Say this
- Walkways, stairs and access routes must be kept free of debris and anything that could trip someone. Sharp projections must be removed or made safe (WSH Council housekeeping guidelines).
- Never stack materials on a walkway or against an exit, even for a short time. Stacks must not block passageways or the light (WSH (General Provisions) Regulations).
- Run cables and hoses overhead or along the edge. If one must cross a walkway, use a cable cover.
- Clean up spills straight away. If you cannot, put a sign out and tell me.
- Use the marked pedestrian routes. Do not cut through work zones or vehicle lanes.
- Keep one hand free on stairs and use the handrail.
- Report broken boards, missing covers and lights that are out. Do not wait for someone else to do it.
Ask the crew
- What should never be stored on a walkway?
- What do you do with a cable that has to cross a walkway?
- What do you do if you cannot clean up a spill at once?
- Which routes are for people and which are for vehicles?
Show them
- A walkway on site that is clear and one that needs work.
- The cable hooks and cable covers we have.
- The pedestrian routes and crossings on the site plan.
Sign-off
| Name | Company | Signature |
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Sources
- WSH Guidelines on Workplace Housekeeping, WSH Council.
- Workplace Safety and Health (General Provisions) Regulations (copy hosted by NUS), Ministry of Manpower (via NUS).
This is practical guidance, not legal advice. Laws and codes of practice change; always check the current official text and your site's own procedures.
