Saskatchewan workplace safety inspection report template

Saskatchewan rules for this report

These rules are about how and when you report, not the template's fields. Check them before you deliver.

• The employer, contractor or owner lets the occupational health committee members or the representative inspect the place of employment at reasonable intervals set by the committee or representative and the employerThe Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020, RRS c S-15.1 Reg 10, s. 3-17 (1)
• On written notice from the committee or representative of an unsafe condition or a contravention, the employer takes immediate steps to protect any worker at risk until it is corrected, corrects it as soon as possible, and tells the committee or representative in writing what it has done or will do, or why it is taking no actionRRS c S-15.1 Reg 10, s. 3-17 (2)
• If the employer does not resolve an issue or address a concern the committee or representative raises about workers' health, safety and welfare, the employer gives written reasonsThe Saskatchewan Employment Act, SS 2013, c S-15.1, s. 3-29 (2)
• Every place of employment where 10 or more workers of one employer work has an occupational health committee of 2 to 12 people, at least half representing workers other than management; its duties include taking part in identifying and controlling hazards and keeping records of its workThe Saskatchewan Employment Act, s. 3-22 (1)-(3) · The Saskatchewan Employment Act, s. 3-27 (1) (a), (d)
• At a prescribed place of employment the employer keeps a written occupational health and safety program, designed with the committee, representative or workers, that includes a schedule for the regular inspection of the place of employment and of work processes and proceduresThe Saskatchewan Employment Act, s. 3-20 · RRS c S-15.1 Reg 10, s. 3-11 (1) (e)
• Employers provide and maintain plant, systems of work and working environments that are safe as far as reasonably practicable, safe handling and storage of articles and substances, the information, training and supervision workers need, and a safe way in and out of every worksiteRRS c S-15.1 Reg 10, s. 3-1

What is in it

• Housekeeping and walking surfacesFloors, aisles and walkways clear, dry and in good repair, Stairs, handrails and guardrails, Storage, stacking and racking stable, Lighting adequate for the work
• Exits and emergency equipmentExit routes and exit doors clear, unlocked and marked, Exit signs and emergency lighting working, Emergency plan, alarms and assembly point posted and known, Eyewash stations and emergency showers where needed
• Fire preventionFire extinguishers in place, charged, inspected and unobstructed, Flammable and combustible materials stored safely, Sprinkler heads clear, with storage kept below them, Compressed gas cylinders secured and capped
• ElectricalElectrical panels closed, labelled and with clear access, Extension cords and power strips used properly and undamaged, Outlets, switches and cover plates; GFCI protection near water
• Machinery, tools and powered equipmentMachine guards in place and working, Lockout and tagout devices and procedures available and used, Hand and power tools in good condition, Forklifts and powered equipment: daily checks done, operators trained
• Hazardous productsContainers labelled, Safety data sheets current and available, Chemicals stored and separated safely; spill supplies on hand, Ventilation and exhaust working
• Personal protective equipmentRequired PPE available and in good condition, PPE worn where required
• Ladders, heights and material handlingLadders and step stools in good condition and used correctly, Work at height: guardrails or fall protection, Manual lifting and workstation ergonomics
• First aid, postings and recordsFirst aid kits stocked; first aid attendants or trained workers available, Required safety postings and notices displayed
• Corrective actionsHazard and location, Corrective action, Responsible, Due, Status
• Items from earlier inspectionsItems from earlier inspections or reports, and whether each has been fixed.

Rules last reviewed October 16, 2026. Read the full Saskatchewan workplace safety inspection report requirements.