- Are fire extinguishers up to date? (Should have a
date stamped less than a year old)
- Are fire extinguishers mounted properly and free
of obstructions? (Should be between 4 and 60” from the floor and nothing within
a 36” radius of the extinguisher)
- Is the hood system inspected and up to date?
(Required to be inspected twice a year – date tag should be less than 6 months
old)
- Are sprinkler head free from obstructions?
(Storage should not be within 18” of the head and nothing hanging from the
head)
- Are fire doors working properly and free from
obstruction? (They are not permitted to be propped open by wedges or any other
temporary device)
- Are rolling fire door/shutters tested annually?
(they are required to be drop tested once a year)
- Do you have an adequate number of fire
extinguishers? (They should be placed so travel distance does not exceed 75
feet or where there is a significant hazardous area to protect such as
kitchens)
- Are exit doors clearly marked, illuminated and
free from obstruction? (They are required to be identified with signs that are
internally or externally illuminated)
- Are all exit doors unlocked?
- Are all exits well lit?
- Are all electrical plates and outlets free from
exposed wiring? (Cover plates are required, no open junction boxes are
permitted)
- Are extension cords used properly? (They are for
temporary purposes and not used as a substitution for permanent wiring)
- Are electrical panels kept clear at least 36” from
storage?
- Are gas cylinders secured to prevent tipping?
- Are hallways and storage spaces free of
accumulated rubbish?
- Is storage kept 24” from the ceiling?
- Is your address properly posted? (2 ½ inch height
minimum)
- Are fire lanes clearly posted and marked?
- Are combustibles kept a safe distance from any
heat source?
Info taken from
http://minotnd.org/fire/Business%20Fire%20Safety%20Checklist.pdf