Fire and Life Safety Code Checks

The Fire and Life Safety Code Checklist can help businesses maintain fire safety standards on their premises by auditing compliance with international safety codes. The inspection includes: chemical safety, storage & hazardous materials, exiting & egress areas, sprinkler systems, elevator machine rooms, portable fire extinguishers, etc.

Fire and Life Safety Code Checks



Chemical Safety, Storage & Hazardous Materials

1. Is it ensured that flammable / combustible liquids are not stored / kept near the exits?


Photo Comment

2. Is basement storage avoided unless sprinklers are available?


Photo Comment

3. Is storage within the maximum allowable quantities?


Photo Comment

4. Compressed gas cylinders secure?


Photo Comment

5. Are all labels accurate / current?


Photo Comment

6. Is there a proper separation of incompatible chemicals?


Photo Comment

7. Is all shelving equipped with restraints to stop from products falling?


Photo Comment

8. Does the sash remain closed when the fume hood is unattended?


Photo Comment

9. Are all compressed gas cylinders secured with chains?


Photo Comment

10. Are all chemicals properly labelled?


Photo Comment

11. Are all chemicals dated when first opened?


Photo Comment

12. Is it ensured that no chemicals are stored in the fume hood?


Photo Comment
Construction Features & Fire Resistance

1. Fire rated construction present / maintained?


Photo Comment

2. Rated fire doors operational and not blocked?


Photo Comment
Exiting & Egress

1. Are exits, aisles and corridors free of obstructions?


Photo Comment

2. Are there an adequate number of exits?


Photo Comment

3. Exit signage present and operable?


Photo Comment

4. Emergency lighting present and operational?


Photo Comment

5. Are vertical openings of 2 or more stories shall be protected?


Photo Comment

6. Are vertical openings of 3-5 stories protected with sprinklers?


Photo Comment
Electrical

1. Electrical hazards recorded?


Photo Comment

2. Electrical appliances, fixtures and cords in good condition?


Photo Comment

3. Multiplug adapters available?


Photo Comment

4. Is permanent wiring preferred and extension cords being used only when permanent wiring is not possible?


Photo Comment

5. Is 36" clearance available for electrical panels?


Photo Comment

6. Is it ensured that there are no GFCI outlets near water sources?


Photo Comment
Elevator Machine Room

1. Is the elevator room free of storage?


Photo Comment

2. Are portable fire extinguishers available?


Photo Comment
Kitchen Extinguishing & Suppression Systems

1. Has the kitchen hood system fuel been shut-off?


Photo Comment

2. Is the kitchen hood suppression system maintained?


Photo Comment
Occupant Load

1. Is the occupant load within limits?


Photo Comment
Portable Fire Extinguishers

1. Are the extinguishers readily accessible and not obstructed?


Photo Comment

2. Is the distance to travel to reach the portable fire extinguishers within limits?


Photo Comment

3. Are the extinguishers tested/inspected annually?


Photo Comment

4. Are the extinguishers mounted?


Photo Comment
Sprinkler Systems

1. Are the controls readily accessible?


Photo Comment

2. Are a wrench and spare sprinklers available?


Photo Comment
Storage

1. Is the storage neat and orderly?


Photo Comment

2. Are combustibles prohibited in the mechanical/electrical rooms?


Photo Comment

3. Is the attic storage prohibited if unprotected?


Photo Comment

4. Is the use of concealed spaces prohibited for storage if unprotected?


Photo Comment

5. Is the storage maintained?


Photo Comment

Is this sample what you are looking for?
Sign up to use & customise this template, or create your own custom checklist:

Checklist by GoAudits.com – Please note that this checklist is intended as an example. We do not guarantee compliance with the laws applicable to your territory or industry. You should seek professional advice to determine how this checklist should be adapted to your workplace or jurisdiction.

Seeing is Believing

Get a live demo customized to your unique needs, or get started with a 14-day FREE trial.