LSFD Building Self-Inspection Form

Are parking areas, walkways, stairs, driveways, etc. free from conditions that may cause slipping or falling?

Is exterior lighting adequate in all areas?

Are all exterior stairs provided with handrails which are in good condition?

Are exterior fire escapes in good condition?

Is exterior storage of trash and rubbish at least 25 feet away from the building?

Are all exit doors properly marked?

Are all exit doors easily accessible?

Do all exit doors open outward?

Are all exit doors equipped with panic hardware?

Are all doors easily opened, and closed?

Are all doorways and areas adjacent to them free of obstructions?

Are full length, clear glass doors and windows properly identified?

Do all interior stairs have anti-slip treads?

Are stairway and exit doors kept closed at all times?

Do all interior stairways have properly secured handrails?

Are interior stairways kept free of storage and obstructions at all times?

Are interior stairways kept lighted?

Is the emergency lighting system tested on a monthly basis?

Is the emergency power generator tested on a weekly basis?

Has heating equipment been thoroughly inspected by a qualified service man within the past year?

Is heating equipment (including flues and pipes) properly insulated from combustible materials?

Are heating and air conditioning equipment rooms free of storage?

Are heating and air conditioning rooms restricted areas?

Is air conditioning equipment cleaned and serviced annually?

Has the electrical system been inspected within the past five years by a certified electrician or electrical inspector?

Are electrical panels always kept closed?

Are electrical panels always kept clear of storage and obstructions?

Is circuitry adequate to handle load demand? (not requiring frequent fuse replacement, or circuit breaker resetting)

Was electrical system installed by a competent electrician?

Are all electrical appliances properly grounded and cleaned?

Are electric motors adequately ventilated to prevent overheating and are they cleaned regularly?

Are proper size electrical cords used and are they in good condition?

Is all commercial cooking equipment protected as recommend by NFPA #96?

Is hood and duct exhaust system installed accordingly to NFPA #96 guidelines?

Are grease filters U.L. listed for grease extraction and installed according to NFPA #96?

Are the hood and duct system cleaned at least on a semi-annual basis?

Are the kitchen appliances protected by an automatic fire extinguishing system?

Is the fire extinguishing system serviced and inspected at least on a semi-annual basis?

Are storage and supply rooms kept clean and orderly?

Are trash and rubbish stored in metal containers?

Are all flammable items (paint, lacquer, paint thinner, etc.) kept in safety containers and stored in approved metal cabinets?

Is ready disposal of combustible wastes provided?

Are areas used for public meetings or other functions always thoroughly checked before securing?

Are rags, cloths, etc. used in cleaning stored in an approved, self-closing metal container?

Are all the fire extinguishers tagged, serviced and inspected annually?

Are all fire extinguishers tagged with latest service record and inspection date?

Are fire extinguishers located within 75 feet from any point on each floor?

Are extinguishers properly protected from damage and freezing?

Is building protected with smoke/heat detection system?

Is the heat/smoke detection system tested and inspected on a monthly basis?

Is there a two inch drain test performed on the sprinkler system on a quarterly basis?