Fire safety checklist
A fire safety checklist covers the fire risks on a construction site: flammable storage, hot work, ignition sources, and the means to respond. Use it to confirm extinguishers, exits, and emergency procedures are in place.
Fire safety checklist
Company: ____________
Site: ____________
Date: ____________
Prevention
| Flammable liquids and gases stored correctly and secured | N/A · Action | |
| Hot work controlled with a permit and fire watch | N/A · Action | |
| Ignition sources kept away from flammables | N/A · Action | |
| Rubbish and combustible waste cleared regularly | N/A · Action | |
| Electrical leads and equipment in good condition | N/A · Action |
Response
| Extinguishers in place, correct type, and in date | N/A · Action | |
| Exits and escape routes clear and signed | N/A · Action | |
| Muster point identified and displayed | N/A · Action | |
| Emergency procedures communicated to the crew | N/A · Action | |
| Emergency contacts displayed | N/A · Action |
Completed by: ____________________
Signature: ____________________
swmspack.com · Free printable checklist. Not legal advice; adapt to your site.
Common questions
▸What type of fire extinguisher for a construction site?
It depends on the fire risk. Dry powder (ABE) extinguishers are common general-purpose units on sites, with CO2 near electrical equipment. Match the extinguisher to the hazards present.
▸Where do fire risks come from on site?
Most commonly hot work, flammable liquid and gas storage, electrical faults, and accumulated combustible waste. Controlling these plus having the means to respond is the core of site fire safety.
Need the SWMS itself, not just a checklist?
A checklist confirms controls are in place; a SWMS is the document the law requires before high risk construction work starts. Generate a site-specific one for your trade.