, exclusion zones, reversing procedures.
• Environmental controls: waste management, spill response, dust and noise controls.
• Sign-on acknowledgement: worker name, employer/company, date, signature confirming they have received and understood the induction.

1. Prepare materials and review site-specific content before the induction session.

   Gather the induction checklist, current site map, emergency procedure summary, PPE requirements list and any site-specific safety documentation such as SWMS registers or permit requirements. Verify all information reflects current site conditions, active hazards and up-to-date emergency contacts.

2. Deliver the briefing covering all checklist sections with the inductee.

   Walk the worker through each section of the checklist in sequence. Explain the site layout, key hazards, emergency procedures, muster points, first aid locations, incident reporting requirements and PPE obligations. Use plain language, avoid jargon and allow time for questions throughout.

3. Conduct a physical site walkthrough to reinforce the briefing content.

   Where practical, take the worker on a guided walkthrough of the site. Point out emergency exits, muster points, first aid stations, exclusion zones, traffic management routes and any active hazards. A physical walkthrough is significantly more effective than a classroom-only briefing.

4. Confirm the worker understands the key safety requirements and emergency procedures.

   Ask the worker to confirm they understand the key points covered during the induction. Some organisations use short verbal checks or written quizzes to verify comprehension, particularly for high-risk sites. Address any gaps before proceeding to sign-on.

5. Complete the sign-on acknowledgement and file the induction record.

   Have the worker print their name, record their employer or company, and sign the acknowledgement section confirming they have received and understood the induction. File the completed record in the project safety file for audit, regulatory and incident investigation purposes.

Practical answers about the form, record keeping and using MapTrack.

This form is a starting point. Check the current requirements that apply to your equipment, work and location. The form alone does not establish compliance.

• Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Cth) - Section 19 (duty to provide information, training, instruction and supervision)
• WHS Regulations 2011 - Part 3.2 (general workplace management)
• Safe Work Australia - Code of Practice: Construction work
• AS/NZS ISO 45001:2018 - Occupational health and safety management systems, Clause 7.2 (competence) and Clause 7.3 (awareness)

• Model Codes of Practice (Safe Work Australia)
• Model WHS Regulations (Safe Work Australia)
• Model Work Health and Safety Act (Safe Work Australia)
• ISO 45001:2018, Occupational health and safety management systems (ISO catalogue)

MapTrack publishes this template. The linked authorities publish their own guidance; they haven't endorsed this form.

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