Construction Site Lighting and Egress Audit

Inspection template for evaluating temporary lighting, exit signage, barricades, and pedestrian egress routes on construction sites.

Inspection Setup and Scope

• Inspection area and work phase identified
  Record the specific building level, zone, or work area being inspected, including the current construction phase.
• Inspector confirmed route walk-through from work area to exit discharge
  Verify the inspection includes the full pedestrian path from occupied work zones to the nearest usable exit and discharge point.
• Temporary route changes communicated to crew and subcontractors
  Check whether any detours, closures, or alternate exits have been communicated to workers affected by the area.

Temporary Lighting

• Temporary lighting provides adequate illumination along all pedestrian egress routes
  Verify that walkways, corridors, stairs, ramps, and access points are sufficiently lit for safe travel without relying on handheld lights.
• Measured light level at primary egress path
  Record the measured illumination level at the darkest point of the primary pedestrian route.
• Lighting fixtures are securely mounted and protected from damage
  Check for loose cords, exposed lamps, damaged housings, or fixtures positioned where they can be struck by equipment or materials.
• No excessive glare, deep shadows, or flicker affecting safe travel
  Confirm lighting does not create visibility hazards at stairs, corners, doorways, or changes in elevation.
• Emergency lighting or backup power available where required
  Verify emergency lighting is present in areas where loss of normal power would compromise safe egress.

Exit Signage and Directional Marking

• Exit signs are present at required exits and route changes
  Confirm exit signage is installed where occupants need direction to locate the exit path, including temporary detours and alternate routes.
• Exit signs are visible from the approach path
  Verify signs can be seen from normal walking distance and are not blocked by stored materials, tarps, or equipment.
• Exit signs are illuminated or photoluminescent as required
  Check that exit signs remain legible under normal and emergency conditions and are powered or otherwise visible as required by the site plan.
• Directional arrows and temporary wayfinding match the actual route
  Confirm arrows, cones, and posted directions lead to the correct exit and do not direct pedestrians into dead ends or restricted areas.
• Exit signage is unobstructed and mounted at an appropriate height
  Verify signs are mounted where they remain visible above stored materials and temporary barriers.

Barricades, Barriers, and Access Control

• Barricades clearly separate pedestrians from active hazards
  Check that temporary barriers prevent access to open edges, excavations, equipment swing radius, or other hazards without blocking the exit route.
• Barricades are stable, intact, and properly positioned
  Verify barriers are not collapsed, displaced, or missing sections that would allow unintended entry or create a trip hazard.
• Access openings are controlled and clearly marked
  Confirm gates, openings, or temporary access points are marked so pedestrians can identify the correct path without confusion.
• No barricade or stored material encroaches into minimum egress width
  Verify the walking path remains continuously passable and is not narrowed by materials, tools, cords, or barrier placement.

Pedestrian Egress Route Condition

• Egress route is free of trip hazards and debris
  Check for cords, loose boards, tools, packaging, mud, uneven surfaces, or other obstructions along the route.
• Stairs, ramps, and changes in elevation are clearly marked and safe
  Verify handrails, edge marking, and surface condition support safe movement through changes in level.
• Route remains passable during normal site operations
  Confirm equipment staging, deliveries, or active work do not routinely block the pedestrian path.
• Alternative egress route identified if primary route is blocked
  Verify a safe alternate route is available and posted when the primary path is temporarily unavailable.