Office Safety Checklist

A printable walk-through checklist for offices: fire equipment, exits, electrical safety and first aid.

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.

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.