INSPECTION CHECKLIST Date of Inspection: Location/Address: Weather Condition: Inspector: AFTER COMPLETING YOUR INSPECTION, TRANSFER YOUR CONCERNS/OBSERVATIONS TO THIS AREA Facility: Name: Staff Contact: Telephone Number: Date Inspected: Time: FIRE ALARM SYSTEM Is there a monitoried Fire Alarm System (Central Station)? If No, provide Details Type and Location of Panel Is a Remote Annunciator Present? If Yes, note location(s) Is the power light on? Are any trouble or supervisory lights illuminated on panel? If Yes, note device, location and reason Are the batteries tested and in good working condition? Is there an intercom or P/A system as part of the fire alarm system? Are there pull stations located at all exits? Are there heat detectors present in the building? Are there smoke detectors present in the building? Are there any battery operated detectors present in the building? If Yes, note the last date the batteries were replaced Are there horns, strobes or bells in the building? Are there Carbon Monoxide detectors present? Are there Carbon Dioxide detectors present?
FIRE ALARM TESTING Is the fire alarm system tested annually as per CAN ULC S524? Is the fire alarm system tested monthly as per CAN ULC S524? Check Status of Primary and Remote Trouble Signals (lights) on Panel Status of Primary Power Signal (light) on Panel Test one Field Device or Pull Station (Rotational Basis) One Alarm Signal Tested (Rotational Basis) Annuciator Tested for Activation of Devices Operation of Audible abd Visual Devices Batteries are clean and Terminal Clamps are secure? Provide the last date of inspection and by whom: Is the inspection certificate present? AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS Is there a monitored sprinkler system present? If No, describe What percentage of the building has sprinkler protection % What type of sprinkler system in present: WET DRY PREACTION OTHER Is there adequate heat provided in the building? Is there adequate heat provided in the sprinkler valve room? Are all sprinkler valves and devices accessible > 3' cleareance? Are all sprinkler control valves in the open position and supervised?
Is the sprinkler system pressurized Note pressure on the gauges: Supply Gauge System Gauge Are Main Drain Tests completed and inspection tags present? Are there water flow switches present and tested? Are there pressure switches present? Is there a spare head cabinet, extra sprinkler heads and a wrench present? Is there a Fire Department connection present? Is the Fire Department connection accessible and visible? Does the Fire Department connection have its caps in place? Is the water motor gong functioning and clear of exteral obstructions? Are there any sprinkler heads in excess of 50 years old? If Yes, has testing of the sprinkler heads been completed? Are there any obstructed sprinkler heads installed? Are there any sprinkler heads less then 18" above storage? Are there sprinkler heads installed under all obstructions greater then 4'? Is there any evidence of sprinkler piping leaks? If Yes, note location Does the piping show signs of corrosion? If Yes, note location Are there any painted sprinkler heads present? If Yes, note location
Is the sprinkler system tested annually? If Yes, by whom and provide the date of the last inspection Is the inspection certificate present? FIRE PUMPS Note Type: Electric Diesel Provide Rating in: GPM & PSI Is the fire pump load tested monthly? Is the fire pump serviced and flow tested annually? Provide the date of the last testing and inspection Is the test header present; note location and number of valves Is adequate heat provided for the fire pump and equipment? WATER SUPPLY Is the fire protection water supply provided by the Municipality? If No, provide details Provide the size of incoming water supply line Is there a fire hydrant located within 150' of the fire department connection? Are there any private fire hydrants located on the property Are the private hydrants tested annually? Provide the date of the last inspection: FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Confirm the type of extinguishers: ABC CO2 CLASS K WATER Are all fire extinguishers accessible and properly mounted?
Are fire extinguishers present near all exits and hazardous locations? Are up to date inspection tags present? Are the fire extinguishers checked monthly and tags signed? Provide the date of the last annual inspection: EMERGENCY LIGHTING Are all emergency lighting units checked monthly? Are all emergency lighting units tested annually? Are all emergency lighting units visible and unobstructed? Are there an adequate number of emergency lighting units? EXIT SIGNS Are all exits illuminated? Are exit signs inspected annually? Are the required exit signs available for all exits? Are exit signs pointing in the appropriate direction? STANDPIPE SYSTEMS Is the standpipe system monitored? Class of standpipe system: Class I II III Control Valves Supervised / Sealed Are flow switches present and tested? Is the system pressurized? System Pressure Verified at highest cabinet / rack Gauge Pressure Condition of Hoses & Length 75' 100' Are all hoses properly mounted?
Are all hoses re-racked? Are fire hose nozzles present? Is the valve wrench present? Are all fire hose cabinets and hose stations accessible? KITCHEN SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS Type of Systems: WC DC Other: Inspected semi-annually and links changed? Is the manual release button accessible? Is the cooking hood clean and free of grease build up? Is the grill and fryer clean and free of grease build up? Is a Class K extinguisher present? Is the ductwork clean and inspected? Is there 18" of clearance between the cooking operations and combustible materials? CLEAN AGENT SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS Type of System: CO2 FM-200 Novek Inergen Other: Note the location and area protected: Is the system Systems Monitored? Note the Number of: Cylinders / Tanks & Nozzles Are reserve cylinders present? Is the system tested semi annually? Date of last inspection: Are the cylinders tanks & manual release button accessible?
Is a discharge warning sign present? Are activation strobes / lights present and unobstructed? Are renetrations in walls/ floors/ ceiling well patched? Note Detection Media: Smoke Heat IR Rate of Rise Other: SECURITY SYSTEMS Security Systems Monitored? Motion detectors free of obstructions? Door & window contacts in place? Surveillence Cameras? Are there security cameras in place? Provide number of units: Is the data from cameras retained? If Yes note duration: Are any cameras obstructed? Are any cameras out of service? Adequate lighting provided for cameras? Are any fake cameras present on the premises? Is there surveillence camera signage placed around the building? HEALTH & SAFETY Health and Safety Committee Meetings? First Aid Kits Present? Eye Wash Stations are unobstructed? Fire Blankets are available and unobstructed? Portable Defibrillator unobstructed? Staff trained on useage?
Staff trained in CPR? Are Fire Drills Completed? Staff trained on WHMIS, MSDS, Health & Safety? Is Abestos present in the building? Are locations with abestos checked for disturbance or damage? While the Frank Cowan Company does its best to provide useful general information and guidance on matters of interest to its clients, statutes, regulations and the common law continually change and evolve, vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, and are subject to differing interpretations and opinions. The information provided by the Frank Cowan Company is not intended to replace legal or other professional advice or services. The information provided by the Frank Cowan Company herein is provided as is and without any warranty, either express or implied, as to its fitness, quality, accuracy, applicability or timeliness. Before taking any action, consult an appropriate professional and satisfy yourself about the fitness, accuracy, applicability or timeliness of any information or opinions contained herein. The Frank Cowan Company assumes no liability whatsoever for any errors or omissions associated with the information provided herein and furthermore assumes no liability for any decision or action taken in reliance on the information contained in these materials or for any damages, losses, costs or expenses in a way connected to it.