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Facility Management Health & Safety

A ready-to-use checklist with 67 items in 6 sections, covering Life Safety & Fire Prevention, Occupational Health & Hygiene, Hazardous Materials & Waste, Physical Plant & Mechanical Safety, Exterior & Grounds Safety, Staff & Contractor Compliance. Use it as-is in Bindy, or adapt it to your own standards in minutes.

  • 6 Sections
  • 67 Items
  • 60 Yes / No checks
  • 6 Scored ratings
  • 1815 Points

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1. Life Safety & Fire Prevention 11 items

  1. Are all fire extinguishers charged, tagged, and unobstructed? Yes / No 30 pts
  2. Are emergency exit doors functional and free of padlocks/chains? Yes / No 50 pts
  3. Is the fire alarm panel "Green" (Normal) with no active trouble/fault lights? Yes / No 40 pts
  4. Are emergency lighting and "Exit" signs illuminated and tested? Yes / No 25 pts
  5. Is a 36-inch clearance maintained around all electrical panels? Yes / No 30 pts
  6. Are fire sprinklers free of hanging items and at least 18" from storage? Yes / No 20 pts
  7. Is the kitchen fire suppression (Ansul) within its 6-month service? Yes / No 35 pts
  8. Are smoke and heat detectors clean and free of dust/paint? Yes / No 15 pts
  9. Is the building evacuation map posted in every main elevator lobby? Yes / No 15 pts
  10. Are fire doors kept closed (not propped open with wedges)? Yes / No 25 pts
  11. Life Safety Rating: Rating
    • Fully Compliant 40 pts
    • Minor Deficiency 20 pts
    • Immediate Hazard 0 pts

2. Occupational Health & Hygiene 11 items

  1. Is the potable water system tested for Legionella per local code? Yes / No 40 pts
  2. Are restroom facilities cleaned, stocked, and sanitized daily? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Is the HVAC filtration system (MERV rating) within its service date? Yes / No 30 pts
  4. Are hand-wash stations equipped with hot water, soap, and towels? Yes / No 20 pts
  5. Is the facility free of visible mold, mildew, or water intrusion? Yes / No 35 pts
  6. Are indoor air quality (CO2/Humidity) levels within comfort ranges? Yes / No 15 pts
  7. Is there zero evidence of pest infestation (rodents/insects)? Yes / No 40 pts
  8. Are janitorial chemicals stored in a locked room with SDS access? Yes / No 25 pts
  9. Are ergonomic assessments available for workstations/offices? Yes / No 10 pts
  10. Is the "Quiet Room" or break area clean and well-ventilated? Yes / No 10 pts
  11. Hygiene Standard: Rating
    • Healthy Environment 30 pts
    • Average 15 pts
    • Unsanitary 0 pts

3. Hazardous Materials & Waste 11 items

  1. Is the Asbestos Management Plan (AMP) current and on-site? Yes / No 45 pts
  2. Are universal waste items (batteries/bulbs) stored in labeled bins? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Are flammable liquids stored in an approved, vented yellow cabinet? Yes / No 35 pts
  4. Is the hazardous waste manifest log signed for the last 12 months? Yes / No 30 pts
  5. Are secondary containment trays used for all liquid chemical drums? Yes / No 30 pts
  6. Is the "Chemical Spill Kit" accessible and fully stocked? Yes / No 25 pts
  7. Are oxygen/gas cylinders secured in an upright position with chains? Yes / No 25 pts
  8. Is the external trash compactor/dumpster area clean and locked? Yes / No 15 pts
  9. Are "No Smoking" signs posted near fuel or chemical storage? Yes / No 15 pts
  10. Is the Lead-Based Paint registry available for older facilities? Yes / No 20 pts
  11. HazMat Compliance: Rating
    • Secured 30 pts
    • Log Lapse 15 pts
    • High Liability 0 pts

4. Physical Plant & Mechanical Safety 11 items

  1. Are moving parts of pumps/motors protected by safety guards? Yes / No 35 pts
  2. Is the Boiler/Pressure Vessel operating license current and posted? Yes / No 40 pts
  3. Is a Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) station available for maintenance? Yes / No 40 pts
  4. Are cooling tower walkways and ladders secure and rust-free? Yes / No 25 pts
  5. Is the generator fuel level above 75% with no visible leaks? Yes / No 30 pts
  6. Are all catwalks and platforms equipped with standard toe-boards? Yes / No 20 pts
  7. Is the elevator "Certificate of Operation" current and displayed? Yes / No 25 pts
  8. Are pipe labels (Contents/Direction) visible in the mechanical room? Yes / No 15 pts
  9. Is the workshop floor free of grease, oil, and trip hazards? Yes / No 20 pts
  10. Are high-voltage areas (substations) locked and restricted? Yes / No 50 pts
  11. Mechanical Safety: Rating
    • Reliable 35 pts
    • Minor Repairs 17 pts
    • Unsafe Plant 0 pts

5. Exterior & Grounds Safety 11 items

  1. Are parking lot lights functional with no "dark spots"? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Is the sidewalk free of large cracks or "lip" hazards (>1/4 inch)? Yes / No 25 pts
  3. Are storm drains clear of leaves, debris, and standing water? Yes / No 15 pts
  4. Are "Wet Floor" signs and salt/ice melt available for entryways? Yes / No 20 pts
  5. Is the roof access hatch locked and restricted to authorized staff? Yes / No 35 pts
  6. Are roof parapets or fall-arrest anchors inspected/certified? Yes / No 40 pts
  7. Is the exterior perimeter fence intact with no signs of breach? Yes / No 25 pts
  8. Are trees and shrubs trimmed to allow clear line-of-sight for CCTV? Yes / No 15 pts
  9. Is the loading dock area free of debris and properly lit? Yes / No 20 pts
  10. Are handicap parking signs and markings clear and compliant? Yes / No 30 pts
  11. Grounds Status: Rating
    • Well Maintained 25 pts
    • Fair 12 pts
    • Hazard Present 0 pts

6. Staff & Contractor Compliance 12 items

  1. Did all contractors sign in and receive a safety induction? Yes / No 30 pts
  2. Is a valid First Aid kit present in the FM office/workshop? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Are staff using appropriate PPE (Hard hats, gloves, safety glass)? Yes / No 35 pts
  4. Is the "Work at Height" permit log signed for current tasks? Yes / No 40 pts
  5. Are ladders inspected for damage and color-coded/tagged? Yes / No 25 pts
  6. Is there a "Lone Worker" check-in protocol for night shifts? Yes / No 30 pts
  7. Are staff members trained on the Emergency Response Plan? Yes / No 25 pts
  8. Are contractor insurance COIs (Certificates of Insurance) on file? Yes / No 30 pts
  9. Is the "Hot Work" permit being used for any welding/grinding? Yes / No 40 pts
  10. Are safety meetings (Toolbox Talks) held and documented? Yes / No 15 pts
  11. Management System: Rating
    • Proactive 30 pts
    • Reactive 15 pts
    • Non-Compliant 0 pts
  12. Final FM health & safety summary: Comments

About this template

This checklist is part of the Bindy template library. Yes / No checks score 1 point when met; ratings score the points shown for each option. The overall score is the percentage of points earned, with N/A answers excluded. In Bindy you can add photos, assign corrective actions, require sign-off and compare results across sites.

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