FIRE SAFETY AUDIT CHECKLIST - Sample

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Annexure IBlock / building Fire safety Audit- check listFIRE SAFETY AUDIT CHECKLISTName of blockname of premises / floor levelIdentification of area within the premisesDate of auditAudit undertaken by (print name)1Fire Safety Has the fire safety inspection been carried outin your block?Is the fire inspection report available in yourdepartment?Have the identified means to reduce or removethe significant hazards been carried out?Is the risk assessment properly reviewed,particularly if the premises or its usesignificantly changed?Can it be demonstrated that maintenance of fireequipments is regularly carried out by facilitymanagement HLL FM?2Fire Prevention — GeneralIs there an effective system for ensuring thatthe quantities and storage of all types offlammable materials are reasonable andproperly controlled? Availability of consumptionrecordStore Room - storage details displayed in frontof the room (separate gauze cotton and spiritstorage point)Is material Safety data sheet (MSDS) for allstore rooms are available (under nursing care,office rooms & Equipment rooms)Are all areas clean and tidy with noinappropriate storage and all combustible wasteproperly placed in designated containers?Is all waste regularly collected and placed in asafe place ready for collection?Are all employees in high risk areas properlyinformed of the particular risks and the meansto control these risks?Page 1 of 5Standard Operating Protocol For Fire-safety JIPMER 2017 Ver 3. Aug 2019

Prior to leaving the premises, are all areasinspected for potential fire and unnecessaryequipment turned off? Closing down inspectionHave all staff received basic fire preventioninstruction?Do staff understand the need to report anypotential fire hazards?If any permit-to-work systems are in place, arethey operated correctly at all times?3Fire Prevention — Electrical iskCommentsIs the entire electrical installation in properworking condition?Have all electrical systems and equipment beeninstalled and tested as per the manufacturer’sinstruction manual and electricity standards?Are records regarding regular (SOM) testing ofinstallation, equipment and portable appliances areup to date at your work place?Is the use of extension box kept to a minimum?All electrical points & wiring including ICU areconcealed/intact & used as per norms providedby Maintaining Agency.Are the electricaloverloading?switchpointsfreeofIs electrical equipment (eg light bulbs/fittingsand any electrical heating appliances) kept wellaway from combustible materials?Is Maintenance/service details of all A/CavailableIs Maintenance/service details of all sers, etc.) available4Fire Prevention — Heating AppliancesAre all heating appliances securely fixed inposition, suitably guarded and with an adequateclear space free of storage of any kind?Is the entire heating installation in workingcondition and serviced properly?Are arrangements for medical oxygen supplylines are properly installed with easilyaccessible location of shut-off valves?5Fire Prevention — Buildings, Plant and MachineryYesNoAre fire dampers tested regularly for correctoperation and results recorded in AHU by HLLFM?Page 2 of 5Standard Operating Protocol For Fire-safety JIPMER 2017 Ver 3. Aug 2019

Are there proper work permit systems to controlwork on new buildings / renovation, repairs anddecoration of premises, such that no firehazards are introduced?Are regular checks undertaken and recorded ofthe condition of all fire safety measures withinthe premises by HLL FM?Are staffs aware about location of oxygenisolation shut off valve at their work premises ineach floorIs the Terrace kept open? If locked, location ofkey should be displayed.6Fire Prevention — Means of EscapeYesNoN/ARiskCommentsNoN/ARiskCommentsAre fire exits of a sufficient number and ofsufficient width to enable the individual presentin any and all areas to evacuate safely?Do all fire exits lead to a place of total safety?Are all fire exits doors easily operable from theinside / free from obstruction?Are floor and stairway surfaces in goodcondition and free from tripping and slippinghazards, particularly including any externalstairs and paths?Are exit doors in good condition?Do all doors on escape routes open in thedirection of travel?Are all escape routes clearly and properlysigned throughout their lengths?Are all escape routes provided with adequatelighting at all times of the day and night?Is adequate emergency lighting provided and isit fully serviceable?Have appropriate provisions been made for thesafety of persons with special needs, such asthe young, old or disabled? Especially likeramps, handrails in the staircase etc.7Fire Prevention — Actions in the Event of FireYesAre there clearly defined written fire action andemergency evacuation procedures, includingprovision for ensuring that everyone is out ofthe building?Are all employees fully aware of theseprocedures and their own particular duties andresponsibilities in the event of an evacuation?Are suitable "Fire Action" notices prominentlydisplayed around the premises?Page 3 of 5Standard Operating Protocol For Fire-safety JIPMER 2017 Ver 3. Aug 2019

Have appropriate fire staff been appointed totake control in the event of a fire and tosummon the fire brigade for all fires, no matterhow small?Have appropriate arrangements been made fordealing with those who are not normally on thepremises such as patient waiting area etc.?Are the fire evacuation assembly areas in safelocations, clear of the building and away fromfire brigade vehicle access and parking?Are emergency evacuation routes andprocedures checked by carrying out drills atleast once per year?8Fire Prevention — Fire Detection and Alarm SystemsYesNoN/ACommentsCan a fire alarm be raised without placinganyone in danger?Is the fire alarm system in full working order?Are there sufficient fire alarm call points locatednear to every exit from each floor and from eachbuilding?Are all alarm call points unobstructed andclearly visible?Are the audible signals from the fire alarmoperated weekly and clearly audible throughoutthe premises?9Fire Prevention — Portable Fire-fighting iskCommentsIs there adequate provision of portable fireextinguishers which are suitable types for thefire risks where they are positioned?Are all portable fire extinguishers suitablylocated, positioned on brackets securely fixedto the wall and available for immediate use —not obstructed or hidden?Is there a Comprehensive list of fireextinguisher, firefighting equipments & alarmsystem available in your blockDate of list provided by maintaining agency &the list updated on (date)10Fire Prevention — Notices and Fire Safety SignsYesAre sufficient appropriate fire safety notices andsigns used throughout the premises?Are all fire safety signs throughout the premisespresent, undamaged and clearly visible?11Fire Prevention — Fire Service Facilities and LiaisonYesPage 4 of 5NoStandard Operating Protocol For Fire-safety JIPMER 2017 Ver 3. Aug 2019

Is there adequate access to Building set backareas are clear to enable fire brigade vehiclesto get close enough for fire-fighting and rescuepurposes?Are all fire hydrants in the vicinity clearlyindicated and accessible?12Action reportAction/ steps taken against the mentioned complaints/ issues (date of letter dispatched regarding the same) –kindly mention to whom the issues were discussed & informed.1.2.Audit undertaken by (departmental coordinatorname) FSDCAudit verified by (HOD signature )Page 5 of 5Standard Operating Protocol For Fire-safety JIPMER 2017 Ver 3. Aug 2019

Block / building Fire safety Audit- check list FIRE SAFETY AUDIT CHECKLIST Name of block name of premises / floor level Identification of area within the premises Date of audit Audit undertaken by (print name) 1 Fire Safety Management Yes No N/A risk Comments Has the fire safety inspection been carried out .