Construction Site Safety Audits

OSHA & VOSH Compliance Audits for Construction Projects in VA, MD, NC & DC

Protect Workers, Prevent Incidents & Ensure Jobsite Compliance

Construction sites are dynamic, high-risk environments with constantly shifting personnel, equipment, and site conditions. Circle Safety & Health Consultants provides thorough, expert-led safety audits for construction sites across Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, and Washington, D.C. From commercial builds in Richmond and Hampton Roads to infrastructure projects in Northern Virginia and the D.C. metro area, we help you identify hazards, reduce risk, and stay compliant with OSHA and VOSH regulations.

Whether you’re managing a multi-phase development or preparing for a third-party inspection, our audits are designed to enhance your safety culture, protect workers, and avoid costly violations or delays.

What’s Included in a Construction Safety Audit

Our construction site audits go beyond a simple walkthrough. We assess your safety program from top to bottom, identifying unsafe practices, regulatory gaps, and opportunities for improvement. Typical areas of evaluation include:

Site Conditions & Housekeeping: Tripping hazards, debris management, secure walkways, and proper storage practices.
Fall Protection: Assessment of guardrails, personal fall arrest systems, floor openings, ladder use, and elevated work protocols.
Scaffolding & Access Systems: Verification of scaffold erection, inspection procedures, and safe access/egress.
Hazard Communication & SDS Review: Proper labeling, accessibility of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and training documentation.
PPE Usage & Availability: Evaluation of PPE compliance, storage, training, and site-specific requirements.
Equipment & Vehicle Safety: Inspection of heavy equipment operations, spotter protocols, and backup alarms.
Excavation & Trenching Hazards: Assessment of protective systems, soil classification, and spoil placement.
Electrical Safety & Lockout/Tagout (LOTO): Temporary power, GFCIs, extension cord condition, and energized system control.
Tool Use & Maintenance: Safe handling of hand and power tools, inspection records, and storage.
Emergency Preparedness: First aid kits, fire extinguishers, evacuation routes, and communication procedures.
Training & Documentation: Verification of crew training, toolbox talks, safety meetings, and incident records.

Our Audit Process

We follow a structured, efficient process that ensures minimal disruption and maximum insight:

Specialized Risk Assessments for Construction Sites

In addition to general audits, Circle Safety offers targeted assessments focused on high-risk construction activities and compliance priorities:

Fall Protection & Working at Heights: Review of fall arrest systems, guardrails, ladders, scaffolding, and employee training compliance.
Excavation & Trenching: Assessment of protective systems (e.g., sloping, shoring, shielding), spoil pile placement, and safe access/egress.
Electrical Hazards: Identification of live power exposures, improper grounding, GFCI usage, and lockout/tagout practices.
Hot Work & Fire Prevention: Evaluation of hot work permitting, fire watch procedures, and flammable materials storage.
Crane & Hoist Operations: Inspection of rigging, signaling, and lifting procedures to prevent struck-by or collapse incidents.
Traffic Control & Work Zone Safety: Review of flagger training, signage, and vehicle/pedestrian separation plans for active sites.

Who We Serve

Circle Safety conducts safety audits for a variety of laboratory environments, including:

Why Choose Circle Safety & Health Consultants for Laboratory Safety Audits & Risk Assessments?

Deep Construction Experience: Our consultants have worked on commercial, municipal, and industrial construction projects across the region.
Objective Third-Party Insight: We bring an external, unbiased lens to your safety practices — valuable for compliance, client transparency, and internal improvement.
Clear Reporting, Actionable Recommendations: You’ll receive a detailed, photo-supported report with practical next steps to improve safety and compliance.
Local Presence, Regional Service: Circle Safety serves clients throughout Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, and D.C., with focused service in Richmond, Hampton Roads, and Northern Virginia.

Keep Your Construction Site Safe, Compliant, & Productive

Need a safety audit before breaking ground — or mid-project to correct emerging risks? Circle Safety & Health Consultants provides expert construction site audits across Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, and Washington, D.C. We serve projects in Richmond, Northern Virginia, Hampton Roads, and beyond.