Safety checklist — Work at height
Fall protection, harness and lifeline. Compliant with Québec's Construction Safety Code (CSTC) and CNESST standards.
Before work
13 items- ✓
PPE worn: full harness, lanyard + energy absorber, hard hat with chin strapCritical
ℹ️ Mandatory from 3 m height — CNESST zero tolerance
- ✓
Anchor points verified — strength ≥ 18 kN (CNESST)Critical
ℹ️ Minimum anchor strength per CSA Z259 standard
- ✓
Horizontal lifeline installed by qualified person
- ✓
Perimeter guardrail installed within 2 m of edge if possible
- ✓
Rescue plan for falls documented and known to team
- ✓
Weather checked — no high wind, ice or thunderstorm
- ✓
Floor openings protected (secured covers or guardrails)
- ✓
Worker tied off continuously — 100% of the time at heightCritical
ℹ️ Zero tolerance: unattached worker > 3 m = immediate stop
- ✓
Free fall distance ≤ 1.8 m (lanyard + absorber)
- ✓
Sufficient clearance below worker for fall arrest
- ✓
Ladder extending at least 900 mm (35 in) above access point
- ✓
Tools tethered or stored — no loose objects at height
- ✓
Ground zone below work marked and restricted
After work
4 items- ✓
Harnesses and lanyards inspected — no damage or abnormal wear
- ✓
Collective protections restored (guardrails, nets)
- ✓
Fall protection equipment stored under cover (UV, moisture)
- ✓
Incidents or near-misses reported