Fire and Life Safety Code Checks

Chemical Safety, Storage & Hazardous Materials

Is it ensured that flammable / combustible liquids are not stored / kept near the exits

YES
NO
N/A

?Is basement storage avoided unless sprinklers are available

YES
NO
N/A

?Is storage within the maximum allowable quantities

YES
NO
N/A

?Compressed gas cylinders secure

YES
NO
N/A

?Are all labels accurate / current

YES
NO
N/A

?Is there a proper separation of incompatible chemicals

YES
NO
N/A

Is all shelving equipped with restraints to stop from products falling

YES
NO
N/A

Does the sash remain closed when the fume hood is unattended

YES
NO
N/A

?Are all compressed gas cylinders secured with chains

YES
NO
N/A

?Are all chemicals properly labelled

YES
NO
N/A

?Are all chemicals dated when first opened

YES
NO
N/A

?Is it ensured that no chemicals are stored in the fume hood

YES
NO
N/A

Construction Features & Fire Resistance

?Fire rated construction present / maintained

YES
NO
N/A

?Rated fire doors operational and not blocked

YES
NO
N/A

Exiting & Egress

?Are exits, aisles and corridors free of obstructions

YES
NO
N/A

?Are there an adequate number of exits

YES
NO
N/A

?Exit signage present and operable

YES
NO
N/A

?Emergency lighting present and operational

YES
NO
N/A

?Are vertical openings of 2 or more stories shall be protected

YES
NO
N/A

?Are vertical openings of 3-5 stories protected with sprinklers

YES
NO
N/A

Electrical

?Electrical hazards recorded

YES
NO
N/A

?Electrical appliances, fixtures and cords in good condition

YES
NO
N/A

?Multiplug adapters available

YES
NO
N/A

Is permanent wiring preferred and extension cords being used only when permanent wiring is not possible

YES
NO
N/A

?Is 36" clearance available for electrical panels

YES
NO
N/A

Is it ensured that there are no GFCI outlets near water sources

YES
NO
N/A

Elevator Machine Room

? Is the elevator room free of storage

YES
NO
N/A

?Are portable fire extinguishers available

YES
NO
N/A

Kitchen Extinguishing & Suppression Systems

?Has the kitchen hood system fuel been shut-off

YES
NO
N/A

? Is the kitchen hood suppression system maintained

YES
NO
N/A

Occupant Load

?Is the occupant load within limits

YES
NO
N/A

Portable Fire Extinguishers

?Are the extinguishers readily accessible and not obstructed

YES
NO
N/A

Is the distance to travel to reach the portable fire extinguishers within limits

YES
NO
N/A

?Are the extinguishers tested/inspected annually

YES
NO
N/A

?Are the extinguishers mounted

YES
NO
N/A

Sprinkler Systems

?Are the controls readily accessible

YES
NO
N/A

?Are a wrench and spare sprinklers available

YES
NO
N/A

Storage

?Is the storage neat and orderly

YES
NO
N/A

Are combustibles prohibited in the mechanical/electrical rooms

YES
NO
N/A

?Is the attic storage prohibited if unprotected

YES
NO
N/A

Is the use of concealed spaces prohibited for storage if unprotected

YES
NO
N/A

? Is the storage maintained

YES
NO
N/A