Part L — Registers & Records

Formwork and Falsework Checklist

Owner

HSE Manager / Document Controller

Review / trigger

Annual review; update on legal, authority, project or client change

Checkpoints

#	Area	Checkpoint / Requirement	Evidence / Acceptance Criteria	Responsible	Frequency
1	Third-Party Verification	Independent proof engineer review conducted for complex/high-risk falsework design	Proof engineering report filed with design package	Proof Engineer	Before erection
2	Third-Party Verification	Falsework certificate of compliance issued by third-party checker prior to loading	Signed compliance certificate referencing specific structure/pour	Third-Party Checker	Before pour
3	System Formwork Specifics	Proprietary system formwork (table forms, climbing forms) assembled per manufacturer's erection manual	Assembly checklist cross-referenced against manufacturer manual	Formwork Supervisor	Before erection
4	System Formwork Specifics	Climbing formwork anchors and tie-back points verified for embedment strength before climb	Anchor pull-out test or embedment record verified	Site Engineer	Before each climb
5	System Formwork Specifics	Table form/flying form lifting points and slings inspected before crane lift	Lifting point certification and sling inspection tag checked	Rigging Supervisor	Before each lift
6	Wind & Environmental Loading	Falsework wind bracing adequate for exposed height and local wind zone per design	Wind loading calculation referenced in design package	Design Engineer	Before erection
7	Wind & Environmental Loading	Erection/striking activities suspended when wind speed exceeds design/method statement threshold	Anemometer reading log compared against threshold limit	Site Supervisor	During activity
8	Wind & Environmental Loading	Falsework inspected for movement/settlement after heavy rain or storm event	Post-weather inspection checklist completed	Site Engineer	After adverse weather
9	Slab Edge & Cantilever Formwork	Cantilevered slab edge formwork brackets rated and installed per manufacturer load table	Bracket load rating certificate matched to cantilever span	Formwork Supervisor	Before erection
10	Slab Edge & Cantilever Formwork	Edge formwork counterweight/tie-down system verified stable before concrete placement	Tie-down inspection recorded on pre-pour checklist	Site Engineer	Before pour
11	Wall & Column Formwork	Wall formwork alignment braced with raker props at correct spacing and angle	Raker prop spacing measured against design layout	Formwork Supervisor	Before pour
12	Wall & Column Formwork	Column formwork clamps/yokes tightened uniformly to prevent bulging under pour pressure	Clamp torque/spacing checklist completed before pour	Formwork Supervisor	Before pour
13	Wall & Column Formwork	Kicker/starter formwork at base of wall/column verified watertight to prevent grout loss	Visual seal check at kicker joint before pour	Formwork Supervisor	Before pour
14	Slab Formwork Specifics	Slab soffit formwork camber applied per design to offset anticipated deflection	Camber measurement recorded against design specification	Site Engineer	Before pour
15	Slab Formwork Specifics	Slab formwork edge trims and stop-ends secured to prevent concrete leakage	Visual inspection of edge trim fixing before pour	Formwork Supervisor	Before pour
16	Load Path Verification	Falsework load path traced from formwork through props to foundation with no interruption	Load path diagram verified against as-erected condition	Site Engineer	Before pour
17	Load Path Verification	Openings/penetrations in falsework platform do not compromise structural load transfer	Opening layout checked against design load path	Site Engineer	Before pour
18	Multi-Storey Falsework Stacking	Falsework props stacked over multiple floors aligned vertically per design requirement	Prop alignment verified floor-to-floor using plumb line/survey	Site Engineer	Before erection
19	Multi-Storey Falsework Stacking	Lower floor slab confirmed to have achieved sufficient strength to support upper floor falsework loads	Cube test/back-propping calculation confirms adequate strength	Site Engineer	Before loading
20	Multi-Storey Falsework Stacking	Back-propping/re-shoring schedule maintained showing number of floors propped simultaneously	Back-propping schedule matches design requirement	Site Engineer	Ongoing
21	Formwork Cleanliness & Rebar Interface	Formwork interior cleaned of debris, sawdust and tie wire offcuts before rebar fixing	Cleanliness inspection recorded on Stage 1 checklist	Formwork Crew	Before rebar fixing
22	Formwork Cleanliness & Rebar Interface	Rebar cover spacers installed correctly without displacing or damaging formwork face	Cover check confirms spacer type/spacing per drawing	Site Engineer	Before pour
23	Formwork Cleanliness & Rebar Interface	Embedded items (conduits, sleeves, cast-in plates) secured to prevent displacement during pour	Embedded item checklist verified against services drawing	Site Engineer	Before pour
24	Falsework near Live Traffic/Public	Falsework erected adjacent to public roads/pedestrian areas has protective hoarding and signage	Hoarding/signage inspection recorded with photos	Site Supervisor	Before erection
25	Falsework near Live Traffic/Public	Overhead protection (catch fans/nets) installed where falsework overhangs public access areas	Overhead protection inspection checklist signed off	HSE Officer	Before erection
26	Load Testing	Falsework proof-load tested where required by design/regulatory authority prior to full loading	Proof load test certificate with recorded deflection values	Third-Party Checker	Before first use
27	Load Testing	Deflection monitoring points established and readings taken during initial pour of new system	Deflection monitoring log with baseline and pour readings	Site Engineer	During first pour
28	Formwork Modification Control	Any field modification to approved falsework design routed through engineer for re-approval	Modification request form with engineer approval before implementation	Site Engineer	As required
29	Formwork Modification Control	Unauthorized cutting/drilling of formwork structural members prohibited and enforced	Toolbox talk record addressing modification control	Site Supervisor	Ongoing
30	Curing Interface with Formwork	Curing method (membrane/water curing) applied without compromising formwork tie integrity	Curing method statement cross-checked with formwork removal plan	Site Engineer	After pour
31	Curing Interface with Formwork	Formwork left in place for curing duration per specification before early striking considered	Curing duration log matched to specification requirement	Site Engineer	During curing
32	Weather-Related Concrete Protection	Formwork insulation/protection provided in hot weather concreting per method statement	Hot weather concreting checklist confirms insulation installed	Site Engineer	During hot weather pours
33	Weather-Related Concrete Protection	Formwork protected from rain ingress affecting fresh concrete surface finish	Rain protection cover inspection before/during pour	Site Supervisor	During adverse weather
34	Falsework Removal Sequencing	Falsework/prop removal sequence follows engineer-approved order to prevent asymmetric loading	Removal sequence checklist signed off per stage	Site Engineer	During dismantling
35	Falsework Removal Sequencing	Partial dismantling operations do not leave adjacent structure unsupported without assessment	Engineer sign-off confirming adjacent support adequacy	Site Engineer	During dismantling
36	Inspection Frequency & Escalation	Daily visual check of loaded falsework conducted during multi-day pour sequences	Daily inspection log with sign-off during pour campaigns	Site Engineer	Daily during pours
37	Inspection Frequency & Escalation	Any observed falsework distress triggers immediate work stoppage and engineer assessment	Stop-work notice and engineer assessment report on file	Site Engineer	Immediate on distress
38	Training & Toolbox Records	Crane operators/riggers involved in table form lifts hold valid lifting competency certification	Certification copies on file matched to assigned personnel	HSE Manager	On assignment
39	Training & Toolbox Records	Refresher training conducted for formwork crew after any near-miss or incident involving falsework	Refresher training record with topic and date	HSE Manager	As required
40	Insurance & Regulatory Compliance	Falsework design and erection comply with insurer's technical requirements where applicable	Insurer technical review correspondence filed	Project Manager	Before erection
41	Insurance & Regulatory Compliance	Municipality/Civil Defence temporary structure approval obtained for falsework exceeding threshold height	Approval permit for temporary structure on file	Project Manager	Before erection
42	Handover & Close-out	Formwork/falsework equipment demobilized and returned to supplier with condition report	Return note with condition assessment signed by both parties	Site Engineer	Project close-out
43	Handover & Close-out	Lessons learned from formwork/falsework operations documented for future project reference	Lessons learned register entry completed	Project Manager	Project close-out
44	Formwork Storage Between Uses	Reusable formwork panels stored stacked flat/vertical per manufacturer guidance to avoid warping	Storage yard inspection confirms correct stacking method	Store Keeper	Ongoing
45	Formwork Storage Between Uses	Formwork accessories (pins, wedges, clamps) inventoried and stored in labeled bins to prevent loss	Bin labeling and inventory count matches issue records	Store Keeper	Monthly
46	Pour Card System	Concrete pour card system requires formwork sign-off box completed before pour authorization	Pour card retained with all sign-off boxes completed	Site Engineer	Per pour
47	Pour Card System	Pour card discrepancies (missing sign-off) escalated to project manager before pour proceeds	Escalation log entry with resolution before pour	Project Manager	As required
48	Design & Approval	Formwork/falsework design prepared and stamped by competent structural engineer	Approved design drawings with engineer's stamp and calculations on file	Site Engineer	Before erection
49	Design & Approval	Design loading accounts for concrete pour rate, wet concrete weight, live load, wind and construction loads	Design calculation package reviewed against BS 5975/EN 12812 methodology	Design Engineer	Before erection
50	Design & Approval	Method statement and risk assessment approved prior to erection	Signed MS/RA with client/consultant approval stamp	Project Manager	Before erection
51	Design & Approval	Formwork erection drawings issued to site match approved design revision	Drawing revision number matches issued-for-construction register	Site Engineer	Before erection
52	Materials & Components	Formwork panels, plywood and timber free of excessive wear, splitting or delamination	Visual inspection log of panel condition prior to reuse	Formwork Supervisor	Before each use
53	Materials & Components	Props/standards free of bends, corrosion, cracked welds or damaged base plates	Component inspection tag attached to each prop	Formwork Supervisor	Before erection
54	Materials & Components	Adjustable props extended within manufacturer's maximum permissible extension	Prop pin position checked against manufacturer load table	Formwork Supervisor	Before erection
55	Materials & Components	Tie rods, wing nuts and waler clamps of correct rated capacity and free from thread damage	Component check against design specification	Formwork Supervisor	Before erection
56	Materials & Components	Release agent applied evenly to formfaces prior to reinforcement fixing	Application record confirming coverage before rebar fixing	Formwork Crew	Before each pour
57	Foundation & Support	Falsework base supported on firm, level ground or sole plates capable of bearing imposed load	Ground bearing capacity assessment and sole plate size verified	Site Engineer	Before erection
58	Foundation & Support	Sole plates/base plates sized to distribute prop load without ground settlement	Sole plate dimension checked against design load calculation	Formwork Supervisor	Before erection
59	Foundation & Support	No falsework standing on backfilled/disturbed ground without engineered support verification	Geotechnical or engineer sign-off for ground condition	Site Engineer	Before erection
60	Erection & Bracing	Standards, ledgers and bracing installed as per approved falsework drawing spacing	Spacing measured and compared to drawing on inspection checklist	Formwork Supervisor	During erection
61	Erection & Bracing	Diagonal and horizontal bracing installed in both directions to prevent lateral instability	Bracing pattern matches design layout, verified by walk-through	Formwork Supervisor	Before loading
62	Erection & Bracing	Props plumb and vertical within tolerance (max 1:100 out of plumb per BS 5975)	Spirit level/plumb bob check recorded per prop line	Formwork Supervisor	Before pour
63	Erection & Bracing	Prop pins fully engaged and locking devices secured on all adjustable props	Physical check of each pin/collar during pre-pour inspection	Formwork Supervisor	Before pour
64	Erection & Bracing	Formwork ties and clamps tightened to design torque/spacing with no missing ties	Tie spacing count matches design drawing	Formwork Supervisor	Before pour
65	Erection & Bracing	Working platforms/kickboards provided at formwork edges for crew access	Edge protection inspected as part of erection sign-off	Site Supervisor	Before use
66	Formwork Inspection Sign-off	Independent formwork/falsework inspection completed and signed prior to reinforcement fixing	Formwork inspection checklist Stage 1 signed by competent person	Site Engineer	Before rebar fixing
67	Formwork Inspection Sign-off	Final pre-pour inspection (Stage 2) confirms formwork geometry, level, alignment and cleanliness	Pre-pour checklist signed by site engineer and consultant	Consultant Engineer	Before each pour
68	Formwork Inspection Sign-off	Permit to pour issued only after formwork, falsework and rebar inspections closed	Concrete pour permit with all inspection sign-offs attached	Site Engineer	Before each pour
69	During Concreting	Concrete placement sequence and pour rate followed as per design to avoid overloading formwork	Pour rate log compared to design maximum rate	Site Engineer	During pour
70	During Concreting	Formwork monitored for deflection, bulging or movement during pour	Banksman/engineer observation log during concreting	Site Engineer	During pour
71	During Concreting	Vibration of concrete does not exceed levels causing formwork joint separation	Visual monitoring of joints during vibration activity	Concrete Foreman	During pour
72	During Concreting	Emergency stop procedure available if formwork distress observed during pour	Documented emergency stop procedure communicated at toolbox talk	Site Engineer	Before pour
73	Striking & Dismantling	Formwork/falsework striking time complies with minimum concrete strength/curing period per design	Cube test results confirm required strength before striking	Site Engineer	Before striking
74	Striking & Dismantling	Striking sequence follows approved method statement to avoid shock loading	Striking sequence checklist signed off per pour	Formwork Supervisor	At striking
75	Striking & Dismantling	Backprops/reshoring installed where required after early striking	Reshoring layout matches design and verified by engineer	Site Engineer	After striking
76	Striking & Dismantling	Struck formwork components inspected, cleaned and stored before reuse	Component condition log updated after each strike cycle	Formwork Supervisor	After striking
77	Striking & Dismantling	Dismantled falsework materials stacked/stored away from edges and traffic routes	Storage area inspection confirms safe stacking	Site Supervisor	After dismantling
78	Housekeeping & Access	Formwork work area kept free of loose nails, protruding tie wires and debris	Housekeeping inspection checklist completed daily	Site Supervisor	Daily
79	Housekeeping & Access	Access ladders/stairs to elevated formwork platforms secured and inspected	Ladder inspection tag current and secured at top/bottom	Site Supervisor	Weekly
80	Housekeeping & Access	Edge protection/guardrails maintained around formwork perimeter at height	Guardrail height and toe board compliance verified per fall protection standard	HSE Officer	Daily
81	Competency & Supervision	Formwork erection crew trained and competent for system type in use (e.g., proprietary system formwork)	Training/competency certificates on file for crew	HSE Manager	On assignment
82	Competency & Supervision	Competent person assigned to supervise all formwork/falsework erection and striking activities	Supervisor appointment letter and site presence confirmed	Project Manager	Ongoing
83	Competency & Supervision	Toolbox talk conducted before erection/striking of significant/complex formwork systems	Toolbox talk attendance sheet with topic recorded	Site Supervisor	Before activity
84	Documentation & Records	Formwork/falsework inspection register maintained for each pour with unique reference number	Register cross-referenced to pour permits and drawings	Site Engineer	Per pour
85	Documentation & Records	Non-conformances during formwork inspection tracked to closure before proceeding	NCR log with closure verification signed by engineer	Site Engineer	As raised
86	Documentation & Records	As-built formwork records retained for significant/temporary structures for QA/QC audit	QA/QC file containing complete inspection trail	QA/QC Manager	Project close-out

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