Exit Route Inspection Checklist

Today’s date

Inspection done by

Signature

Are there at least two permanent exits?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are exits as far apart as possible?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are exit routes separated by 1- or 2-hour fire-resistant materials?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is each exit route continuous?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is any area that could be mistaken for an exit clearly identified with markings such as “Not an Exit”?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are exit signs appropriate, clear and legible?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are evacuation maps and directional signs posted and easy to read?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are ceilings at least 7 feet 6 inches tall?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are all points in exit routes at least 28 inches wide?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are paints and finishes appropriate and maintained?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Is lighting adequate?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are emergency alarms present and operational?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Does any feature of any alarm restrict the use of an exit?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are doors unlocked or openable from the inside without keys, special tools or training?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are aisles clear of obstructions, furnishings, signs, decorations, flammable materials, explosives and other hazards?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Are openings into exit routes limited?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Do exit route doors have hinges that swing out of the path of travel?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Do all openings into exit paths have fire-rated, self-closing doors?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Does each exit discharge directly to a safe, adequately-sized space?

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Reference:https://newpig.scene7.com/is/content/NewPig/pdfs/PL_EXIT_ROUTE_CHECKLIST.pdf