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Yearly FM Building Health and Safety Inspection Checklist

by Aly Bade, from the Community

Use this facilities management checklist to complete a comprehensive annual building health and safety inspection. Review floor conditions, internal and external stairs, emergency exits and signage, fire doors and equipment, and evidence of evacuation plans. Verify fire risk assessment renewal, assess hazardous substances under COSHH, and check electrical equipment and lighting. Inspect doors, windows and water ingress, exterior surfaces, drainage, car parks and grounds. Record asbestos condition and legionella log status, review security, housekeeping and access controls. Capture issues, assign actions with owners and due dates, and track completion.

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Yearly FM Building Health and Safety Inspection Checklist

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