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Welfare Facilities Checklist
A checklist confirming provision of toilets, washing, rest and drinking water appropriate to the workforce.
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A checklist for verifying site welfare facilities meet requirements.
About this template
The Welfare Facilities Checklist is designed to be quick to complete and easy to adapt to your own workplace. Start from the template rather than a blank page, tailor the hazards, controls and responsibilities to your site, and keep a completed copy on file as evidence that the right checks were made.
How it links to the standards
Where this template names protective equipment or a control measure, the equipment itself is governed by a published standard that defines what it must withstand and how it is tested. The full EN standards library covers each one in plain language so you can confirm you are specifying the right level of protection.
Related guidance
Filling the template in is easier when you know the reasoning behind each control. These notes cover the practical detail:
- Tips and Tricks — the full technique-note library for this kind of work
Washing facilities, drinking water and clothing storage are core welfare items.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Welfare Facilities Checklist cover?
Verifying site welfare facilities meet requirements, covering the basic amenities a site needs to provide for the people working there.
What kinds of facilities does this checklist typically prompt you to check?
Toilets, washing facilities, drinking water, rest areas and space to store and dry clothing are the kind of items a welfare facilities checklist is built to prompt you to verify.
Why does welfare provision matter for safety, not just comfort?
Adequate welfare facilities support hygiene, hydration and rest, all of which affect a worker's ability to work safely over a full shift, not just their comfort.
Can this checklist be used for a temporary or mobile site?
Yes, it is designed to be quick to complete and adapt to your own workplace, including temporary or mobile sites where welfare provision still needs to be checked and documented.