Fire Protection

• Is your local fire department well acquainted with your facilities, its location and specific hazards?
• If you have a fire alarm system, is it certified as required?
• If you have a fire alarm system, is it tested at least annually?
• If you have interior stand pipes and valves, are they inspected regularly?
• If you have outside private fire hydrants, are they flushed at least once a year and on a routine preventive maintenance schedule?
• Are fire doors and shutters in good operating condition?
• Are fire doors and shutters unobstructed and protected against obstructions, including their counterweights?
• Are fire door and shutter fusible links in place?
• Are automatic sprinkler system water control valves, air and water pressure checked weekly/ periodically as required?
• Is the maintenance of automatic sprinkler systems 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?
• Are portable fire extinguishers provided in adequate number and type?
• Are fire extinguishers mounted in readily accessible locations?
• Are fire extinguishers recharged regularly and noted on the inspection tag?
• Are employees periodically instructed in the use of extinguishers and fire protection procedures?

Last reviewed October 2024