F-42 – Fire Warden Checklist

Toolbox Talk held and full understanding of (a) Communication means, (b) Break-off signal and action in event of an Alarm, (c) Work process

Fire Watchman knows how to use fire extinguisher

Number of Firewatchers considered

Fire Watchman is in direct contact with person conducting work

Heat/Smoke sensors have been inhibited

Isolations Applied

Pressurized systems are bled off

Escape routes are clear

Area within 7 meters from worksite – on same level – been inspected and have flammable and combustible material been removed or isolated from ignition sources (such as ropes, hoses, pools of oil, gas bottles)

Areas exposed to heat transfer in adjacent compartments (above, under, next to) been inspected, and

Flammable and combustible material been removed or isolated from ignition sources

Areas be monitored during work

Fire extinguisher readily available

It is the correct type for the type of work concerned e.g. CO2 for electric, powder for oil, water for wood and cardboard

Fire extinguisher is charged

Backup Fire extinguisher is available

If a fire blanket is required, is it in good condition with no holes or oil contamination