Fire Safety Checklist Generator

Pick your type of premises and get a printable fire safety checklist to walk through with your team.

Office — Checklist

Fire extinguishers

Extinguishers are easy to see and reach, with nothing stored in front of them.
Each extinguisher suits the risks in the area where it is placed.
Pressure gauges read in the normal range and safety pins and seals are intact.
Service or refill dates are current and recorded.
Staff know where the extinguishers are and have been shown how to use one.

Escape routes and exits

Corridors, stairways and exit doors are clear and never locked or blocked during working hours.
Exit signs are visible from every part of the floor.
Emergency lighting works when mains power is cut.
An assembly point is agreed and everyone knows it.

Detection and alarm

Smoke or heat detectors are installed where appropriate and tested regularly.
The alarm can be heard everywhere in the premises.
Manual call points are unobstructed.

Electrical safety

Extension leads and multi-plugs are not overloaded or daisy-chained.
Damaged cables, plugs and sockets are taken out of use.
Server and electrical rooms are kept free of stored paper and boxes.
Equipment is switched off at the end of the day where practical.

First aid and preparedness

A stocked first aid box is available and its location is known.
Emergency numbers are displayed.
An evacuation drill has been carried out and recorded.

Restaurant / kitchen — Checklist

Kitchen and cooking

A fire blanket is mounted within reach of the cooking line, away from where flames would block it.
Extinguishing equipment suited to cooking-oil fires is available in the kitchen.
Hoods, filters and ducts are cleaned of grease on a schedule.
Cooking is never left unattended, and oil is never overheated.
Staff know never to use water on burning oil.

Gas

Gas cylinders are stored upright in a ventilated place, away from heat.
Hoses and regulators are checked for wear and leaks and replaced when due.
Staff know how to shut off the gas supply.
A gas leak detector is fitted where appropriate.

Fire extinguishers

Extinguishers are easy to see and reach, with nothing stored in front of them.
Each extinguisher suits the risks in the area where it is placed.
Pressure gauges read in the normal range and safety pins and seals are intact.
Service or refill dates are current and recorded.
Staff know where the extinguishers are and have been shown how to use one.

Escape routes and exits

Corridors, stairways and exit doors are clear and never locked or blocked during working hours.
Exit signs are visible from every part of the floor.
Emergency lighting works when mains power is cut.
An assembly point is agreed and everyone knows it.

Detection and alarm

Smoke or heat detectors are installed where appropriate and tested regularly.
The alarm can be heard everywhere in the premises.
Manual call points are unobstructed.

First aid

A first aid box with burn dressings is stocked and accessible.
Emergency numbers are displayed in the kitchen.

Factory / warehouse — Checklist

Fire extinguishers

Extinguishers are easy to see and reach, with nothing stored in front of them.
Each extinguisher suits the risks in the area where it is placed.
Pressure gauges read in the normal range and safety pins and seals are intact.
Service or refill dates are current and recorded.
Staff know where the extinguishers are and have been shown how to use one.

Escape routes and exits

Corridors, stairways and exit doors are clear and never locked or blocked during working hours.
Exit signs are visible from every part of the floor.
Emergency lighting works when mains power is cut.
An assembly point is agreed and everyone knows it.

Detection and alarm

Smoke or heat detectors are installed where appropriate and tested regularly.
The alarm can be heard everywhere in the premises.
Manual call points are unobstructed.

Storage and housekeeping

Flammable liquids and gases are stored separately, labelled, and away from ignition sources.
Aisles are kept clear and stock is not stacked against exits, panels or fire equipment.
Waste, offcuts and packaging are removed regularly.

Electrical and machinery

Electrical panels are closed, labelled and kept clear.
Machine guards are in place and emergency stops work.
Hot work (welding, cutting) is controlled and supervised.

Personal protective equipment

Workers have the PPE their task requires — helmets, gloves, eye, ear and foot protection.
PPE is in good condition and replaced when damaged.
Workers have been shown how to wear and care for it.

Emergency readiness

Fire hose reels and hydrant points are accessible and checked.
First aid boxes are stocked on every floor or section.
Evacuation drills are held and recorded, including night shifts.
Warning signs mark hazards, exits and equipment.

Home — Checklist

Kitchen

A fire blanket or small extinguisher is kept near the kitchen exit.
The gas hose and regulator are in good condition; the cylinder valve is closed when not in use.
Cooking is not left unattended.

Around the home

A smoke detector is fitted outside bedrooms and tested monthly.
Multi-plugs are not overloaded; damaged cables are replaced.
Matches, lighters and mosquito coils are kept away from curtains and bedding.
Everyone knows two ways out and where to meet outside.
Emergency numbers are saved on every phone.

This tool gives general guidance to help you get started. It is not an official or regulatory assessment and does not replace advice from a qualified fire safety professional or the requirements of the Bangladesh Fire Service and Civil Defence, your building authority or your insurer.