Routine Checks for footpaths, cycle paths, bridleways and trails — surface, edges, drainage, signage and obstructions.
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Bike Trail - Routine
Covers: Bike trail. recommended monthly.
SAFETY
Slip Hazards
No slip hazardsWet leavesMoss or algaeMud on surfaceIce or frostMultiple slip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Look for anything that could make surfaces slippery. Check for wet leaves that have built up, green moss or algae growth (especially on paths and steps), mud that has been walked onto hard surfaces, or ice in cold weather. Shaded areas and north-facing surfaces are most likely to have slip hazards.
Trip Hazards
No trip hazardsMinor unevennessRaised tree rootLifted slab or edgeHole or depressionMultiple trip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and across open areas, looking down for anything that could cause someone to trip. Check for tree roots pushing up through the ground, paving slabs that have lifted, holes or dips in the surface, and any objects left on the ground. Think about whether a child running or someone with a pushchair could trip.
FUNCTIONALITY
Path Surfaces
Paths goodMinor wearPath edges overgrownPath erodedPath surface failedN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and check their condition. Look for edges where vegetation is growing over the path and narrowing it, areas where the path surface has washed away or eroded, and sections where the surface has failed completely. Paths should be wide enough for two people to pass. Select N/A if there are no paths.
CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Consider everything you have seen during this inspection. Pick the rating that best describes the overall state of the space. Select Excellent or Good if things look well cared for, Fair if there are minor issues, Poor if several problems need attention, or Critical if urgent action is required.
Surface Condition
Good surfaceMinor wearPotholeCracked surfaceRuttingSurface breaking upN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk across the main surface and look for any damage. Check for potholes (holes in the surface), cracks, rutting (grooves worn into the surface), or areas where the surface is breaking up. Minor wear like light scuffing is normal. Select N/A if there is no hard surface to check.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Litter
No litterLight litterLitteredBroken glassHeavy litter
ⓘ Guidance
Look around the whole area for rubbish on the ground. Check near bins, benches, and entrances where litter tends to gather. Pay special attention to broken glass which is a safety hazard. Light litter means a few items here and there. Heavy litter means rubbish is spread across the area and needs urgent clearing.
Bridleway - Routine
Covers: Bridleway Path. recommended monthly.
SAFETY
Slip Hazards
No slip hazardsWet leavesMoss or algaeMud on surfaceIce or frostMultiple slip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Look for anything that could make surfaces slippery. Check for wet leaves that have built up, green moss or algae growth (especially on paths and steps), mud that has been walked onto hard surfaces, or ice in cold weather. Shaded areas and north-facing surfaces are most likely to have slip hazards.
Trip Hazards
No trip hazardsMinor unevennessRaised tree rootLifted slab or edgeHole or depressionMultiple trip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and across open areas, looking down for anything that could cause someone to trip. Check for tree roots pushing up through the ground, paving slabs that have lifted, holes or dips in the surface, and any objects left on the ground. Think about whether a child running or someone with a pushchair could trip.
FUNCTIONALITY
Path Surfaces
Paths goodMinor wearPath edges overgrownPath erodedPath surface failedN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and check their condition. Look for edges where vegetation is growing over the path and narrowing it, areas where the path surface has washed away or eroded, and sections where the surface has failed completely. Paths should be wide enough for two people to pass. Select N/A if there are no paths.
CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Consider everything you have seen during this inspection. Pick the rating that best describes the overall state of the space. Select Excellent or Good if things look well cared for, Fair if there are minor issues, Poor if several problems need attention, or Critical if urgent action is required.
Surface Condition
Good surfaceMinor wearPotholeCracked surfaceRuttingSurface breaking upN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk across the main surface and look for any damage. Check for potholes (holes in the surface), cracks, rutting (grooves worn into the surface), or areas where the surface is breaking up. Minor wear like light scuffing is normal. Select N/A if there is no hard surface to check.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Litter
No litterLight litterLitteredBroken glassHeavy litter
ⓘ Guidance
Look around the whole area for rubbish on the ground. Check near bins, benches, and entrances where litter tends to gather. Pay special attention to broken glass which is a safety hazard. Light litter means a few items here and there. Heavy litter means rubbish is spread across the area and needs urgent clearing.
Cycle Path - Routine
Covers: Cycle Path. recommended monthly.
SAFETY
Slip Hazards
No slip hazardsWet leavesMoss or algaeMud on surfaceIce or frostMultiple slip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Look for anything that could make surfaces slippery. Check for wet leaves that have built up, green moss or algae growth (especially on paths and steps), mud that has been walked onto hard surfaces, or ice in cold weather. Shaded areas and north-facing surfaces are most likely to have slip hazards.
Trip Hazards
No trip hazardsMinor unevennessRaised tree rootLifted slab or edgeHole or depressionMultiple trip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and across open areas, looking down for anything that could cause someone to trip. Check for tree roots pushing up through the ground, paving slabs that have lifted, holes or dips in the surface, and any objects left on the ground. Think about whether a child running or someone with a pushchair could trip.
FUNCTIONALITY
Line Markings
Markings clearMarkings fadingMarkings wornMarkings incorrectMarkings missingN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Look at any painted lines on the ground such as parking bay markings, court lines, or pedestrian crossing points. Markings should be clearly visible and easy to understand. Fading means the paint is getting lighter. Worn means the paint has rubbed away in places. Missing means markings that should be there are gone. Select N/A if there are no markings.
Path Surfaces
Paths goodMinor wearPath edges overgrownPath erodedPath surface failedN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and check their condition. Look for edges where vegetation is growing over the path and narrowing it, areas where the path surface has washed away or eroded, and sections where the surface has failed completely. Paths should be wide enough for two people to pass. Select N/A if there are no paths.
CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Consider everything you have seen during this inspection. Pick the rating that best describes the overall state of the space. Select Excellent or Good if things look well cared for, Fair if there are minor issues, Poor if several problems need attention, or Critical if urgent action is required.
Surface Condition
Good surfaceMinor wearPotholeCracked surfaceRuttingSurface breaking upN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk across the main surface and look for any damage. Check for potholes (holes in the surface), cracks, rutting (grooves worn into the surface), or areas where the surface is breaking up. Minor wear like light scuffing is normal. Select N/A if there is no hard surface to check.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Litter
No litterLight litterLitteredBroken glassHeavy litter
ⓘ Guidance
Look around the whole area for rubbish on the ground. Check near bins, benches, and entrances where litter tends to gather. Pay special attention to broken glass which is a safety hazard. Light litter means a few items here and there. Heavy litter means rubbish is spread across the area and needs urgent clearing.
Footpath - Routine
Covers: Footpath. recommended monthly.
SAFETY
Slip Hazards
No slip hazardsWet leavesMoss or algaeMud on surfaceIce or frostMultiple slip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Look for anything that could make surfaces slippery. Check for wet leaves that have built up, green moss or algae growth (especially on paths and steps), mud that has been walked onto hard surfaces, or ice in cold weather. Shaded areas and north-facing surfaces are most likely to have slip hazards.
Trip Hazards
No trip hazardsMinor unevennessRaised tree rootLifted slab or edgeHole or depressionMultiple trip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and across open areas, looking down for anything that could cause someone to trip. Check for tree roots pushing up through the ground, paving slabs that have lifted, holes or dips in the surface, and any objects left on the ground. Think about whether a child running or someone with a pushchair could trip.
FUNCTIONALITY
Path Surfaces
Paths goodMinor wearPath edges overgrownPath erodedPath surface failedN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and check their condition. Look for edges where vegetation is growing over the path and narrowing it, areas where the path surface has washed away or eroded, and sections where the surface has failed completely. Paths should be wide enough for two people to pass. Select N/A if there are no paths.
CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Consider everything you have seen during this inspection. Pick the rating that best describes the overall state of the space. Select Excellent or Good if things look well cared for, Fair if there are minor issues, Poor if several problems need attention, or Critical if urgent action is required.
Surface Condition
Good surfaceMinor wearPotholeCracked surfaceRuttingSurface breaking upN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk across the main surface and look for any damage. Check for potholes (holes in the surface), cracks, rutting (grooves worn into the surface), or areas where the surface is breaking up. Minor wear like light scuffing is normal. Select N/A if there is no hard surface to check.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Litter
No litterLight litterLitteredBroken glassHeavy litter
ⓘ Guidance
Look around the whole area for rubbish on the ground. Check near bins, benches, and entrances where litter tends to gather. Pay special attention to broken glass which is a safety hazard. Light litter means a few items here and there. Heavy litter means rubbish is spread across the area and needs urgent clearing.
Gravel Path - Routine
Covers: Gravel Path. recommended monthly.
SAFETY
Slip Hazards
No slip hazardsWet leavesMoss or algaeMud on surfaceIce or frostMultiple slip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Look for anything that could make surfaces slippery. Check for wet leaves that have built up, green moss or algae growth (especially on paths and steps), mud that has been walked onto hard surfaces, or ice in cold weather. Shaded areas and north-facing surfaces are most likely to have slip hazards.
Trip Hazards
No trip hazardsMinor unevennessRaised tree rootLifted slab or edgeHole or depressionMultiple trip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and across open areas, looking down for anything that could cause someone to trip. Check for tree roots pushing up through the ground, paving slabs that have lifted, holes or dips in the surface, and any objects left on the ground. Think about whether a child running or someone with a pushchair could trip.
FUNCTIONALITY
Path Surfaces
Paths goodMinor wearPath edges overgrownPath erodedPath surface failedN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and check their condition. Look for edges where vegetation is growing over the path and narrowing it, areas where the path surface has washed away or eroded, and sections where the surface has failed completely. Paths should be wide enough for two people to pass. Select N/A if there are no paths.
CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Consider everything you have seen during this inspection. Pick the rating that best describes the overall state of the space. Select Excellent or Good if things look well cared for, Fair if there are minor issues, Poor if several problems need attention, or Critical if urgent action is required.
Surface Condition
Good surfaceMinor wearPotholeCracked surfaceRuttingSurface breaking upN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk across the main surface and look for any damage. Check for potholes (holes in the surface), cracks, rutting (grooves worn into the surface), or areas where the surface is breaking up. Minor wear like light scuffing is normal. Select N/A if there is no hard surface to check.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Litter
No litterLight litterLitteredBroken glassHeavy litter
ⓘ Guidance
Look around the whole area for rubbish on the ground. Check near bins, benches, and entrances where litter tends to gather. Pay special attention to broken glass which is a safety hazard. Light litter means a few items here and there. Heavy litter means rubbish is spread across the area and needs urgent clearing.
Trail Path - Routine
Covers: Trail Path. recommended monthly.
SAFETY
Slip Hazards
No slip hazardsWet leavesMoss or algaeMud on surfaceIce or frostMultiple slip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Look for anything that could make surfaces slippery. Check for wet leaves that have built up, green moss or algae growth (especially on paths and steps), mud that has been walked onto hard surfaces, or ice in cold weather. Shaded areas and north-facing surfaces are most likely to have slip hazards.
Trip Hazards
No trip hazardsMinor unevennessRaised tree rootLifted slab or edgeHole or depressionMultiple trip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and across open areas, looking down for anything that could cause someone to trip. Check for tree roots pushing up through the ground, paving slabs that have lifted, holes or dips in the surface, and any objects left on the ground. Think about whether a child running or someone with a pushchair could trip.
FUNCTIONALITY
Path Surfaces
Paths goodMinor wearPath edges overgrownPath erodedPath surface failedN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and check their condition. Look for edges where vegetation is growing over the path and narrowing it, areas where the path surface has washed away or eroded, and sections where the surface has failed completely. Paths should be wide enough for two people to pass. Select N/A if there are no paths.
CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Consider everything you have seen during this inspection. Pick the rating that best describes the overall state of the space. Select Excellent or Good if things look well cared for, Fair if there are minor issues, Poor if several problems need attention, or Critical if urgent action is required.
Surface Condition
Good surfaceMinor wearPotholeCracked surfaceRuttingSurface breaking upN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk across the main surface and look for any damage. Check for potholes (holes in the surface), cracks, rutting (grooves worn into the surface), or areas where the surface is breaking up. Minor wear like light scuffing is normal. Select N/A if there is no hard surface to check.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Litter
No litterLight litterLitteredBroken glassHeavy litter
ⓘ Guidance
Look around the whole area for rubbish on the ground. Check near bins, benches, and entrances where litter tends to gather. Pay special attention to broken glass which is a safety hazard. Light litter means a few items here and there. Heavy litter means rubbish is spread across the area and needs urgent clearing.
Walking Trail - Routine
Covers: Walking Trail. recommended monthly.
SAFETY
Slip Hazards
No slip hazardsWet leavesMoss or algaeMud on surfaceIce or frostMultiple slip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Look for anything that could make surfaces slippery. Check for wet leaves that have built up, green moss or algae growth (especially on paths and steps), mud that has been walked onto hard surfaces, or ice in cold weather. Shaded areas and north-facing surfaces are most likely to have slip hazards.
Trip Hazards
No trip hazardsMinor unevennessRaised tree rootLifted slab or edgeHole or depressionMultiple trip hazards
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and across open areas, looking down for anything that could cause someone to trip. Check for tree roots pushing up through the ground, paving slabs that have lifted, holes or dips in the surface, and any objects left on the ground. Think about whether a child running or someone with a pushchair could trip.
FUNCTIONALITY
Path Surfaces
Paths goodMinor wearPath edges overgrownPath erodedPath surface failedN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk along the paths and check their condition. Look for edges where vegetation is growing over the path and narrowing it, areas where the path surface has washed away or eroded, and sections where the surface has failed completely. Paths should be wide enough for two people to pass. Select N/A if there are no paths.
CONDITION
Overall Condition
ExcellentGoodFairPoorCritical
ⓘ Guidance
Consider everything you have seen during this inspection. Pick the rating that best describes the overall state of the space. Select Excellent or Good if things look well cared for, Fair if there are minor issues, Poor if several problems need attention, or Critical if urgent action is required.
Surface Condition
Good surfaceMinor wearPotholeCracked surfaceRuttingSurface breaking upN/A
ⓘ Guidance
Walk across the main surface and look for any damage. Check for potholes (holes in the surface), cracks, rutting (grooves worn into the surface), or areas where the surface is breaking up. Minor wear like light scuffing is normal. Select N/A if there is no hard surface to check.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Litter
No litterLight litterLitteredBroken glassHeavy litter
ⓘ Guidance
Look around the whole area for rubbish on the ground. Check near bins, benches, and entrances where litter tends to gather. Pay special attention to broken glass which is a safety hazard. Light litter means a few items here and there. Heavy litter means rubbish is spread across the area and needs urgent clearing.
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