TGI06 - TG Fire Check list 2017

• Document No.

• Audit Title

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

Fire Safety Management

• Has the fire risk assessment been carried out?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the fire risk assessment record available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have the identified means to reduce or remove the significant hazards been carried out?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have the means to control the risk and protection of people in the event of a fire been carried out?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have staff been suitably trained for these measures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is there suitable monitoring of fire safety measures in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Can it be demonstrated that monitoring is regularly carried out?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the risk assessment properly reviewed, particularly if the premises or its use significantly changed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Any other comments

Fire Prevention - General

• Is there an effective system for ensuring that the quantities and storage of all types of flammable materials are reasonable and properly controlled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all areas clean and tidy with no inappropriate storage and all combustible waste properly placed in designated containers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is all waste regularly collected and placed in a safe place ready for collection?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are smoking area properly marked and used?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all employees in high risk areas properly informed of the particular risks and the means to control these risks?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Prior to leaving the premises, are all areas inspected for potential fire and innecessary equipment turned off?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there suitable means to control the risk of arson?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all staff received basic fire prevention instruction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do staff understand the need to report any potential fire hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do staff understand the role of self-closing and other fire resisting doors?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all fire resisting and smoke stop doors closed at night?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• If any permit to work systems are in place are they operated correctly at all times?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention - Electrical Safety

• Is the entire electrical installation in order?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all electrical systems been tested in accordance with 1989 Regulations

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has all remedial work been carried out or the item withdrawn?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are records regarding regular testing of installation and portable equipment up to date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is he use of flexible cable and extension leads kept to a minimum and in short lengths?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the electrical sockets free of evidence of overloading?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is electrical equipment kept away from combustable material?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are staff aware that only trained personnelare authorised to make alterations to electrical systems?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention - Heating & Cooking Appliances

• Are all heating appliances securely fixed in position with adequate clear space?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the entire heating installation in good order?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all cooking appliances securely fixed in position and used for their intended purpose?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are arrangements for liquids or gaseous fuel supplies easily accessible with well marked shut off valves?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are appropriately qualified and registered conmtractors usedto carry out installations and maintenance of fuel supply eqiupment?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are staff aware that only trained personnelare authorised to make alterations to fuel fired equipment and supply systems?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention - Buildings, Plant & Machinery

• Are all fire or smoke barriers in good condition with any openings for ducting properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire dampers tested regularly for correct operation and results recorded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there procedures in place to control work on new buildings and/or alterations, repairs and decoration such that no ifre zards are introduced?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are regular checks undertaken and recorded of the condition of all fire safety measures?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention - Means of escape

• Are their enough fire exits present to evacuate safely?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all fire exits lead to a place of safety?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all fire exits readily available?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all fire exits and intermediate doors operable without the use of a key?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all corridors, gangways and stairways forming parts of the escape routes free from obstruction?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are floors and stairways surfaces in good condition and free from trippng and slipping hazards?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fire-resisting and smoke-stop doors in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all doors on escape routes open in the direction of travel?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all escape routes provided with adequate lighting at all times of the day?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all escape routes clearly signed, with internal doors not forming part of a route clearly labelled as such?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is adequate emergency lighting provided and is fully servicable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have appropriate provisions been made for safety of person with special needs?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention - Actions in the Event of Fire

• Is there a fire action and emergency evacuation procedure in place?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all employees aware of these procudures and their own duties?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are suitable "Fire Action" notices displayed around the premises?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have appropriate staff been appointed to take control in the event of a fire?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there sifficient fire wardens available for all working hours?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have appropriate measures been made dealing with those who are not normally on the premises?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the fire evacuation assembly areas in safe locations?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are alternative evactuation areas available in the event that the nominated one is not?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency evacuation procedures tested and drilled at least once per year?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention - Fire Detection & Alarm Systems

• Can a fire alarm be raised without placing anyone in danger?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the fire alarm system in full working order?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there sufficient fire alarm call points located near every exit from each floor and building?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all alarm points unobstructed and visible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the audible signals from fire alarms audible and tested weekly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention - Portable Fire-fighting equipment

• Is there adequate provision of extinguishers which are suitable for the risks where they are positioned?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all extinguishers and blankets located, poitioned securely for immediate use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the location of extinguishers and blankets clearly visible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention - Notices & Fire safety signs

• Are sufficient safety notices and signs used throughout the premises

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all safety signs undamged and clearly visible?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do all Panic bar fire exits have a "Push to open" sign?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention - Fire Service Facilities & Liason

• Is there adequate access to the site and buildings to enable fire brigade to get close enough for rescue purposes?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all fire hydrants in the vicinity clearly indicated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the fire brigade familiar with the premises & any particular hazards related to the premises?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Fire Prevention - Testing, maintenance & Records

• Are fire detection & alarm tests carried out and recorded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are emergency lighting systems tested, maintained and recorded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the extinguishers tested, maintained and recorded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all automatic closing doors tested, maintained and recorded?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are their suitable records of the regular fire safety maintenance tests?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there suitable records of the fire evacuation drills?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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