Building Safety Checklist

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Comprehensive building safety checklist

Instructions: This checklist should be completed monthly by designated personnel. All issues identified must be addressed promptly. Use additional sheets if required.

Inspection details

Field Information
Inspection Date:
Inspector Name:
Inspector Position:
Weather Conditions:
Areas Inspected:

External building inspection

Roof and guttering

Item

Condition

Action Required

Priority

Target Date

Roof covering (tiles, iron, etc.)

 

 

Gutters and downpipes

 

 

Roof flashings and seals

 

 

Chimneys and vents

 

 

Roof access (ladders, walkways)

 

 

Comments:

External walls and structure

Item

Condition

Action Required

Priority

Target Date

Wall cladding and paint

 

 

Windows and frames

 

 

External doors

 

 

Foundation and footings

 

 

Structural elements

 

 

Comments:

External safety features

Item

Condition

Action Required

Priority

Target Date

External lighting

 

 

Pathways and steps

 

 

Handrails and balustrades

 

 

Fencing and gates

 

 

Drainage and stormwater

 

 

Comments:

Internal building inspection

Structural elements

Item

Condition

Action Required

Priority

Target Date

Ceiling structure and linings

 

 

Wall structure and linings

 

 

Floor structure and coverings

 

 

Internal doors and frames

 

 

Stairs and landings

 

 

Comments:

Electrical systems

Item

Condition

Action Required

Priority

Target Date

Main switchboard

 

 

Power points and switches

 

 

Lighting fixtures

 

 

Extension cords and leads

 

 

Emergency lighting

 

 

Test and Tag Status:

Comments:

Plumbing and water systems

Item

Condition

Action Required

Priority

Target Date

Water supply and pressure

 

 

Hot water systems

 

 

Toilets and basins

 

 

Kitchen plumbing

 

 

Drainage systems

 

 

Comments:

Heating, ventilation & air conditioning

Item

Condition

Action Required

Priority

Target Date

Heating systems

 

 

Air conditioning units

 

 

Ventilation systems

 

 

Filters and ducts

 

 

Thermostats and controls

 

 

Last Service Date: Next Service Due:

Comments:

Fire safety systems

Fire detection and alarm

Item

Condition

Last Test

Next Test

Action Required

Smoke detectors

     

Fire alarm panel

     

Manual call points

     

Alarm sounders/strobes

     

Emergency lighting

     

Fire suppression equipment

Item

Location

Condition

Last Service

Next Service

Action Required

Fire extinguishers

 

     
   

     
   

     

Fire hose reels

 

     

Fire blankets

 

     

Evacuation systems

Item

Condition

Action Required

Priority

Target Date

Exit signs and lighting

 

 

Evacuation diagrams

 

 

Exit doors and hardware

 

 

Evacuation routes

 

 

Assembly area signage

 

 

Comments:

Security systems

Access control

Item

Condition

Action Required

Priority

Target Date

Door locks and keys

 

 

Security system

 

 

CCTV system

 

 

External lighting

 

 

Window security

 

 

Comments:

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility features

Item

Condition

Action Required

Priority

Target Date

Wheelchair access ramps

 

 

Accessible toilets

 

 

Accessible parking

 

 

Handrails and grab bars

 

 

Signage and wayfinding

 

 

General safety features

Item

Condition

Action Required

Priority

Target Date

Non-slip surfaces

 

 

Safety signage

 

 

First aid stations

 

 

Safety equipment storage

 

 

Hazard identification

 

Finished?

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