All properties must be free of fire dangers, and every workplace must conduct a fire risk assessment. The requirements may alter depending on the location, therefore a childcare centre or nursing home may follow different particular guidelines than a warehouse or construction site.

A Must-Follow Fire Safety Checklist for Workspace


If you are an employer, you must complete a fire risk assessment on a regular basis. Implementing the relevant fire safety measures aids in the reduction of any threats discovered in or around the workplace.

This Fire Safety Checklist is a useful tool for ensuring that all necessary procedures are completed to create a safe workplace and to raise the level of fire safety awareness among your staff and customers. Take into note that some sectors employ more thorough Fire Risk Assessment Audits forms.

Alarms for fire and smoke

  • Are a suitable fire detection and alarm system installed?
  • Are there enough alarms per floor/section of the building?
  • Are regular checks performed to ensure that the smoke alarms are in good working order?
  • Do you have a clear system in place for calling fire services if your alarms go off?
  • Are fire alarm systems serviced on a regular basis?

Fire Fighting Equipment

  • Are appropriate fire extinguishers for your business installed in acceptable locations throughout the building?
  • Are employees trained to use Fire Suppression System in the event of a fire?
  • Do you have emergency lighting that is powered by a generator separate from the mains in the event of a power outage?
  • Are all exit doors clearly labelled and always left open?
  • Are the fire escape stairs and passageway accessible?

Systems for Emergency Warning and Evacuation

  • Are the employees, including new hires, trained in emergency procedures?
  • Are all of your personnel properly taught to use fire safety equipment?
  • Is your workforce aware of any changes to the fire safety plan?
  • Are the exit signage and fire door labels properly displayed?
  • Are evacuation plans displayed in easily accessible and visible locations?
  • Are there enough escape routes for disabled employees and customers?
  • Are all of the manual call points/warden intercom systems free of impediments and operational?

Electricals

  • Are your electrical power supply and electrical equipment checked on a regular basis for indicators of defects, damage, or wear and tear?
  • Are damaged electrical wires and outlets immediately replaced?
  • Are there enough socket outlets to prevent circuit overload?

Storage

  • Are dangerous and flammable materials removed from all electrical equipment areas?
  • Are flammable liquids and other chemicals properly stored in a locked and well-ventilated space, with no leaks or spills?
  • Are any empty containers properly disposed of?
  • Are outdoor areas, such as yards and dock areas, clean and free of debris, discarded goods, or other garbage?

Kitchen

  • Are ventilation systems up to date?
  • Is all of the kitchen equipment inspected for flaws or other indicators of wear and tear?
  • Is there a dry chemical fire extinguisher in the kitchen and other cooking rooms, such as a tea room?
  • Is your staff informed of how to use kitchen facilities safely?

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