Fire Safety - Patient Areas Checklist
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General Fire Safety Overview
Initial assessment of the area's fire safety status and compliance.
Last Fire Safety Inspection Date
Patient Area Square Footage
Area Occupancy Type (e.g., ICU, General Ward)
Brief Description of Patient Area Layout and Potential Fire Hazards
Presence of Oxygen/Medical Gases in Use?
Name of Person Responsible for Fire Safety in this Area
Current Fire Risk Rating (based on facility assessment)
Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
Verification of functionality and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems specific to patient areas.
Alarm System Test Frequency (Months)
Last Alarm System Test Result
Date of Last Alarm System Inspection
Description of Any Alarm System Deficiencies Found (and corrective actions taken)
Smoke Detectors Functionality
Heat Detectors Functionality (if applicable)
Number of Smoke Detectors Tested and Functioning
Notes on Audible Alarm Levels & Clarity
Fire Suppression Systems
Checks related to fire suppression systems (sprinklers, extinguishers) in and around patient areas.
Sprinkler Head Coverage Condition (Visual Inspection Rating 1-5, 5=Excellent)
Sprinkler System Test Date (Last Flow Test)
Number of Fire Extinguishers Present
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Status (Last Inspection)
Date of Last Fire Extinguisher Inspection
Fire Blanket Condition
Any Observed Deficiencies or Notes Regarding Fire Suppression Systems
Emergency Egress & Exit Routes
Assessment of clear and accessible exit routes, signage, and emergency lighting within patient areas.
Are Exit Doors Easily Openable?
Are Exit Signs Visible and Functional?
Emergency Lighting Functioning Correctly?
Number of Clear Exit Route Width (in feet/meters)
Observed Obstructions (if any)
Are Exit Route Maps Present & Up-to-Date?
Are Exit Doors Propped Open?
Any other relevant observations about exit routes?
Means of Escape - Obstructions
Focuses on ensuring pathways and exits are free from obstructions.
Are exit routes clear of obstructions?
If obstructions are present, describe them:
Width of the narrowest exit passage (in inches):
Are exit signs visible and unobstructed?
Are emergency lighting fixtures functional and providing adequate illumination?
Note any issues with exit signage or emergency lighting:
Upload photos of any obstructions or concerns:
Fire Safety Equipment - Accessibility & Condition
Verification of fire extinguishers, fire blankets, and other safety equipment are accessible, visible, and in good working order.
Fire Extinguisher Quantity - Verified
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Tags (Current & Valid?)
Fire Blankets Present?
Fire Blankets - Condition (Clean, Unobstructed?)
Emergency Lighting - Functioning Properly?
Comments/Details (e.g., specific extinguisher issues)
Photo Evidence (e.g., extinguisher labels)
Hose Reel Cabinet - Accessible & Unobstructed?
Patient & Staff Training & Awareness
Confirmation of appropriate fire safety training and awareness programs for patients, staff, and visitors.
Frequency of Fire Safety Drills (per year)
Type of Fire Safety Training Provided to Staff
Last Fire Safety Training Session for Staff
Which fire safety topics are covered in training?
Summary of Patient Fire Safety Information Provided
Method of communicating fire safety information to patients
Housekeeping & Storage
Evaluation of housekeeping practices and storage procedures to minimize fire hazards.
Are flammable materials stored in approved containers?
Distance of flammable materials from heat sources (in feet/meters, specify unit in notes)
Which of the following housekeeping practices are in place?
Description of linen storage methods.
Any observations regarding the general tidiness and organization of the patient area regarding fire safety. Include any potential hazards noticed.
Is storage height compliant with fire safety guidelines?
Date of last housekeeping review related to fire safety.
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