A Sweep is a single walk-round of an open space as a whole — surfaces, boundaries, hazards, amenities and the assets within it. One question per item, answered OK / N/A / fault, with any fault raised against the specific asset. Each space type has its own tuned version.

Before you use this checklist: you don't build these — they're built in and matched to your assets. To put one on someone's phone, create an inspection (or a job) on the asset and pick the checklist. A checklist only appears for the right asset type. See How to Use a Checklist.
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Allotment Sweep

Covers: Allotment site. recommended weekly.

CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Based on all checks performed, assess the overall condition of the allotment site. This rating will update the asset's condition record.
SWEEP
01 Boundary Integrity
OKN/ABoundary damage
ⓘ Guidance
Walk the perimeter of the allotment site. Check the overall integrity of site perimeter fencing - are there gaps, damaged sections, or breaches? Note: individual fence panels and gates are inspected separately.
02 Fencing & barriers
OKN/AFencing issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check fence panels, railings, and barriers for damage or gaps.
03 Gates
OKN/AGate issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check gates, latches, and hinges operate and secure correctly.
04 Grass Condition
OKN/AGrass issue
ⓘ Guidance
Assess the grass surface across the allotment site. Look for wear, damage, or bare areas.
05 Trip Hazards
OKN/ATrip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Walk the main areas of the allotment site checking for trip hazards. Look for uneven ground, raised edges, holes, or obstructions.
06 Slip Hazards
OKN/ASlip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check surfaces in the allotment site for slip hazards, particularly in shaded or damp areas.
07 Drainage
OKN/ADrainage issue
ⓘ Guidance
Assess drainage across the allotment site. Check for waterlogging, standing water, or blocked drainage.
08 Litter
OKN/ALitter
ⓘ Guidance
Assess litter levels across the allotment site. Check for general litter, broken glass, or debris on the ground.
09 Fly-tipping
OKN/AFly-tipping
ⓘ Guidance
Check the allotment site for fly-tipping or dumped waste, particularly near boundaries and access points.
10 Vegetation
OKN/AOvergrown vegetation
ⓘ Guidance
Assess cultivated plots and communal areas condition in the allotment site. Check maintenance levels and vegetation health.
11 Weeds
OKN/AWeeds
ⓘ Guidance
Check for weed growth on hard surfaces, paths, and edges in the allotment site.
12 Allotment plots
OKN/APlot issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check plots for neglect, abandonment, hazards, or unauthorised structures.
13 Signage
OKN/ASign issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check signs and notice boards are present, legible, and securely fixed.
14 Water points
OKN/AWater point issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check taps and water points are operational and not leaking.
15 Graffiti & vandalism
OKN/AGraffiti or vandalism
ⓘ Guidance
Check structures, walls, hard surfaces, and general fabric across the area for graffiti, tags, vandalism, or fire damage (e.g. scorching, burnt-out bins or equipment) not already recorded against a specific asset.
16 Posts & bollards
OKN/APost or bollard issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check posts and bollards across the area are in position, upright, securely fixed, and undamaged.
17 Cleanliness
OKN/ACleaning required
ⓘ Guidance
Check benches, bins, signage, play equipment, and street furniture across the area are clean and free from dirt, cobwebs, bird mess, and build-up.
18 Asbestos & Hazardous Materials
OKN/AAsbestos or hazardous material
ⓘ Guidance
Check the allotment site for damaged asbestos (e.g. old shed or garage roofs) and any dumped or unsafely stored hazardous materials such as chemicals, gas bottles, or fuel. Do not touch or disturb — report immediately.
19 Pest Evidence
OKN/APest activity
ⓘ Guidance
Look for signs of pest activity in the allotment site. Check for burrows, nests, or damage.
20 Invasive Plants
OKN/AInvasive plant species
ⓘ Guidance
Check the allotment site for invasive or harmful plant species such as Japanese knotweed, giant hogweed, or ragwort. Do not attempt to remove — report for specialist treatment.

Car Park Sweep

Covers: Carpark, Ground-level car park, Multi-storey car park. recommended weekly.

CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Based on all checks performed, assess the overall condition of the car park. This rating will update the asset's condition record.
SWEEP
01 Fencing & barriers
OKN/AFencing issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check fence panels, railings, and barriers for damage or gaps.
02 Gates
OKN/AGate issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check gates, latches, and hinges operate and secure correctly.
03 Access Routes
OKN/AAccess obstructed
ⓘ Guidance
Assess whether routes within the car park are accessible. Check surface quality, width, and gradient.
04 Surface Condition
OKN/ASurface defect
ⓘ Guidance
Assess the primary tarmac or gravel surface across the car park. Look for damage, defects, or deterioration.
05 Line Markings
OKN/AMarkings issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check any line markings in the car park. Assess parking bays, sports court lines, or pedestrian markings.
06 Trip Hazards
OKN/ATrip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Walk the main areas of the car park checking for trip hazards. Look for uneven ground, raised edges, holes, or obstructions.
07 Slip Hazards
OKN/ASlip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check surfaces in the car park for slip hazards, particularly in shaded or damp areas.
08 Drainage
OKN/ADrainage issue
ⓘ Guidance
Assess drainage across the car park. Check for waterlogging, standing water, or blocked drainage.
09 Litter
OKN/ALitter
ⓘ Guidance
Assess litter levels across the car park. Check for general litter, broken glass, or debris on the ground.
10 Weeds
OKN/AWeeds
ⓘ Guidance
Check for weed growth on hard surfaces, paths, and edges in the car park.
11 Lighting
OKN/ALighting issue
ⓘ Guidance
Visually check lighting columns and lanterns for damage or obvious faults.
12 Signage
OKN/ASign issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check signs and notice boards are present, legible, and securely fixed.
13 Parking infrastructure
OKN/AParking equipment issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check ticket machines, barriers, bollards, and EV charging points.
14 Graffiti & vandalism
OKN/AGraffiti or vandalism
ⓘ Guidance
Check structures, walls, hard surfaces, and general fabric across the area for graffiti, tags, vandalism, or fire damage (e.g. scorching, burnt-out bins or equipment) not already recorded against a specific asset.
15 Posts & bollards
OKN/APost or bollard issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check posts and bollards across the area are in position, upright, securely fixed, and undamaged.
16 Cleanliness
OKN/ACleaning required
ⓘ Guidance
Check benches, bins, signage, play equipment, and street furniture across the area are clean and free from dirt, cobwebs, bird mess, and build-up.
17 Power points & electrics
OKN/AElectrical point issue
ⓘ Guidance
Visually check external power points, sockets, and feeder pillars are secure, closed, and undamaged. Report any exposed wiring or damage immediately.

Cemetery Sweep

Covers: Ash Scattering Area, Burial Site, Cemetery site, Church Ground, Crematoria, Garden of Rest, Mausoleum, Pet Burial Site. recommended weekly.

CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Based on all checks performed, assess the overall condition of the cemetery. This rating will update the asset's condition record.
SWEEP
01 Fencing & barriers
OKN/AFencing issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check fence panels, railings, and barriers for damage or gaps.
02 Gates
OKN/AGate issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check gates, latches, and hinges operate and secure correctly.
03 Path Surfaces
OKN/APath defect
ⓘ Guidance
Assess the condition of paths within the cemetery. Check for damage, erosion, or overgrown edges.
04 Grass Condition
OKN/AGrass issue
ⓘ Guidance
Assess the grass surface across the cemetery. Look for wear, damage, or bare areas.
05 Trip Hazards
OKN/ATrip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Walk the main areas of the cemetery checking for trip hazards. Look for uneven ground, raised edges, holes, or obstructions.
06 Slip Hazards
OKN/ASlip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check surfaces in the cemetery for slip hazards, particularly in shaded or damp areas.
07 Overhead Hazards
OKN/AOverhead hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check trees and vegetation in the cemetery for overhead hazards. Look for dead branches, hanging limbs, or unstable trees.
08 Litter
OKN/ALitter
ⓘ Guidance
Assess litter levels across the cemetery. Check for general litter, broken glass, or debris on the ground.
09 Vegetation
OKN/AOvergrown vegetation
ⓘ Guidance
Assess grass and memorial planting condition in the cemetery. Check maintenance levels and vegetation health.
10 Weeds
OKN/AWeeds
ⓘ Guidance
Check for weed growth on hard surfaces, paths, and edges in the cemetery.
11 Memorial stability
OKN/AMemorial unstable
ⓘ Guidance
Check memorials and headstones for leaning or instability. Hand-test only where trained to do so.
12 Memorial condition
OKN/AMemorial damage
ⓘ Guidance
Check memorials and monuments for damage, vandalism, or deterioration.
13 Benches & seating
OKN/ABench issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check benches and seating for damage, rot, vandalism, or instability.
14 Bins
OKN/ABin issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check litter and dog-waste bins for fullness or damage.
15 Signage
OKN/ASign issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check signs and notice boards are present, legible, and securely fixed.
16 Water points
OKN/AWater point issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check taps and water points are operational and not leaking.
17 Graffiti & vandalism
OKN/AGraffiti or vandalism
ⓘ Guidance
Check structures, walls, hard surfaces, and general fabric across the area for graffiti, tags, vandalism, or fire damage (e.g. scorching, burnt-out bins or equipment) not already recorded against a specific asset.
18 Posts & bollards
OKN/APost or bollard issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check posts and bollards across the area are in position, upright, securely fixed, and undamaged.
19 Cleanliness
OKN/ACleaning required
ⓘ Guidance
Check benches, bins, signage, play equipment, and street furniture across the area are clean and free from dirt, cobwebs, bird mess, and build-up.
20 Pest Evidence
OKN/APest activity
ⓘ Guidance
Look for signs of pest activity in the cemetery. Check for burrows, nests, or damage.
21 Invasive Plants
OKN/AInvasive plant species
ⓘ Guidance
Check the cemetery for invasive or harmful plant species such as Japanese knotweed, giant hogweed, or ragwort. Do not attempt to remove — report for specialist treatment.

Park Sweep

Covers: Garden, Memorial Garden, Park, Picnic area, Public Park, Recreational Field, Village Green. recommended weekly.

CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Based on all checks performed, assess the overall condition of the park. This rating will update the asset's condition record.
SWEEP
01 Fencing & barriers
OKN/AFencing issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check fence panels, railings, and barriers for damage or gaps.
02 Gates
OKN/AGate issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check gates, latches, and hinges operate and secure correctly.
03 Path Surfaces
OKN/APath defect
ⓘ Guidance
Assess the condition of paths within the park. Check for damage, erosion, or overgrown edges.
04 Grass Condition
OKN/AGrass issue
ⓘ Guidance
Assess the grass surface across the park. Look for wear, damage, or bare areas.
05 Trip Hazards
OKN/ATrip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Walk the main areas of the park checking for trip hazards. Look for uneven ground, raised edges, holes, or obstructions.
06 Slip Hazards
OKN/ASlip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check surfaces in the park for slip hazards, particularly in shaded or damp areas.
07 Drainage
OKN/ADrainage issue
ⓘ Guidance
Assess drainage across the park. Check for waterlogging, standing water, or blocked drainage.
08 Overhead Hazards
OKN/AOverhead hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check trees and vegetation in the park for overhead hazards. Look for dead branches, hanging limbs, or unstable trees.
09 Litter
OKN/ALitter
ⓘ Guidance
Assess litter levels across the park. Check for general litter, broken glass, or debris on the ground.
10 Dog Fouling
OKN/ADog fouling
ⓘ Guidance
Check for dog fouling across the park, particularly along paths and grassed areas.
11 Vegetation
OKN/AOvergrown vegetation
ⓘ Guidance
Assess grass, trees, and shrub beds condition in the park. Check maintenance levels and vegetation health.
12 Weeds
OKN/AWeeds
ⓘ Guidance
Check for weed growth on hard surfaces, paths, and edges in the park.
13 Play & fitness equipment
OKN/APlay equipment issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check all play and fitness equipment for damage, vandalism, missing parts, or anything unsafe.
14 Safety surfacing
OKN/ASurfacing issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check the safety surfacing under and around play equipment for damage, wear, or contamination.
15 Benches & seating
OKN/ABench issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check benches and seating for damage, rot, vandalism, or instability.
16 Bins
OKN/ABin issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check litter and dog-waste bins for fullness or damage.
17 Lighting
OKN/ALighting issue
ⓘ Guidance
Visually check lighting columns and lanterns for damage or obvious faults.
18 Signage
OKN/ASign issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check signs and notice boards are present, legible, and securely fixed.
19 Graffiti & vandalism
OKN/AGraffiti or vandalism
ⓘ Guidance
Check structures, walls, hard surfaces, and general fabric across the area for graffiti, tags, vandalism, or fire damage (e.g. scorching, burnt-out bins or equipment) not already recorded against a specific asset.
20 Posts & bollards
OKN/APost or bollard issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check posts and bollards across the area are in position, upright, securely fixed, and undamaged.
21 Cleanliness
OKN/ACleaning required
ⓘ Guidance
Check benches, bins, signage, play equipment, and street furniture across the area are clean and free from dirt, cobwebs, bird mess, and build-up.
22 Power points & electrics
OKN/AElectrical point issue
ⓘ Guidance
Visually check external power points, sockets, and feeder pillars are secure, closed, and undamaged. Report any exposed wiring or damage immediately.
23 Sports equipment
OKN/ASports equipment issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check sports equipment across the area (goal posts, nets, cages, basketball/netball hoops, MUGA and court fittings) for condition, stability, and anchorage.
24 Pest Evidence
OKN/APest activity
ⓘ Guidance
Look for signs of pest activity in the park. Check for burrows, nests, or damage.
25 Invasive Plants
OKN/AInvasive plant species
ⓘ Guidance
Check the park for invasive or harmful plant species such as Japanese knotweed, giant hogweed, or ragwort. Do not attempt to remove — report for specialist treatment.

Playground Area Sweep

Covers: Exercise Area, Playground Area. recommended weekly.

CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Based on all checks performed, assess the overall condition of the play area. This rating will update the asset's condition record.
SWEEP
01 Fencing & barriers
OKN/AFencing issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check fence panels, railings, and barriers for damage or gaps.
02 Gates
OKN/AGate issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check gates, latches, and hinges operate and secure correctly.
03 Trip Hazards
OKN/ATrip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Walk the main areas of the play area checking for trip hazards. Look for uneven ground, raised edges, holes, or obstructions.
04 Slip Hazards
OKN/ASlip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check surfaces in the play area for slip hazards, particularly in shaded or damp areas.
05 Safety surfacing
OKN/ASurfacing issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check the safety surfacing under and around play equipment for damage, wear, or contamination.
06 Litter
OKN/ALitter
ⓘ Guidance
Assess litter levels across the play area. Check for general litter, broken glass, or debris on the ground.
07 Dog Fouling
OKN/ADog fouling
ⓘ Guidance
Check for dog fouling across the play area, particularly along paths and grassed areas.
08 Play & fitness equipment
OKN/APlay equipment issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check all play and fitness equipment for damage, vandalism, missing parts, or anything unsafe.
09 Benches & seating
OKN/ABench issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check benches and seating for damage, rot, vandalism, or instability.
10 Bins
OKN/ABin issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check litter and dog-waste bins for fullness or damage.
11 Signage
OKN/ASign issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check signs and notice boards are present, legible, and securely fixed.
12 Graffiti & vandalism
OKN/AGraffiti or vandalism
ⓘ Guidance
Check structures, walls, hard surfaces, and general fabric across the area for graffiti, tags, vandalism, or fire damage (e.g. scorching, burnt-out bins or equipment) not already recorded against a specific asset.
13 Posts & bollards
OKN/APost or bollard issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check posts and bollards across the area are in position, upright, securely fixed, and undamaged.
14 Cleanliness
OKN/ACleaning required
ⓘ Guidance
Check benches, bins, signage, play equipment, and street furniture across the area are clean and free from dirt, cobwebs, bird mess, and build-up.
15 Sports equipment
OKN/ASports equipment issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check sports equipment across the area (goal posts, nets, cages, basketball/netball hoops, MUGA and court fittings) for condition, stability, and anchorage.

Sports Ground Sweep

Covers: Bowling Green, Cricket Pitch, Football Pitch, Playing Field, Putting Green, Sports field. recommended weekly.

CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Based on all checks performed, assess the overall condition of the sports ground. This rating will update the asset's condition record.
SWEEP
01 Fencing & barriers
OKN/AFencing issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check fence panels, railings, and barriers for damage or gaps.
02 Gates
OKN/AGate issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check gates, latches, and hinges operate and secure correctly.
03 Grass Condition
OKN/AGrass issue
ⓘ Guidance
Assess the grass surface across the sports ground. Look for wear, damage, or bare areas.
04 Trip Hazards
OKN/ATrip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Walk the main areas of the sports ground checking for trip hazards. Look for uneven ground, raised edges, holes, or obstructions.
05 Slip Hazards
OKN/ASlip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check surfaces in the sports ground for slip hazards, particularly in shaded or damp areas.
06 Drainage
OKN/ADrainage issue
ⓘ Guidance
Assess drainage across the sports ground. Check for waterlogging, standing water, or blocked drainage.
07 Overhead Hazards
OKN/AOverhead hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check trees and vegetation in the sports ground for overhead hazards. Look for dead branches, hanging limbs, or unstable trees.
08 Litter
OKN/ALitter
ⓘ Guidance
Assess litter levels across the sports ground. Check for general litter, broken glass, or debris on the ground.
09 Vegetation
OKN/AOvergrown vegetation
ⓘ Guidance
Assess sports turf condition in the sports ground. Check maintenance levels and vegetation health.
10 Weeds
OKN/AWeeds
ⓘ Guidance
Check for weed growth on hard surfaces, paths, and edges in the sports ground.
11 Sports equipment
OKN/ASports equipment issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check sports equipment across the area (goal posts, nets, cages, basketball/netball hoops, MUGA and court fittings) for condition, stability, and anchorage.
12 Benches & seating
OKN/ABench issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check benches and seating for damage, rot, vandalism, or instability.
13 Bins
OKN/ABin issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check litter and dog-waste bins for fullness or damage.
14 Signage
OKN/ASign issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check signs and notice boards are present, legible, and securely fixed.
15 Graffiti & vandalism
OKN/AGraffiti or vandalism
ⓘ Guidance
Check structures, walls, hard surfaces, and general fabric across the area for graffiti, tags, vandalism, or fire damage (e.g. scorching, burnt-out bins or equipment) not already recorded against a specific asset.
16 Posts & bollards
OKN/APost or bollard issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check posts and bollards across the area are in position, upright, securely fixed, and undamaged.
17 Cleanliness
OKN/ACleaning required
ⓘ Guidance
Check benches, bins, signage, play equipment, and street furniture across the area are clean and free from dirt, cobwebs, bird mess, and build-up.
18 Power points & electrics
OKN/AElectrical point issue
ⓘ Guidance
Visually check external power points, sockets, and feeder pillars are secure, closed, and undamaged. Report any exposed wiring or damage immediately.
19 Pest Evidence
OKN/APest activity
ⓘ Guidance
Look for signs of pest activity in the sports ground. Check for burrows, nests, or damage.
20 Invasive Plants
OKN/AInvasive plant species
ⓘ Guidance
Check the sports ground for invasive or harmful plant species such as Japanese knotweed, giant hogweed, or ragwort. Do not attempt to remove — report for specialist treatment.

Water Body Sweep

Covers: Beach, Fishing pond, Lake, Pond, River, Water Reserve, Wetland. recommended weekly.

CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Based on all checks performed, assess the overall condition of the water body. This rating will update the asset's condition record.
SWEEP
01 Fencing & barriers
OKN/AFencing issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check fence panels, railings, and barriers for damage or gaps.
02 Gates
OKN/AGate issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check gates, latches, and hinges operate and secure correctly.
03 Path Surfaces
OKN/APath defect
ⓘ Guidance
Assess the condition of paths within the water body. Check for damage, erosion, or overgrown edges.
04 Trip Hazards
OKN/ATrip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Walk the main areas of the water body checking for trip hazards. Look for uneven ground, raised edges, holes, or obstructions.
05 Slip Hazards
OKN/ASlip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check surfaces in the water body for slip hazards, particularly in shaded or damp areas.
06 Overhead Hazards
OKN/AOverhead hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check trees and vegetation in the water body for overhead hazards. Look for dead branches, hanging limbs, or unstable trees.
07 Water Hazards
OKN/AWater hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Identify any water hazards in the water body. Look for unfenced water, hidden depths, or slippery edges.
08 Litter
OKN/ALitter
ⓘ Guidance
Assess litter levels across the water body. Check for general litter, broken glass, or debris on the ground.
09 Vegetation
OKN/AOvergrown vegetation
ⓘ Guidance
Assess bankside vegetation condition in the water body. Check maintenance levels and vegetation health.
10 Water safety equipment
OKN/AWater safety equipment issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check life buoys, throw lines, and water safety signage are present, accessible, and serviceable.
11 Benches & seating
OKN/ABench issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check benches and seating for damage, rot, vandalism, or instability.
12 Bins
OKN/ABin issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check litter and dog-waste bins for fullness or damage.
13 Signage
OKN/ASign issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check signs and notice boards are present, legible, and securely fixed.

Woodland & Nature Sweep

Covers: Conservation Area, Nature reserves, Orchard, Wildlife reserve, Woodlands. recommended weekly.

CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Based on all checks performed, assess the overall condition of the woodland or nature area. This rating will update the asset's condition record.
SWEEP
01 Fencing & barriers
OKN/AFencing issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check fence panels, railings, and barriers for damage or gaps.
02 Gates
OKN/AGate issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check gates, latches, and hinges operate and secure correctly.
03 Path Surfaces
OKN/APath defect
ⓘ Guidance
Assess the condition of paths within the woodland or nature area. Check for damage, erosion, or overgrown edges.
04 Trip Hazards
OKN/ATrip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Walk the main areas of the woodland or nature area checking for trip hazards. Look for uneven ground, raised edges, holes, or obstructions.
05 Slip Hazards
OKN/ASlip hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check surfaces in the woodland or nature area for slip hazards, particularly in shaded or damp areas.
06 Overhead Hazards
OKN/AOverhead hazard
ⓘ Guidance
Check trees and vegetation in the woodland or nature area for overhead hazards. Look for dead branches, hanging limbs, or unstable trees.
07 Litter
OKN/ALitter
ⓘ Guidance
Assess litter levels across the woodland or nature area. Check for general litter, broken glass, or debris on the ground.
08 Vegetation
OKN/AOvergrown vegetation
ⓘ Guidance
Assess trees and understorey condition in the woodland or nature area. Check maintenance levels and vegetation health.
09 Weeds
OKN/AWeeds
ⓘ Guidance
Check for weed growth on hard surfaces, paths, and edges in the woodland or nature area.
10 Pest Evidence
OKN/APest activity
ⓘ Guidance
Look for signs of pest activity in the woodland or nature area. Check for burrows, nests, or damage.
11 Benches & seating
OKN/ABench issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check benches and seating for damage, rot, vandalism, or instability.
12 Bins
OKN/ABin issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check litter and dog-waste bins for fullness or damage.
13 Signage
OKN/ASign issue
ⓘ Guidance
Check signs and notice boards are present, legible, and securely fixed.
14 Invasive Plants
OKN/AInvasive plant species
ⓘ Guidance
Check the woodland or nature area for invasive or harmful plant species such as Japanese knotweed, giant hogweed, or ragwort. Do not attempt to remove — report for specialist treatment.

Using these checklists in Civic.ly

Every checklist here is built into Civic.ly as a standard template — you don't recreate it. Add the asset, create the inspection or job (standalone or via a routine), pick the checklist, and it appears on the assigned person's phone, with any fault raising a defect automatically. New to this? See How to Use a Checklist.

Common Questions

Usually not on its own — insurers typically expect per-equipment play checks too. Run the sweep for the space and the per-item play checks for the kit.

Weekly or fortnightly is common for well-used spaces. The recommended cadence is shown on each, but you can run any checklist at whatever frequency suits.