Fire Protection Audit Checklist (SALYM <salym@alpha-solution.com>  Alpha Solution France)

Fire Alarm System
- Is the F.A.S certified?
- Is the F.A.S tested regularly?


Automatic Fire Sprinkler System (AFSS)
- Are the inside stand pipes and valves inspected regularly?
- Are the outside private fire hydrants flushed on a routine preventive maintenance schedule at least once a year?
- Are AFSS water control valves, and air and water pressure checked weekly/periodically as required?
- Is the maintenance of AFSS assigned to responsible persons or to a sprinkler contractor?
- Are sprinkler heads protected by metal guards when exposed to physical damage?
- Is proper clearance maintained below sprinkler heads?


Extinguishers
- Are portable fire extinguishers provided in adequate number and type?
- Are fire extinguishers mounted in readily accessible locations?
- Fire extinguishers have current inspection tags?
- Are fire extinguishers recharged regularly and noted on the inspection tag?
- Are employees periodically instructed in the use of extinguishers and fire protection procedures?


Doors/Exit
- Are fire doors not blocked open?
- Are fire doors and shutters in good operating condition?
- Are fire doors and shutters unobstructed and protected against obstructions, including their counterweights?
- Are fire doors and shutter fusible links in place?
- Are exits not obstructed and kept unlocked during normal business hours or special events?
- Are exits properly marked, exit signs illuminated?


Plan/Documentation
- Good housekeeping practiced - excess paper, computer cartons, and trash removed
- Office has current emergency action plan - occupants trained upon initial hire and as necessary thereafter
- Is your local fire department well acquainted with your facilities, its location and specific hazards?
- Electric space heaters only as approved by Facilities Engineering