Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness Audit - Care Homes
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- Q1: Is there a current fire safety policy aligned with fire safety legislation and care home best practice?
- Q2: Has a fire risk assessment been completed by a competent person and reviewed at least annually or after changes?
- Q3: Are fire exits clearly marked, free from obstruction, and checked regularly?
- Q4: Are personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs) completed and reviewed for each resident based on their mobility and cognitive needs?
- Q5: Are fire drills conducted at regular intervals and involve day, night, and agency staff where possible?
- Q6: Are fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, and fire-fighting equipment tested and maintained on a documented schedule?
- Q7: Are staff trained in fire safety, including evacuation procedures, use of extinguishers, and raising the alarm?
- Q8: Is training refreshed regularly and during induction for all new staff and agency workers?
- Q9: Is there a fire logbook or digital record that includes maintenance, drills, incidents, and servicing?
- Q10: Are fire doors fitted with closers, not wedged open, and inspected routinely for effectiveness?
- Q11: Is the building fitted with suitable smoke detectors, sprinkler systems, or suppression devices where required?
- Q12: Are staff aware of their roles during an evacuation, including who leads, checks rooms, and supports vulnerable residents?
- Q13: Is there a documented contingency plan for relocation or shelter in the event of a prolonged evacuation?
- Q14: Are residents and visitors informed of what to do in the event of a fire?
- Q15: Are oxygen cylinders and medical gases stored and managed in accordance with fire safety standards?
- Q16: Are kitchen areas fitted with appropriate fire suppression or fire-rated doors where needed?
- Q17: Are escape routes lit and accessible to those with mobility impairments or using equipment such as wheelchairs?
- Q18: Are flammable items (e.g., aerosols, cleaning chemicals, papers) stored safely and in compliance with COSHH?
- Q19: Are contractors or visitors informed of fire procedures and signed in with their presence tracked?
- Q20: Are any fire incidents or false alarms recorded and used to improve systems or prevent recurrence?
- Q21: Is fire safety discussed in team meetings, supervisions, and governance forums?
- Q22: Is learning from fire drills shared with staff and used to improve readiness?
- Q23: Is the fire evacuation procedure clearly displayed and understood by all shifts?
- Q24: Are fire safety issues raised in audits or inspections resolved in a timely and documented manner?
- Q25: Is there evidence of leadership oversight of fire safety readiness and compliance?