Healthcare Fire Safety Master Audit Checklist

In hospitals and healthcare facilities, fire safety isn’t optional – it’s lifesaving. From patient wards and labs to operating rooms and data centers, every area presents unique fire risks. Ensuring that all systems, procedures and staff are inspection-ready requires more than a single checklist; it takes a complete, coordinated approach.

That’s where the Healthcare Fire Safety Master Audit Checklist comes in. Designed for facility managers, safety officers, and administrators, it provides a comprehensive overview of all essential fire and life safety provisions, helping your team prepare for Joint Commission, CMS, and AHJ inspections with confidence.

This all-in-one audit covers everything from sprinkler systems and alarms to staff training and documentation, giving you a clear roadmap to verify compliance and track corrective actions efficiently.

What’s Inside the Checklist

Your downloadable checklist includes:

• Sprinkler & Water-Based Systems: Head inspections, valve checks, and fire pump testing.
• Fire Alarm & Detection Systems: Control panel checks, detector testing, and alarm transmission verification.
• Fire/Smoke Barriers & Doors: Door gap measurement, damper testing, and barrier inspection.
• Special Hazards & Suppression: Kitchen hood systems, clean agent systems, medical gas storage, and lab fire safety.
• Staff Training & Fire Drills: Drill frequency, RACE/PASS competency checks, and documentation review.
• Egress & Compartmentation: Exit access, smoke compartments, stairwell safety, and emergency lighting.
• Documentation & Records: ITM reports, fire safety plan verification, and AHJ compliance tracking.

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This master checklist helps healthcare facilities maintain consistency, reduce risk, and demonstrate compliance across every inspection category.

Download the checklist below to simplify your next fire safety audit and keep your facility fully survey-ready.