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Part J — Community & Security

Security Inspection Checklist

Owner
HSE Manager / Document Controller
Review / trigger
Annual review; update on legal, authority, project or client change
Checkpoints
88
Open live checklist
#AreaCheckpoint / RequirementEvidence / Acceptance CriteriaResponsibleFrequency
11. Access Control & Gate ManagementSingle controlled main entry/exit gate operational with manned security postGate log register and shift rosterSecurity SupervisorDaily
21. Access Control & Gate ManagementAll workers, staff, and visitors registered via biometric/ID card system at entryAccess control system log/reportSecurity SupervisorDaily
31. Access Control & Gate ManagementVehicle entry/exit logged with driver ID, vehicle plate, and purpose of visitVehicle movement registerSecurity GuardDaily
41. Access Control & Gate ManagementVisitor badges issued, tracked, and returned; escort provided for non-inducted visitorsVisitor log and badge return recordSecurity SupervisorDaily
51. Access Control & Gate ManagementMaterial delivery gate separated from personnel entry where practicableSite layout plan and gate signageSecurity SupervisorOnce/As needed
61. Access Control & Gate ManagementUnauthorized entry attempts logged and reported to project management and Police if seriousIncident report and police reference (if applicable)Security SupervisorAs needed
71. Access Control & Gate ManagementEmergency vehicle access route kept clear at all gatesAccess route inspection checklistSecurity SupervisorDaily
81. Access Control & Gate ManagementGate security personnel trained and licensed as per SIRA/relevant authority requirementsSIRA license copies on fileHSE ManagerOnce/Renewal
91. Access Control & Gate ManagementTurnstile/biometric equipment maintained and calibrated for accurate headcountMaintenance logSecurity TechnicianMonthly
102. Perimeter Security & Hoarding IntegrityFull perimeter hoarding/fencing intact with no unauthorized breach pointsPerimeter inspection checklistSecurity SupervisorDaily
112. Perimeter Security & Hoarding IntegrityAnti-climb measures (e.g., barbed wire, height extensions) installed on high-risk perimeter sectionsPhotographic inspection recordSecurity SupervisorWeekly
122. Perimeter Security & Hoarding IntegrityPerimeter patrol conducted at scheduled intervals, including night shiftPatrol log with timestampsSecurity GuardEvery shift
132. Perimeter Security & Hoarding IntegrityDamaged or breached sections of hoarding repaired within defined timeframeRepair completion recordSite SupervisorWithin 24 hours of detection
142. Perimeter Security & Hoarding IntegrityLighting along the perimeter sufficient for night surveillanceLux level check / lighting inspectionSecurity SupervisorWeekly
152. Perimeter Security & Hoarding IntegrityBlind spots identified and mitigated with additional patrols or camerasBlind spot survey and mitigation recordSecurity SupervisorMonthly
162. Perimeter Security & Hoarding IntegrityPerimeter warning signage (no trespassing, CCTV in operation) displayed at intervalsSignage inspection recordHSE OfficerMonthly
173. CCTV & Surveillance SystemsCCTV cameras cover all critical areas: gates, material yards, high-value stores, perimeterCCTV coverage mapSecurity SupervisorOnce/Updated as needed
183. CCTV & Surveillance SystemsCCTV footage retained for minimum period required by Dubai Police/local authority regulationFootage retention logSecurity SupervisorMonthly
193. CCTV & Surveillance SystemsCCTV system functionality checked, including night vision and recording qualitySystem function test logSecurity TechnicianWeekly
203. CCTV & Surveillance SystemsCCTV monitoring station staffed during critical hours (night, weekends)Monitoring rosterSecurity SupervisorDaily
213. CCTV & Surveillance SystemsBackup power/UPS available for CCTV and access control systems during outagesUPS test recordSecurity TechnicianMonthly
223. CCTV & Surveillance SystemsCCTV footage provided to Dubai Police/authorities upon lawful request, with chain of custody logFootage handover logSecurity SupervisorAs requested
233. CCTV & Surveillance SystemsCamera positioning reviewed after any site layout change to avoid coverage gapsLayout change review recordSecurity SupervisorPer layout change
244. Material, Equipment & Asset SecurityHigh-value materials and equipment stored in secured, locked, and monitored areasStore inspection and inventory logStore KeeperDaily
254. Material, Equipment & Asset SecurityFuel storage area secured with restricted access and fire/security signageFuel store inspection checklistSecurity SupervisorDaily
264. Material, Equipment & Asset SecurityPlant and equipment immobilized (keys removed/locked) outside working hoursEnd-of-shift equipment security checkSite SupervisorDaily
274. Material, Equipment & Asset SecurityScrap metal and reusable materials secured to prevent theftYard inspection logStore KeeperWeekly
284. Material, Equipment & Asset SecurityAsset tagging/serialization system in place for tools and small plantAsset register with tag numbersStore KeeperOnce/Updated as needed
294. Material, Equipment & Asset SecurityTheft or loss incidents reported immediately to management and Dubai Police, with report reference loggedIncident report and police report numberSecurity SupervisorImmediate/As needed
304. Material, Equipment & Asset SecurityPeriodic stock reconciliation conducted to detect discrepancies earlyStock reconciliation reportStore KeeperMonthly
315. Site Lighting & Night-time SecurityAdequate lighting provided at gates, walkways, stores, and high-risk zonesLighting survey/lux readingsHSE OfficerWeekly
325. Site Lighting & Night-time SecurityEmergency/backup lighting available in case of power failureBackup lighting test recordSite SupervisorMonthly
335. Site Lighting & Night-time SecurityNight shift security staffing levels reviewed against site risk profileNight shift roster and risk assessmentSecurity SupervisorMonthly
345. Site Lighting & Night-time SecurityMotion-sensor lighting/alarms operational in unmanned high-risk areasSensor test logSecurity TechnicianMonthly
355. Site Lighting & Night-time SecurityLighting fixtures inspected and faulty units replaced promptlyLighting maintenance logSite SupervisorWeekly
366. Fire & Emergency Interface with SecuritySecurity personnel briefed on fire evacuation procedures and assembly point locationsBriefing/training attendance recordHSE ManagerOnce/Refresher quarterly
376. Fire & Emergency Interface with SecuritySecurity post equipped with emergency contact list (Civil Defence, Police, Ambulance, DEWA)Emergency contact list posted at security postSecurity SupervisorOnce/Updated as needed
386. Fire & Emergency Interface with SecurityFire exits and emergency routes kept unobstructed and monitored by security patrolPatrol checklist including fire route statusSecurity GuardDaily
396. Fire & Emergency Interface with SecuritySecurity gate able to open/unlock rapidly to allow emergency vehicle accessGate mechanism test recordSecurity SupervisorMonthly
406. Fire & Emergency Interface with SecuritySecurity team included in site emergency response team roster and drillsEmergency response team rosterHSE ManagerOnce/Updated as needed
417. Security Personnel Competency & DeploymentSecurity guards hold valid SIRA license and site-specific inductionLicense and induction recordsHSE ManagerOnce/Renewal
427. Security Personnel Competency & DeploymentSecurity staffing levels match approved site security planDeployment roster vs approved planSecurity SupervisorWeekly
437. Security Personnel Competency & DeploymentSecurity supervisors conduct daily briefings covering risks, VIP visits, and special instructionsBriefing log/toolbox talk recordSecurity SupervisorDaily
447. Security Personnel Competency & DeploymentSecurity personnel uniformed, identifiable, and equipped with communication devicesUniform/equipment inspection checklistSecurity SupervisorDaily
457. Security Personnel Competency & DeploymentDisciplinary/incident history of security personnel reviewed periodicallyHR/security personnel file reviewHSE ManagerQuarterly
467. Security Personnel Competency & DeploymentSecurity personnel rotation/rest schedule complies with labour law to avoid fatigue-related lapsesDuty roster and rest hour recordHSE ManagerWeekly
478. Incident Reporting, Investigation & Liaison with AuthoritiesSecurity incident log maintained covering theft, trespass, altercations, and near missesIncident log registerSecurity SupervisorDaily
488. Incident Reporting, Investigation & Liaison with AuthoritiesSerious incidents (theft, assault, trespassing) reported to Dubai Police within required timeframePolice report/reference numberSecurity SupervisorImmediate
498. Incident Reporting, Investigation & Liaison with AuthoritiesRoot cause investigation conducted for repeat or significant security breachesInvestigation reportHSE ManagerPer incident
508. Incident Reporting, Investigation & Liaison with AuthoritiesCoordination maintained with Dubai Police community police station for area-specific advisoriesCorrespondence/meeting recordSecurity SupervisorQuarterly
518. Incident Reporting, Investigation & Liaison with AuthoritiesLost and found register maintained and reconciledLost and found logSecurity SupervisorWeekly
528. Incident Reporting, Investigation & Liaison with AuthoritiesStatement/CCTV evidence preserved and handed over intact when required by Police investigationEvidence preservation logSecurity SupervisorPer incident
539. Sensitive Areas & High-Risk Zone ProtectionSite offices, document rooms and server/data areas access-restricted to authorized personnelAccess log for restricted areasSecurity SupervisorDaily
549. Sensitive Areas & High-Risk Zone ProtectionExplosives, hazardous materials, or restricted substances stored under enhanced security per Civil Defence requirementsStorage inspection log and Civil Defence approvalHSE ManagerWeekly
559. Sensitive Areas & High-Risk Zone ProtectionCrane and tower crane cabins secured/locked when not in operationEnd-of-shift lock checkSite SupervisorDaily
569. Sensitive Areas & High-Risk Zone ProtectionScaffold access points secured after hours to prevent unauthorized climbingScaffold access inspectionSecurity GuardDaily
579. Sensitive Areas & High-Risk Zone ProtectionSite plant/generator compounds fenced and access-controlled separately from general siteCompound access inspectionSecurity SupervisorDaily
5810. Security Documentation, Drills & Continuous ImprovementApproved Site Security Management Plan available and communicated to relevant personnelApproved security plan documentHSE ManagerOnce/Reviewed annually
5910. Security Documentation, Drills & Continuous ImprovementSecurity drills (e.g., intrusion response, bomb threat) conducted and documentedDrill records with attendance and lessons learnedHSE ManagerSemi-annual
6010. Security Documentation, Drills & Continuous ImprovementSecurity audit conducted covering all site zones and closed-out actions trackedAudit report and corrective action trackerHSE ManagerMonthly
6110. Security Documentation, Drills & Continuous ImprovementSecurity-related lessons learned communicated across project sitesLessons-learned bulletinHSE ManagerQuarterly
6210. Security Documentation, Drills & Continuous ImprovementInsurance/loss prevention requirements related to site security verified as metInsurance compliance checklistProject ManagerOnce/Annually
6311. Vehicle & Delivery ScreeningDelivery vehicles screened/inspected before entry to prevent unauthorized items entering siteVehicle inspection checklistSecurity GuardDaily
6411. Vehicle & Delivery ScreeningOutgoing vehicles checked against delivery/dispatch notes to prevent unauthorized material removalDispatch note verification logSecurity GuardDaily
6511. Vehicle & Delivery ScreeningRandom vehicle searches conducted at gate per site security planSearch log registerSecurity SupervisorWeekly
6611. Vehicle & Delivery ScreeningLoading/unloading areas monitored by CCTV or security patrolLoading zone inspection logSecurity SupervisorDaily
6712. Labour Accommodation Security (if applicable)Labour accommodation/camp perimeter secured with controlled accessCamp access logSecurity SupervisorDaily
6812. Labour Accommodation Security (if applicable)Camp CCTV and lighting maintained to same standard as main siteCamp inspection checklistSecurity SupervisorWeekly
6912. Labour Accommodation Security (if applicable)Fire safety and security coordination maintained between camp and site security teamsJoint inspection recordHSE ManagerMonthly
7012. Labour Accommodation Security (if applicable)Visitor and resident registers maintained at accommodation entry pointCamp visitor logSecurity SupervisorDaily
7113. Alarm Systems & Intrusion DetectionIntrusion detection/alarm systems installed at high-risk stores and officesSystem commissioning certificateSecurity TechnicianOnce/As applicable
7213. Alarm Systems & Intrusion DetectionAlarm systems tested for functionality on a scheduled basisAlarm test logSecurity TechnicianMonthly
7313. Alarm Systems & Intrusion DetectionAlarm response procedure documented and understood by security staffResponse procedure document and briefing recordSecurity SupervisorOnce/Refresher quarterly
7413. Alarm Systems & Intrusion DetectionFalse alarm incidents investigated and root cause addressedFalse alarm investigation logSecurity SupervisorPer incident
7514. Coordination with External Security & Emergency ServicesSite security plan shared with Dubai Police community liaison officer where requiredCorrespondence recordHSE ManagerOnce/Updated as needed
7614. Coordination with External Security & Emergency ServicesContact and coordination protocol established with nearby Trakhees/free zone security if within jurisdictionCoordination agreement/correspondenceProject ManagerOnce/As applicable
7714. Coordination with External Security & Emergency ServicesMutual aid arrangement with neighboring project sites for security emergencies documentedMutual aid agreementHSE ManagerOnce/Reviewed annually
7814. Coordination with External Security & Emergency ServicesVIP or high-profile visit security arrangements coordinated in advance with Police where requiredVIP visit security planSecurity SupervisorPer event
7915. Security Equipment MaintenanceHandheld metal detectors and search equipment calibrated and functionalCalibration/maintenance logSecurity TechnicianMonthly
8015. Security Equipment MaintenanceRadios/communication equipment for security team tested and chargedEquipment check logSecurity SupervisorDaily
8115. Security Equipment MaintenanceSecurity vehicle (if used for patrol) maintained and fueledVehicle maintenance logSecurity SupervisorWeekly
8215. Security Equipment MaintenanceSearch mirrors and torches available and functional for night patrol useEquipment inspection logSecurity SupervisorWeekly
8313. Alarm Systems & Intrusion DetectionPanic buttons at site office and stores tested for functionalityPanic button test logSecurity TechnicianMonthly
848. Incident Reporting, Investigation & Liaison with AuthoritiesMonthly security KPI report (incidents, near-misses, response times) submitted to project managementKPI reportSecurity SupervisorMonthly
854. Material, Equipment & Asset SecuritySite store keys controlled under a signed key register with restricted duplicationKey control registerStore KeeperWeekly
861. Access Control & Gate ManagementSubcontractor workforce lists cross-checked against gate access records to prevent unregistered labour on siteWorkforce reconciliation reportHSE ManagerWeekly
879. Sensitive Areas & High-Risk Zone ProtectionRooftop and unfinished floor edges secured against unauthorized public/worker access after hoursEnd-of-shift access inspectionSecurity GuardDaily
8810. Security Documentation, Drills & Continuous ImprovementSecurity personnel provided anonymous feedback channel to report concerns without reprisalFeedback log and review recordHSE ManagerQuarterly

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