Job Site Hazard Assessment Checklist

Purpose

Provide Spartan Plumbing technicians with a systematic hazard assessment to perform upon arrival at every job site, before beginning any work.

When to Use

• Every job site arrival, every time — this is a non-negotiable part of the arrival process
• Reassess if conditions change during the job (weather, new hazards discovered)

Checklist — Assess Before Starting Work

1. Access and Surroundings

• Can you safely access the work area?
• Are there aggressive or unsecured animals?
• Is the property structurally sound (no sagging floors, crumbling foundations)?
• Are there trip hazards (hoses, clutter, uneven surfaces)?

2. Utilities and Services

• Where is the main water shutoff?
• Where is the gas meter and shutoff?
• Where is the electrical panel?
• Are there any exposed or damaged wires?

3. Environmental Hazards

• Any signs of mold, asbestos, or lead paint (especially in pre-1980 homes)?
• Standing water or sewage present?
• Chemical smells or containers in the work area?
• Extreme temperatures (hot attic, unheated crawlspace)?

4. Work Area Conditions

• Is there adequate lighting? If not, set up your own
• Is there adequate ventilation for the work you will be doing?
• Is the work area stable (no loose flooring, unstable scaffolding)?
• Is there space to work safely, or is the area too cramped?

5. PPE Needed

• Based on the hazards identified, what PPE do you need?
• Do you have the correct PPE in your truck?
• If not, get it before starting — do not improvise

Procedure

Walk the job site upon arrival before unpacking tools

Run through each section of this checklist mentally or on your phone

If any hazard cannot be mitigated, call your supervisor before proceeding

Document any notable hazards in ServiceTitan job notes — this protects you and the company

If conditions are unsafe and cannot be made safe, do not proceed. Explain to the customer and contact dispatch

Important Notes

• This assessment takes 2-3 minutes and prevents hours of problems
• Take photos of existing damage or hazards BEFORE you start work — this prevents false claims
• If a customer's home has conditions that make your work dangerous (hoarding, structural damage, pest infestation), you can decline the job and contact dispatch
• Share notable hazard findings with the team in Slack so future techs are prepared

Related SOPs

• PPE Requirements — select PPE based on hazard assessment
• Arrival & Home Protection Procedures — full arrival protocol
• Confined Space Entry Procedures — if confined spaces are identified
• Photo Documentation Requirements — documenting existing conditions