Building inspection checklist
Building inspection template (multi-storey buildings) version 1-15
What does this form include?
This form contains 15 sections:
1. - Previous Inspection
- 1.1 - Has the last inspection been reviewed
- 1.2 - Have the outstanding items been actioned
2. - Building Exterior
- 2.1 - Disabled access to building is clear and safe ? (Eg no obstructions and even surfaces )
- 2.2 - Are exit doors clear and operating correctly( fire rated )
- 2.3 - Is the building facade in good condition ? (Eg Painting, cracks or parts missing or loose)
- 2.4 - Are the areas around the building clean ? (Eg windows, paths, bin storage and veranda's)
- 2.5 - Landscaping / gardens in good condition ? (Eg watering system, dead plants, weeds and rubbish)
- 2.6 - Building signage in good condition ?
- 2.7 - Exterior lighting in good condition ? (Eg lights working or damage to fittings)
- 2.8 - Roof, gutters & down pipes in good condition ?
3. Entrance / Foyer
- 3.1 - Is the foyer, floor coverings and entry mats clean and in good condition ?
- 3.2 - Is the security system in place and functioning correctly ?
- 3.3 - Are doors, windows & painted surfaces in good condition ?
- 3.4 - Are exit and general lights, electrical plugs / sockets in safe working condition ?
- 3.5 - Is the internal signage up to date and in good condition ?
4. Amenities
- 4.1 - Are toilets ,showers and hand basins clean and tidy ?
- 4.2 - Are the fixtures in good working condition ? (Eg taps, cisterns, toilet / hand towel / soap dispensers)
- 4.3 - Are lights, electrical plug outlets in safe working condition ?
- 4.4 - Are electrical appliances tested / tagged and within compliance date
- 4.5 - Are doors, windows & painted surfaces in good condition ?
- 4.6 - Is the wall & floor coverings clean and in good condition ?
5. Lifts and Foyers
- 5.1 - Are the interior surfaces free of damage ?
- 5.2 - Are lift interior (s) clean ?
- 5.3 - Are lift interior lights working ?
- 5.4 - Are lift buttons & indicators functioning correctly ?
- 5.5 - Are foyers clean/tidy ?
- 5.6 - Is foyer lighting,fixtures and furniture in good condition ?
6. Stairwells
- 6.1 - Are stairwell doors operating correctly and in good condition ? (Eg fire door rated , marked correctly, security operating correctly, doors opening & closing correctly) ?
- 6.2 - Are steps,hand rails and landing surfaces clean and in good condition ?
- 6.3 - Is the stairwell exit and general access lights operating correctly and in good condition ? (Eg blown lamps , sensors etc)
7. Carpark
- 7.1 - Is the carpark surface in good condition? (Eg No potholes,pillars damaged, fencing secure etc)
- 7.2 - Is the carpark clean and tidy? (Eg cobwebs, rubbish build up etc)
- 7.3 - Is the carpark entry / exit, height restriction signage and line markings clearly visible ?
- 7.4 - Is the carpark roller / boom gates in good working condition ?
- 7.5 - Is the carpark lighting clean and working ? (Eg lamps , sensors exit lights etc)
8. Building services cupboards / risers
- 8.1- Are cupboards / risers clearly identified ?
- 8.2 - Are electrical riser cupboards and distribution boards locked ?
- 8.3 - Are riser cupboards clear and not being used as storage areas ?
9. Cleaners/ storerooms
- 9.1 - Is the cleaners room identified and secure ?
- 9.2 - Are the cleaning chemicals suitably bunded and stored ?
- 9.3 - Are MSDS sheets provided for all the chemicals onsite and within date ?
- 9.4 - Is there a hazardous substance register on site and up to date ?
10. Fire services equipment
- 10.1 - Are the fire extinguishers and hose reels suitably identified/sign posted ?
- 10.2 - Are the fire extinguishers and hose reels within scheduled compliance test / tag date ?
- 10.3 - Is the access to fire extinguishers and hose reels clear ?
- 10.4 - Is the equipment or enclosure in good condition / undamaged ?
- 10.5 - Is the FIP panel clear of faults and in working order?
- 10.6 - Is the EWIS panel and WIP phones in good working order ?
- 10.7 - Are fire block plans in place and up to date ?
11. Evacuation Plans & Procedures
- 11.1 - Are evacuation plans provided and suitably located for each floor ?
- 11.2 - Is there an emergency evacuation management plan in place ?
12. Plantrooms
- 12.1 - Are the plant rooms secure ?
- 12.2 - Is the supplied Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) up to date and adequate ?
- 12.3 - Is the plant room clean and tidy
- 12.4 - Is the plant equipment operating correctly ? (eg leaks , equipment not functioning or damaged )
13. Cooling Towers
- 13.1 - Dosing equipment working correctly ?
- 13.2 - Are chemical levels adequate ?
- 13.3 - Are cooling towers functioning correctly ( eg noise,leaks,corrosion etc)
14. BMS
- 14.1 - BMS operating correctly ?
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