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Exit Sign Inspection and Testing Checklist

by Marie Beunaiche, from the Community

Use this monthly exit sign inspection and testing checklist to confirm letters are illuminated, verify emergency lighting stays lit for 90 seconds using the test button, check battery backup condition and signage placement, and document any nonconformities. Capture notes for units not working and create work orders to correct issues. This template helps facilities teams maintain egress safety and meet common code expectations; always verify requirements for your site and jurisdiction.

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Exit Light Safety Inspection
Use this exit light safety inspection checklist to verify that emergency exit lights and signs are visible, illuminated, and code compliant. Record the location and condition of each unit, check lens and housing integrity, confirm illumination, and test the battery and charging indicator using the test button. Validate backup power duration, ensure signage is clearly visible and unobstructed, and confirm arrows and directions are correct. Note serial numbers, maintenance history, and any defects. Capture photos, assign corrective actions, and document retests to maintain a reliable egress path during emergencies.
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Access Control Inspection Checklist
Use this access control inspection checklist to assess physical access points and egress doors across your facility. Verify approved plans are on hand, record site details, and perform visual checks for correct door swing, emergency lighting, and clearly labeled Push to Exit buttons. Conduct operational tests to confirm doors release on fire alarm activation, loss of power, motion sensor detection, override switch, and manual exit button. Review delayed egress compliance including required signage and 15 seconds release timing. Document inspection status, note issues, and schedule the next inspection to maintain safety and code compliance.
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Emergency Lighting and Exit Sign Inspection Checklist
Use this checklist to perform routine inspections of emergency lighting and exit signs across your facility. Record equipment identifiers, locations, and time on/off; assess physical condition, battery status, and luminous output; capture photo evidence and detailed notes for any defects; log corrective actions and notify responsible contacts; and finalize the inspection with recommendations, digital signature, and timestamp. Designed for facility managers, maintenance teams, and safety officers to maintain code compliance, support audits, and ensure safe egress during power loss or emergencies.
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Monthly Emergency Exit Audit Checklist
This monthly emergency exit audit checklist helps verify safe egress throughout a manufacturing facility. Inspect each designated door for illuminated exit signs, functional emergency spotlights, and unobstructed pathways inside and outside. The template references common production areas such as mixers, cooling tunnels, packaging, and warehouse locations, ensuring comprehensive coverage across the site. Use it to document findings and capture the auditor’s signature for compliance and continuous safety improvement.
by Carl Brunette, from the Community
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Exit Light Safety Inspection

Use this exit light safety inspection checklist to verify that emergency exit lights and signs are visible, illuminated, and code compliant. Record the location and condition of each unit, check lens and housing integrity, confirm illumination, and test the battery and charging indicator using the test button. Validate backup power duration, ensure signage is clearly visible and unobstructed, and confirm arrows and directions are correct. Note serial numbers, maintenance history, and any defects. Capture photos, assign corrective actions, and document retests to maintain a reliable egress path during emergencies.

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Access Control Inspection Checklist

Use this access control inspection checklist to assess physical access points and egress doors across your facility. Verify approved plans are on hand, record site details, and perform visual checks for correct door swing, emergency lighting, and clearly labeled Push to Exit buttons. Conduct operational tests to confirm doors release on fire alarm activation, loss of power, motion sensor detection, override switch, and manual exit button. Review delayed egress compliance including required signage and 15 seconds release timing. Document inspection status, note issues, and schedule the next inspection to maintain safety and code compliance.

by Paul Ayres, from the Community

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Emergency Lighting and Exit Sign Inspection Checklist

Use this checklist to perform routine inspections of emergency lighting and exit signs across your facility. Record equipment identifiers, locations, and time on/off; assess physical condition, battery status, and luminous output; capture photo evidence and detailed notes for any defects; log corrective actions and notify responsible contacts; and finalize the inspection with recommendations, digital signature, and timestamp. Designed for facility managers, maintenance teams, and safety officers to maintain code compliance, support audits, and ensure safe egress during power loss or emergencies.

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Monthly Emergency Exit Audit Checklist

This monthly emergency exit audit checklist helps verify safe egress throughout a manufacturing facility. Inspect each designated door for illuminated exit signs, functional emergency spotlights, and unobstructed pathways inside and outside. The template references common production areas such as mixers, cooling tunnels, packaging, and warehouse locations, ensuring comprehensive coverage across the site. Use it to document findings and capture the auditor’s signature for compliance and continuous safety improvement.

by Carl Brunette, from the Community

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Exit Sign Inspection and Testing Checklist

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