Safety Checklist For Commercial Properties

Exterior

• Address visible on occupancy including rear doors
• FD Connection Clear and Visible
• Gas Meter Crash Protection
• Knox Box Present with Correct Keys
• Electric Service Accessible
• Fire Hydrant Clear and Accessible
• Portable Tanks Secure and Capped
• Flammable Liquids Properly Stored

Interior

• Proper Use of Extension Cords
• Portable Tanks Secure and Capped 
• Flammable Liquids Properly Stored
• Electrical Breaker Panel Unobstructed
• No Storage in Mechanical Rooms

 Fire Alarm System

• Fire Alarm Control Panel 
• Audible Alarm
• All Devices In Service (No Trouble Signals) 
• System Annually Serviced by a Licensed Service Technician 
• System Diagram Available 

Fire Sprinkler System

• Sprinkler Head Clearance 
• Alarm Valves (Tamper Switch or Locked Open) Emergency Exit Hardware Functioning Properly
• Exit Pathways Clear and Appropriate Width
• Emergency Evacuation Plan Posted (If Required) 
• Shutoff Valves Open (Tamper Switch or Locked Open) 
• FD Connection 
• Annual Test and Inspection by a Licensed Service Technician 
• Extra Heads / Wrench 
• Monitored 
• System Diagram Available

Kitchen Equipment & Suppression Systems

• Hood and Ducts Cleaned and Tagged every 6 Months 
• Hood and Duct Suppression System Serviced by a Licensed Service Technician every 6 Months 
• Appliances in Correct Location 
• K Class Extinguisher, Location, Annual Service.

Fire Extinguishers

• Adequate and Appropriate Extinguishers in Correct Locations 
• Easily Accessible 
• Annual Service by a Licensed Service Technician

Administrative

• Use Permit Posted and in Good Order 
• Check Occupant Emergency Contact Phone Numbers

 Exits

• Exits Free from Obstructions
• Exit Signs Operating on both Building Power and Battery Backup
• Emergency Lights Operate on Battery Power
• Fire Escapes Properly Maintained
• Exit Doors Functioning Properly