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Free WorkSafeBC workplace inspection checklist (PDF-ready). Covers BC OHS Regulation housekeeping, machine guarding, electrical, fall protection and PPE.
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Updated 3 May 2026
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What is a worksafebc workplace inspection checklist?
A WorkSafeBC workplace inspection checklist is a structured document used to verify that a workplace in British Columbia complies with the BC Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (OHSR) administered by WorkSafeBC. The BC OHS Regulation is one of the most comprehensive provincial workplace safety frameworks in Canada, covering general conditions (Part 4), chemical agents and biological agents (Parts 5-6), noise, vibration and radiation (Parts 7-7.2), personal protective equipment (Part 8), confined spaces (Part 9), de-energisation and lockout (Part 10), fall protection (Part 11), tools, machinery and equipment (Part 12), ladders, scaffolds and temporary work platforms (Part 13), cranes and hoists (Part 14), rigging (Part 15), electrical safety (Part 19), fire and explosion hazards (Part 20) and many additional specialised parts. Each checklist item is marked as satisfactory, deficient or not applicable, with space for corrective action notes.
Under Section 3.5 of the OHSR, employers must ensure that regular inspections are made of all workplaces, including buildings, structures, grounds, excavations, tools, equipment, machinery and work methods and practices, at intervals that will prevent the development of unsafe working conditions. The joint health and safety committee (or worker health and safety representative, for workplaces with 10-19 workers) must inspect the workplace at least once per month under Section 3.7. This checklist provides a systematic framework that employers, supervisors, joint committee members and safety professionals can use to carry out these required inspections, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the BC OHS Regulation and producing the documented records that WorkSafeBC prevention officers review during inspections and investigations.
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Benefits of using this worksafebc workplace inspection checklist
- Regulatory compliance: documented inspections satisfy OHSR Section 3.5 (employer inspection duty) and Section 3.7 (joint committee monthly inspection), reducing the risk of WorkSafeBC orders and penalties.
- Hazard identification: systematic walkthroughs identify housekeeping deficiencies, unguarded machinery, electrical hazards, fall exposure, inadequate PPE and chemical storage issues before they cause injuries.
- Claims cost reduction: British Columbia employers pay WorkSafeBC premiums based on their industry classification rate and experience rating; a strong inspection programme reduces claims and lowers the experience rating surcharge.
- Due diligence defence: in the event of a workplace incident, documented regular inspections demonstrate that the employer exercised due diligence, which is a defence to charges under the Workers Compensation Act.
- Worker participation: involving joint committee members and worker representatives in inspections satisfies the participatory requirements of the Act and builds a collaborative safety culture.
- Continuous improvement: inspection findings feed into the employer annual review of the health and safety programme required by Section 3.3, creating a cycle of measurement and improvement.
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What to include in a worksafebc workplace inspection checklist
This worksafebc workplace inspection checklist covers 9 key areas:
- Workplace and inspection details: employer name, workplace address, area or department inspected, inspection date, inspector name(s) and role (supervisor, joint committee member, worker representative), inspection type (monthly, quarterly, annual, post-incident).
- General conditions (Part 4): housekeeping adequate, floors clean and free of slip and trip hazards, lighting adequate for the tasks performed, ventilation sufficient, temperature within acceptable range, washroom and lunchroom facilities clean and maintained.
- Tools, machinery and equipment (Part 12): guards in place on all machinery, power tools in good condition, emergency stops accessible and functional, lockout procedures posted and followed, pre-use inspections documented.
- Electrical safety (Part 19): panel boards accessible with covers in place, ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) installed and tested on temporary and outdoor circuits, extension cords in good condition, no exposed wiring.
- Fall protection (Part 11): fall protection systems in use where workers are exposed to a fall of three metres or more, guardrails in place on open edges, floor openings covered or guarded, personal fall protection equipment inspected.
- Chemical and biological agents (Parts 5-6): WHMIS 2015 labels on all hazardous products, Safety Data Sheets accessible, chemical storage segregated, spill kits available, exposure controls in place for identified hazards.
- Personal protective equipment (Part 8): appropriate PPE available and in use, PPE in serviceable condition, workers trained on PPE selection and use, PPE storage adequate.
- Emergency preparedness (Part 4): emergency procedures posted, emergency exits clear and marked, fire extinguishers accessible and inspected, first aid attendant on duty, first aid supplies stocked.
- Documentation: inspection findings recorded, corrective actions assigned with responsible person and target completion date, previous corrective actions verified as completed, report signed and dated.
How to use this worksafebc workplace inspection checklist
- Plan the inspection by selecting the areas to cover, reviewing previous inspection reports, recent incident reports and any outstanding WorkSafeBC orders.: Before beginning the walkthrough, review the previous monthly inspection report to verify that corrective actions have been completed. Review incident and first aid reports since the last inspection to identify areas that may need particular attention. Check whether any WorkSafeBC prevention officer orders are outstanding and include those items in the inspection scope. Assemble the inspection team (joint committee members should participate in at least the monthly inspections as required by Section 3.7), gather the checklist, PPE, camera and any measuring instruments needed.
- Walk through each area systematically, inspecting general conditions, housekeeping, machinery, electrical systems, fall protection and PPE usage.: Follow a consistent route to ensure no area is missed. Start with the approach, parking areas and building exterior, then move through each work area, storage area, mechanical room, electrical room, loading dock and outdoor work zone. At each location, check housekeeping, floor condition, lighting, ventilation, machine guarding, lockout procedures, electrical panels and cords, fall protection systems, chemical storage and labelling, PPE usage and emergency equipment. Photograph deficiencies to support corrective action requests.
- Speak with workers in each area about safety concerns, near misses and any issues they have noticed since the last inspection.: Worker consultation is a fundamental part of the BC workplace inspection process. Ask workers whether they have experienced any near misses, noticed any new hazards, have concerns about their PPE or training, or have suggestions for improving safety in their area. Record their concerns on the checklist. Worker input often identifies hazards that are not visible during a walkthrough, such as intermittent equipment problems, ergonomic issues or exposure concerns during specific tasks.
- Test safety-critical systems including GFCIs, emergency stops, fire extinguisher gauges, eyewash stations and fall protection anchorage points.: Test each GFCI by pressing the test button and verifying it trips, then reset. Test machine emergency stops by pressing them and confirming the equipment stops immediately. Check fire extinguisher gauges for adequate pressure and verify annual inspection tags are current. Flush portable eyewash units to verify water clarity and flow. Inspect fall protection anchorage points for damage, corrosion and secure attachment. Record all test results on the checklist.
- Complete the inspection report, assign corrective actions with target dates, distribute the report to the employer and the joint committee, and post a summary for workers.: Review all findings and assign a priority to each deficiency: immediate (imminent danger, must be corrected before work continues in the area), short-term (correct within one week) or scheduled (correct within 30 days). Assign each corrective action to a named responsible person with a target completion date. Sign the report and provide copies to the employer representative and the joint health and safety committee. Post a summary of findings and actions in the workplace where workers can see it. Schedule a follow-up to verify that corrective actions have been completed.
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The BC OHS Regulation requires employers to inspect all workplaces at intervals that will prevent the development of unsafe working conditions (Section 3.5). Joint health and safety committees must inspect the workplace at least once per month (Section 3.7). For workplaces with 10-19 workers that have a worker health and safety representative instead of a committee, the representative must inspect at least monthly.
Beyond the monthly committee inspection, employers should conduct more frequent inspections based on the hazard profile of the workplace. Construction sites, industrial facilities and workplaces with high-hazard processes should have daily supervisor walkthroughs and weekly documented inspections. Office environments may be adequately served by the monthly committee inspection supplemented by quarterly management walkthroughs. After any workplace incident, near miss, change in process or equipment, introduction of new hazards, or receipt of a WorkSafeBC order, a targeted inspection of the affected area should be conducted before normal operations resume.
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Applicable regulatory standards
This template aligns with the following regulations and standards:
- BC OHS Regulation, Section 3.5 (General duty to inspect)
- BC OHS Regulation, Section 3.7 (Joint committee monthly inspection)
- Workers Compensation Act (BC), Part 2 (Occupational Health and Safety)
- BC OHS Regulation, Part 4 (General Conditions)
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