OCC Fire Extinguisher & H&S Inspection Check

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Is the fire blanket correctly located in its designated place?
Is it unobstructed and visible?
Are operating instructions clear, legible, and facing outwards
Is the container not obviously damaged and that the hand-hold devices (straps) are visible and undamaged
Are tamper indicators broken or missing
Is there a kitchen area?
Is the cooker hood, vent, fan and duct in good condition and free from grease?
Date of Last Cleaning of cooker?
Is there a fire blanket/fire extinguishers in the area incase of an emergency?

Is the 1 x 2KG Powder extinguisher in place?
Does the extinguisher have intact tags?
Is the extinguisher full (check the gauge)?
Is the information sign in place next to or above the extinguisher?
Are offices clean and tidy?
Is there enough room for all office staff to use the area?
Area free from any trip hazards?
Were employees present at time of audit?
Were there 0 issues raised with employees?
Is there an office risk assessment in place?
If portable heaters are used, are they in good condition?
Has electrical appliances been PAT tested? Include dates here of samples inspected.
Were electrical appliances in good condition with no broken plugs, sockets, switches, no frayed or defective leads?
Are electrical sockets being used correctly? E.g. not overloaded or broken.

Is the 1 x 2KG Powder extinguisher in place?
Does the extinguisher have intact tags?
Is the extinguisher full (check the gauge)?
Is the information sign in place next to or above the extinguisher?
Are offices clean and tidy?
Is there enough room for all office staff to use the area?
Area free from any trip hazards?
Were employees present at time of audit?
Were there 0 issues raised with employees?
Is there an office risk assessment in place?
If portable heaters are used, are they in good condition?
Has electrical appliances been PAT tested? Include dates here of samples inspected.
Were electrical appliances in good condition with no broken plugs, sockets, switches, no frayed or defective leads?
Are electrical sockets being used correctly? E.g. not overloaded or broken.

Are fire exits clear?
Are fire doors kept closed and unobstructed?
Is there fire fighting equipment present?
Are there fire wardens on site?
Is there fire evacuation plans/maps/signage on site?
Are sprinkler and fire detection systems used?
Are fire alarm facilities used and in good condition? E.g. signage, fire alarm panel, break glass etc.
Are there any lifts in the premises?
Are stairways and pathways clear of any obstructions, flammable materials or air conditioning fans?
Are hose reels used?
Are hose reels maintained and working correctly with no damage to reels, nozzles, valves or handles?
Are all fire extinguishers in their proper location?
Are all fire extinguisher seals and tags intact and extinguishers serviced in the last 12 months?
Are proper labels on the fire extinguishers to indicate the type of fire the extinguisher can be used on?
Fire extinguishers are in good condition? E.g. no evidence of leaks, corrosion or other defects.
When was the last fire risk assessment held?

Are all exits clearly marked and that exit lights are on?
Are pathways are free from obstructions?
Are the machines, furniture or racking suitably placed so that occupants can quickly and safely evacuate rooms?
Is the exterior ground kept clear of objects that might prevent evacuation or fire-fighting equipment?
Do emergency escape doors open in the path of exit?
Are automatic doors used?
Does automatic doors open in the fire alarm test (if applicable)?
Does all battery powered emergency lighting turn on when mains power is off?
Is there an emergency evacuation procedure in place?
When was the last annual emergency drill taken place?

Is there adequate housekeeping equipment & supplies in place?
Are flammable materials paints, solvents and other flammables stored in metal cabinet: oily rags in metal containers?
No materials or products are stored against the premises?
Suitable pest control used (if required)?
Is there a pest control folder with full details of location of traps etc (if pest control used)?

Are there designated smoking areas in place?
Is there adequate no smoking signage?
Was unauthorised smoking areas free from evidence of smoking?
Are there adequate supply of large non-combustible ashtrays in all approved smoking areas?

Are there any COSHH substances present on site?
Are the COSHH substances in original containers , labelled clearly and stored in a suitable bunded area?
Are spaces between containers clear of debris?
Containers in good condition? E.g. no signs of leaks or spills?
Are containers tightly closed?
Is spill response equipment adequate and accessible?
Is a fire extinguisher in place and clearly visible in an emergency situation?
Are “Hazardous Waste” signs in place and clearly visible, if used on site?
Are there COSHH risk assessments in place?