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“Company Name” Code
of Practice
C.O.P # 01
Fire Prevention Requirements
(Management of Combustible Materials & Electrical
Inspections)
Rev. 01 August, 2018

Table of Content
1. Fire Prevention and Combustible Material Management ............................................................................. 3
2. Standards & Requirements for Combustible Stores and Temporary Structures............................................. 7
3. Fire Prevent Inspection Schedule............................................................................................................... 10
4. Fire Prevent Inspection Report.................................................................................................................. 11
5. Fire Prevention Checklist........................................................................................................................... 12
6. Office Porta cabin Inspection .................................................................................................................... 18
7. Store Inspection........................................................................................................................................ 19
8. Electrical Inspections and Fire Safety......................................................................................................... 20

1. Fire Prevention and Combustible Material Management
Introduction
Fire is chemical reactionof three elements(fuel, heatandoxygen) if we remove 1 element,fire will end.Fire
is a major risk bothto personsand to property.You can eitherhelppreventfires,oryoucan helpstart/allow
them. In order to minimize the risk of fire in the workplace, it is vital that everyone is aware of the common
causes of fire and the appropriate actions to take in the event of a fire.
Fire is one of our man risks in the construction Industry and due to many management, subcontractor and
employee “cultural” issues, is even higher in the G.C.C. and the region. The cause of fire is generally
combustible construction material and packing rather than incorporated items. However, even knowing this
the planning,control andmanagementof combustiblematerialsare generally inadequateandthis inadequate
combustible material management is causing our project to be at higher risk levels than we should be. This
document sets out to correct all the issues and short-comings in one consolidate “CompanyName” Code of
Practice. Combustible materials can be deemed to be at four levels of controls:
1. Stored safety in combustible materials stores.
2. Temporary stored in combustible materials managed area.
3. Stored uncontrolled.
4. In designated waste disposal area.
Management, Accountabilities & Reporting
In-line withHSE-SIN-004andHSE-SIN013 communicatedearlierwiththe requirementforeachprojecttohave
their own project specific Fire Prevention and Combustible Materials Management Plan, from the point of
delivery at site, we remind you on the Fire Prevention measures to ensure compliance with the corporate
policies, UAE Civil Defense (or other as applicable) rules & regulations, and the Insurer’s recommendations
during the execution of works on Site.
The followingresponsibilities,accountabilitiesandreportingrequirementsmustbe adheredtoat all projects:
 The ProjectLeadershall appointresponsible andaccountable personsforeachfloortoensure thattheir
assigned floor(s) are free of all combustible material 24/7 and that all the fire prevention measures
defined in this notice are in compliance. Don’t Walk Bys shall be issued to subcontractors for any non-
compliance observed,and written warnings issued to Subcontractors in cases of serious or recurrent
breaches.
 The Project Leader shall walk each floor once per week to ensure that his appointed responsible and
accountable persons for each floor are ensuring that their assigned floor(s) are free of all combustible
material 24/7 and that all the fire prevention measures defined in this notice are in compliance. Don’t
WalkBy’sshall be issuedtoATCassignedpersonsforanynon-complianceobserved,andwrittenwarnings
issued in cases of serious or recurrent breaches.
 The Project HSE Manager walk each floor once per week to ensure that his HSE team are ensuring that
the appointedresponsibleandaccountablepersonsforeachfloorare ensuringthattheirassignedfloor(s)
are free of all combustible material 24/7and that all the fire preventionmeasuresdefinedinthisnotice
are in compliance. Don’t Walk By’s shall be issued for any non-compliance observed, and summary
Weekly Fire Prevention & Combustible Management Reports shall be issued to the Project Leaders,
Construction and MEP team. These reports shall report compliances, observations and breaches in a
“traffic-light”red,amberandgreenreportingmethodona floorbyfloor,orvillabyvilla,clusterbycluster
matrix.
 The Project Leader, assigned Floor Managers and the HSE Manager shall schedule fire prevention and
combustible material management walks appropriate to the Fire Level rating of the project, which
increases to the maximum level “4” during installation of FF&E by ATC or Client or Tenants.
 All rubbish and combustible material must be removed from the building at the end of each shift and
none shall be leftovernightinthe building.The frequencyof patrolsshall be asperthe Fire Level Rating.

 HSE & Fire Prevention is a planned action, and involves team work, requiring continuous effort and
cooperation from the entire Project team including subcontractors.
HSE team are further required to provide Fire Prevention (not fire-fighting) and Combustible material
management awareness training based on the above to all “Company Name” staff, including gate security,
fire-marshals,site engineers,foremen,procurementteam,QAQC teamand MEP team as well as the Project
Leaderandsubcontractorsmanagement.Tool Box talksshall alsobe providedregularlytoall workersonsite.
Control and Management of combustible materials
Client, “Company Name” and Sub-Contractor supplied combustible materials are delivered at many of our
projects often in wooden crates or cardboard boxes and are stored in materials storage areas without
appropriate fire prevention arrangements, which is a major fire risk. The management of these risks, from
pointof receipt,tostorage,throughtodeliverytothe workfaceorsecondarystorage areas,shouldbe defined
in the Project’s Combustible Material Management Plans, and Fire Prevention Plan.
 Procurement shall always seek to procure materials develop in non- combustible materials.
 Combustiblematerialstoresshall be designedandbuiltatthe earlystagesof constructionand shouldbe
inspected and signed off by the HSE Manager.
 Automatic DCPs (dry chemical powder) fire-fighting dispensers are to be fitted to the ceilings in all
Combustible Material stores – no exceptions.
 All Combustible Material Stores shall be secured and controlled
 The locations of the CMS shall be market clearly on the Site Logistics Map / Safety Plan
 Any Combustible Material delivered to site must be delivered immediately to the CMS under the
supervision of an HSE staff who will supervise the deliver and record the items deliveredtogether with
their COSH sheets.
 Waste isnotaccumulatedatanylocationsonSite (internal levelsof the buildings,particularlybasements,
and perimeter areas).
 Waste collectionshall be removedtothe Waste SegregationArea atthe endof eachandeveryworkshift.
 Wood,carton,plastic,nylon,etc.andanyothercombustiblematerial shall beremovedimmediatelyfrom
Site anddisposedof asperthe ProjectWaste ManagementandEnvironmental Managementprocedures.
 Nylon&plasticcoveringusedforpreservationandprotectionof equipment,floors,etc.shallbe removed
with immediate effect and replaced by Fire-Rated blankets.
 Temporary fire prevention arrangements such as Fire Hose Cabinets,Fire Extinguishers, and Fire Water
Tanks & Pumpsshall notbe blocked,removednorrelocatednorusedforconstructionpurposeswithout
the prior approval of the undersigned.
 Material shall not be placed/allocated in a way that interrupts and affects the set Site Emergency
Evacuation and Traffic Management Plans.
 When projects reach Fire Level 3 and 4 ( fit out period and near completion ) then daily Fire Marshal
patrols shall visit every floor and all floors must be secured at nights
 Smokingon Site and inside Site officesisstrictlyprohibitedandstrict disciplinaryactionsmustbe taken
against violators.
 Storage of chemicals, insulation material, flammables and combustibles are prohibited on Site and
quantitiesare limitedtodailyuse onlywherethe excessshallleavethe Siteatthe endof eachworkshift.
 All temporarystructures(site offices,stores,workshopsetc.)mustcomplywith,andbe certifiedby,Civil
Defense.
 Combustible material storesforVillaProjectsorany external material storesmustbe constructedusing
precast panels or block walls.
 Steel containerscan be usedas combustible/Chemical material storesprovidedtheyare fittedwithfire
rated gypsum boards and meet all Civil Defense and other regulations.

 All combustible materials shall be stored in purpose designed and constructed Combustible Materials
Stores
 Any combustible materials delivered to site must be sent immediately to a designated Combustible
Materials Stores
 All Combustible Materials Stores must be identified on marked up plan drawings.
 Combustible Materials Stores shall not be placed in basements
 Any combustible material which is moved from the store to the workface must be protected by fire-
blankets and fire hoses must be within reach.
 Cardboard boxes, wrappings, cement and plaster bags and wooden pallets must be removed and taken
out of the building on the same day that they are brought into the building
 Any cardboard boxes, wrappings, cement and plaster bags, wooden pallets, and any other combustible
materialsobservedinanypartof the building,eveninrubbishpiles,mustbe removedfromthe building.
 Never obstruct any fire points, fire doors or escape routes
 Carry out residual heat checks 30-60 minutes after any hot work has been carried out.
 Always have a fire extinguisher within arm’s reach when carrying out hot work.
 Obtain hot working permits for hot work, (welding, grinding and cutting works).
 PTW conditions must be adhered all the time whilst working with Hot Works.
 Control rubbish – don’t left paper, rags, combustible material etc., accumulate
 Clean up as you go housekeeping to be practiced after any task undertaken as routine.
 Chemical storage not permitted within the tower under no circumstances. All storage needs to be at
designated areas.
 Store flammable liquids in suitable containers – well away from any sources of ignition, keeps lids on
containers when not in use.
 No smoking in any building, office, store, rest area or workshop
 Don’t overload electrical sockets – one plug per socket and use only industrial socket
 Don't misuse fuses. Never install a fuse rated higher than specified for the circuit
 If electrical equipment is not in use then switch off at the mains.
 Weekly Inspection regime must be in place for all Electrical installations on the project.
 Seekassistance fromcompetentElectriciansforall Electrical connectivityonthe project.Neverattempt
this of your own.
 Do not use halogen lights on the project.
 Put off fans/exhaust fans if they are not required. Never leave themin running conditions to avoid hot
surfaces that may initiate fire.
To ensure compliance it is a joint responsibility of all stake holders to ensure that Combustible Materials
Management Plan is fully implemented for these materials and weekly fire preventions inspections (with
photos and closeout timelines) are conducted for all floors and site areas.
In accordance with the Combustible Materials Management Plan, and as previously communicated via HSE-
SIN-004 andHSE-SIN-013,you are requiredtoconductweeklyFireInspectionsforeachfloorandareaon your
projectsas per the attachedchecklistandmaintainrecordsof these inspectionstobe verifiedduringinternal
HSE audits. Each floor must be inspected at least once a week.
Fire Prevention and Checks:
Apart from the usual fire checks, following minimum control measures must be implemented:
• Specific Fire Risk Assessments for the areas must be conducted and recorded.
• Provide appropriate storage area as defined for storage of combustible materials.
• Availability Fire Fighting/Fire Protection System in the area.
• Availability of sufficient fire blankets to cover combustible materials.
• Adequate lighting and illumination.

• Material shall not be placed/allocated in a way that interrupts and affects the set Site Emergency
Evacuation.
• Ensure that proper stacking is implemented.
• Keep material away from any hot works or ignition sources and sparks.
• Assign a fire watch for the area.
• Any waste including the packaging must be removed from site immediately once the material is
withdrawn.
• Unused and unwanted materials shall be returned back in coordination with the client.
Pre-Delivery Controls:
The following must be confirmed and agreed before the material is delivered:
• Request/Instruct for non-combustible packing and wrapping.
• Material Type
• Type of fire hazard (Combustible/Flammable/Toxic/Explosives/Environmental Hazard and etc.)
• MSDS (if applicable)
• Upon arrival at site.
• Security to direct driver.
• Responsible person to control and coordinate the storage
Verification and inspection of the storage area:
The following must be verified before storing material:
• Appropriate storage area as defined for storage of combustible materials of Fire Fighting/Fire
Protection System in the area
• Availability of sufficient fire blankets to cover combustible materials
• Clear access/egress
• Adequate lighting and illumination
• Fire Risk Assessments specific to the area/ to the materials.
Controls upon Delivery:
Upon delivery of combustible material the following is to be ensured
• Coordination with logistics team for appropriate movement of delivery vehicles
• Receiving of items as per planned list and quantity
• Transfer to defined combustible material storage.
• Ensure that properin buildingstorage at site is implemented (fire blanket,fire extinguisher,firehose
reel)
• Keep combustible material away from any hot works or heat/ignition sources and sparks unless
additional controls are provided.
• On every hour rounding Inspect and monitor the storage areas.
• Provide full time fire watch.
Withdrawal/Removal of Combustible Packing Material
• Anyplant,equipment,furnitureormaterialsmustbe unpackedimmediatelyif hasbeendeliveredtothe
building.
• Any packaging must be removed immediately from the building.

2. Standards & Requirements for Combustible Stores and Temporary Structures
Sr. Item Requirement Legal Reference
1.
Materials
usedfor
Combustible
Stores and
Temporary
structures
All Material usedforCombustibleStores andtemporarystructuresshall be made of non-
combustible material.
 Material shall complywithNFPA 501 Standard onManufacturedhousing.
 The interiorfinishwalls,columns,andpartitionsshallnothave aflame spreadindex
exceeding200.
 Ceilinginteriorfinishshallnothave aflame spreadindex exceeding75.
 Wallsadjacentto a furnace,hotworksor a wall heaterandthe ceilingabove themshall
have an interiorfinishwithflame spreadindexnotexceeding25.
 Thermal Insulationusedshallhave flame spreadof notmore than 25.
 Material usedto surface cookingandheatingareasshall be limited- combustible materials
such as 8 mmgypsumboard.
UAE Fire & Life SafetyCoPAug
2017
3.3.2 (Table 12.3) &
Chapter1 Table 1.9.58
2. Separation
Distance
Minimumseparationdistance betweenbuildingunderconstructionandsite offices,storesor
othertemporarystructuresmustbe 9m forexposingwall lengthupto6m.
Adequate detachmentbetweentemporarystructuresshallbe provided.
2017
3.3.2 (Table 12.3 a)
3. Smoke
Detectors
Adequate temporaryFire DetectionSystemsuchassmoke detectorsmustbe installedasperthe
Civil Defense approveddrawing.
2017
3.3.2 (Table 12.3)
4. Fire Alarm
System
Adequate temporaryFire ProtectionSystemsuchasFire Alarmto be installedasperthe Civil
Defense approveddrawing.
2017
3.3.2 (Table 12.3)
5.
Firefighting
equipment
Adequate temporary FirefightingSystemsuchasFire Extinguishers,sprinklersand/orfirehose reel
to be installedasperthe Civil Defense approveddrawing.
2017
3.3.2 (Table 12.3)
6. Electrical
Appliances
and
Connections
All temporaryelectrical suppliesmustbe designedbyElectrical Engineerandinstalledbyqualified
Electricians.Electrical AppliancessuchasAC,Exhaustfans,Lightingfixturesetc.mustbe inspected
by a competentelectricianregularly.

FIRE PREVENTION SAFETY LEVELS
FLS Controls
Level 4
Level 3
Concrete works only stage
Minimum Combustible of Flamable
Materials
MEP Installation, Building &
Architectural Works in Progress
Hot works. No fire doors or FLS
operating
Testing & Commissioning Stage Final
Building Finishes Works Floors being
closed off
Flamable liquids and Packaging,
Concealed Areas
Building being filled out with carpets
and furnitures
Large amounts of packaging and
flamable FFLE
HSE inspection weekly
Fire Extinguisher only
Fire Marshall Checks Daily
Temp FFS operational
Fire Marshalls Floor by Floor
Inspections
Start - Middle - End day
Temp FFS operational
Daily Fire Marshall Checks
PROJECT START PROJECT COMPLETION
FLS fully operational
Level 2
Level 1
Materials Stored in Combustible
Materials Store Materials Stored in Combustible
Matreials Store
Immediate on the spot removal of
packages

3. Fire Prevent Inspection Schedule
Updated: Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4
Level Period S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F
1
AM
PM
2
AM
PM
3
AM
PM
4
AM
PM
Person Responsible Position

4. Fire Prevent Inspection Report
Updated: Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4
Level Period S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F
1
AM
PM
2
AM
PM
3
AM
PM
4
AM
PM
Note:UseOne Color and OneLetter
Key: Green No Risks O No action Required
Yellow Minor Risk N No action taken
Red Major Risk R Action taken and resolved

5. Fire Prevention Checklist
SR. TITLE YES NO N/A Comments
1 FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
1.1
Are adequate fire-fightingequipment and sufficient
extinguishing agents availableand operativeat all
times?
  
1.2
Have workers been oriented on their correct use
and operation?
  
1.3
Are portablefire extinguishers of sufficientcapacity
(at least20 lbs.) and type availableand strategically
positioned near hazardous work such that the travel
distanceto the nearest unit is no greater than 15
meters?
  
1.4
Are regular checks undertaken to make sure that
the equipment is notmissingor damaged?
  
1.5
Is a fully operational yard hydrant/FireHosereel
system availableprior to startof construction
(excludingfoundation work) and duringthe entire
construction period?
Where street hydrants arenot available,are
temporary hydrants provided?
  
1.6
Is a waterlineextended as soon as possiblebehind
construction to supplement the FireExtinguishers
placed throughout the construction area?
  
1.7
Are permanent standpipes extended as closeas
possiblebehind construction to allow usein caseof
fire?
  
1.8
Are fully operativestandpipes (wet risers) installed
up to one level below the highest current work level
and are sealed by temporary end caps?
  
1.9
(The followingis a less stringentalternative to Item
8 above)
Where construction involves buildings morethan 23
meters high, are fully operativestandpipes (wet
risers) availablenotless than
3 levels below the highest level under construction.
Where the provision of wet risers does not impede
structural work,are they provided to the level
below the highest level under construction?
  
1.10
Are the cabinets containinghosereels and portable
fireextinguishers inspected at regular intervals but
at leasttwice a week by competent persons?
  
1.11
Are hydrants and standpipes includingfirewater
supply system designed and installed in compliance
with UAE Fireand Life safety COP and accordingto
the relevant internationally recognized codes and
standards,e.g., NFPA, FM, etc.?
  
1.12
Is the fire water supply at the site available at
the required volume and pressure?
  
1.13
Is storageof any material within 3 meters of fire
hydrants/FireHose reels strictly prohibited? Is
access to the outlets unobstructed?
  
2 COMPARTEMENTATION / SEGMENTATION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
2.1
Are firecompartments as required by local
regulations installed as soon as possibleafter the
removal of formwork?
  

2.2
Are openings for liftshafts,serviceducts and other
voids provisionally closed as soon as possiblebut
not later than at the commencement of fit-out
work?
  
3 FIRE PREVENTION : HOT WORK MANAGEMENT YES NO N/A COMMENTS
3.1
Is a “permit to work” system being implemented for
all parties engaged in “hot work” of any kind such as
but not limited to
– grinding,cuttingor welding operations,
– use of blowlamps and torches,
– application of hotbitumen
or any other heat-producingoperation ?
  
3.2
Are flammablematerials protected from sparks
duringwelding or burningoperations?
  
3.3
Is “Hot work” carried outonly in the presence of at
leastone worker equipped with a fireextinguisher
of the 20-lb ABC-type variety and trained in fire-
fighting?
  
3.4
Is the area of any “hot work” examined one hour
after the work has finished?
  
4
FIRE PREVENTION- CONTROL OF COMBUSTABLE /
FLAMABLE MATERIALS IN WORK AREA ,
HOUSEKEEPING
YES NO N/A COMMENTS
4.1 Is waste material removed regularly?   
4.2
Are all floors undergoingfit-outcleared of
combustiblewaste at the end of each workingday?
  
4.3
Is waste put in safe, secure placeawaitingcollection
(i.e. not accessibleto the public)?
  
4.4
Are work areas policed on a regular basis(minimum
daily) to prevent accumulation of materials?
  
4.5
Is the amount of flammableliquid availableatthe
work area limited to no more than will be needed
during the day, or to some other smaller amount
designated by the firemarshal or by regulations
and, when not needed, returned to safe storage?
  
4.6 Are solid fuels notpermitted for use in the project?   
4.7
Are gas cylinder valves kept closed unless gas is
being used?
  
4.8
Are drip trays provided and cleaned on regular
basis?
  
4.9
Are oil leaks and drips absorbed with mineral
absorbents,i.e., not sawdust,etc.
  
4.10
Are cleaning materials provided so that spillages of
flammable/combustibleliquidsarequickly cleared
from the workplace?
  
4.11
Are oxygen and acetylene hoses protected from
damage or kinkingwhilein use?
Are workers awareof the danger that a flashback
could ignitethe hose?
  
4.12 Are engine exhaustpipes kept clear of flammables?   
4.13
Are gasolinetanks and cans bonded together while
gasolineis beingtransferred in order to avoid the
possibility thatvapors may be ignited by static
electric sparks?
  
4.14
Is the use of gasolinefor any purposeother than a
fuel for internal combustion engines strictly
prohibited?
  

4.15
Are suitablesolvents or waterless cleaningpastes
provided where men need them, so they will notbe
tempted to use gasoline?
  
5 FIRE PREVENTION –STORAGE AREAS YES NO N/A COMMENTS
5.1 Are there any clientsupplied items on the project?   
5.2
Do any of the clientsupplied items have
combustiblepackaging?
  
5.3
Was clientsupplied material checked upon
receiving?
  
5.4
Was an identified area for clientsupplied material
advised to the delivery and siteteams?
  
5.5
Has the Engineer been advised on the dangers
posed by the clientsupplied material and the
required actions?
  
5.6
Are storage areas separated from the rest of the
property under construction/erection by fire-
proof/resistantwallsand doors?
  
5.7
Are All Material used for temporary site offices shall
be made of non-combustiblematerial?
Material shall comply with NFPA 501 Standard on
Manufactured housing.
The interior finish walls,columns,and partitions
shall nothavea flame spread index exceeding 200.
  
5.8
Is storageof material for the construction or
erection subdivided into storageunits?
  
5.9
Are individual storageunits separated by at least50
m apartor by fire-proof walls?
  
5.10
Are all flammablematerial and especially all
flammableliquidsand gases stored ata sufficiently
largedistancefrom the property under construction
or erection and any hot work?
  
5.11
Is access to storage areas restricted to authorized
personnel only?
  
5.12
Are storage areas inspected for fire hazards atthe
end of the working day?
  
5.13
Are there clear spaces around shelvingand stacks of
stored materials and areadequate gangways
provided between them?
  
5.14
Are stacks and storagekept clear of lightfittings and
hot servicepipes?
  
5.15
Are stacks and shelvingstableand unlikely to
collapsequickly should a firestart?
  
5.16
Are combustiblematerials stored in the rightplace
and excessivequantities in work areas avoided?
  
5.17
Are all stocks of flammable liquids kept in
purpose-builtflammablestorageliquid stores?
  
5.18 Is the flammableliquid storekept clean and tidy?   
5.19
Are flammableliquidskept away from all possible
sources of ignition?
  
5.20
Are all fuel and solventcontainers placed on drip
trays and stored in approved containers strictly
accordingto the relevant national codes and
regulations?
  
5.21
Are any flammablegas cylinders stored safely,
ideally in an external fenced compound at least2
  

meters from the property under construction or
boundary fences?
5.22 Is the area used only to store cylinders?   
5.23
Are acetylene and fuel gas cylinders separate
from oxygen cylinders duringstorageby a minimum
of (9.15 meters) or by a non-combustiblebarrier at
least(1.5 meters) high with fireresistantratingof at
least1/hour (ANSI Z49.1-1967).
  
5.24
Are oxygen and acetylene cylinders in usefirmly
secured on a special carrier intended for this
purpose, with an attached fire extinguisher?
  
5.25
Are empty cylinders treated in the same way but
kept separate and marked “Empty”
  
5.26
Are warningnotices,prohibitingsmokingand naked
lights prominently displayed?
  
5.27
Are cylinders stored with their valves uppermost
and with safety caps?
  
6
FIRE PREVENTION- CONTROL OF HEAT AND
IGNITION SOURCE
YES NO N/A COMMENTS
6.1
Is a ‘No smoking’ policy in force other than in
specially designated and protected smokingareas
external to buildings and storageareas?
  
6.2
Are the dedicated smoking areas provided
with portablefirefightingequipment and self-
extinguishingbins?
  
6.3
Are ashtrays / containers emptied at leastonce a
day, or more often if needed?
  
6.4
Are suitablespark-reducingtools provided for use in
places where there may be flammablevapors?
  
6.5
Are combustiblematerials and wastekept at a safe
distancefrom appliances?
  
6.6
Are there restrictions on the use of portable
appliances/ electric equipment?
  
6.7
Do all construction machinery and plantreceive
regular routine maintenance?
  
6.8 Is the lubrication of movingparts adequate?   
6.9
Are motors and moving parts of machinery kept
clean to prevent overheating?
  
6.10
Are vents on motors kept free of blockages to
ensure air-coolingand circulation?
  
6.11
Are there no machinery and/or motors left running
duringnon- working hours?
  
6.12 Are open fires not allowed?   
6.13
Are competent electriciansavailableto install
temporary wiringand to make any changes that are
needed? Are untrained men prohibited from making
changes or extensions?
  
6.14
Is a ground faultcurrent interrupter system or an
approved groundingsystem in use?
  
6.15
Is electrical equipmentin good conditions? Are
extension cords regularly inspected and protected
from damage in service? Are conductors large
enough to carry the current without overheating?
  
6.16
Are all connections made by using
appropriate plugs,receptacles, or enclosures? Is
  

the use of makeshift connections,bare wires,or
damaged cables not allowed?
7 PERSONEL / HUMAN ELEMENT YES NO N/A COMMENTS
7.1
Are construction personnel oriented on fire
protection and prevention matters includingbutnot
limited to:
A. Proper handling,storage,and disposal of
combustiblematerial,liquids,gases and wastes
B. Activities which can create firehazards
C. Behaviors and practices thatcontributeto fire
safety
D. Type, size, number, condition and location of fire
extinguishers,fire-fightingequipment
E. Proper use and maintenance of fire-fighting
equipment
F. General housekeeping
G. Emergency procedures
  
7.2
Are disciplinary measures imposed on those who
use fireprotection equipment other than for its
intended purpose?
  
7.3
After an automatic sprinkler systemhas been put in
operation or a fire alarmsystemhas been
energized, arethey checked frequently to detect
tampering? Have all fires been thoroughly
investigated, regardless of whether serious damage
to property or injury were involved,particularly
those of suspiciousorigin?
Are proper administrativesystems and records kept
on all aspects of firesafety?
  
8 FIRE DETECTION ALARM AND RESPONSE YES NO N/A COMMENTS
8.1 Is a Site Safety Coordinator appointed?   
8.2
Is there a Fire Safety Plan and is this being
implemented, tested and updated regularly?
  
8.3
Are all personnel awareof the contents of the Site
FireSafety Plan and receive trainingin the use of
the fire-fightingfacilities?
  
8.4
Are the contractor’s personnel trained in fire-
fightingand are fire- fightingdrillscarried out
weekly?
  
8.5
Is the nearest firebrigadefamiliar with the siteand
is immediate access maintained for itat all times?
  
8.6 Is there a reliablefirealarmsystemin place?   
8.7
Is the firealarmsystem connected to a monitoring
center manned 24/7 and with direct communication
link with the nearest fire brigade?
  
8.8
Is the firealarmtested weekly and maintained on a
regular basis?
  
8.9
Is there a procedure for contactingthe firebrigade
duringthe working day and when the worksite is
closed?
  
8.10 Is there a fire watch?   
8.11
In caseof fire, is someone responsiblefor callingto
report the fireimmediately, even though it is
anticipated that workers can get itunder control
themselves?
  
8.12
Are the offices/Temporary structures are
constructed with Firerated Material as per the UAE
Life and Firesafety COP?
  

Are All Material used for temporary site offices shall
be made of non-combustiblematerial?
Is the used Material comply with NFPA 501 Standard
on Manufactured housing?
8.13 Are the offices are certified by civil defence?   
9 SITE SECURITY / ACCESS CONTROL YES NO N/A COMMENTS
9.1 Is the sitefenced off and access controlled?   
9.2
Is every pointof entry to the siteand buildings
secured againstintruders?
  
9.3
At the end of the working day are all doors,
windows and gates locked and secure where
applicable?
  
9.4
Are internal fire-resistingdoors kept closed atall
times when not in use?
  
9.5
Are the grounds surroundingthe construction site
kept clear of combustiblewaste materials and
vegetation?
  
10 IN THE EVENT OF FIRE – DAMAGE CONTROL YES NO N/A COMMENTS
10.1
Is itpossibleto store goods clear of the floor to
prevent water damage?
  
10.2
Are adequate drains provided,and arethey kept
clear of blockages by regular inspection and
cleaning?
  
10.3
Have contingency plans been drawn up to reduce
work interruption should a fire occur?
  
10.4
Are duplicatecopies of contingency plans,records,
back-up discs and documents kept safely in another
building?
  

6. Office Porta cabin Inspection
Project Information
Project Name: Porta Cabin No:
Location: Contact Person:
Company Name: Date :
Sr. Description Yes No N/A Comments
1. Emergency exit signs areavailablein rightlocations
2.
Firealarms and fireextinguishers arevisibleand
accessible.
3.
Firedoors (e.g. in stairways) arekept closed unless
equipped with automatic closingdevice
4. Fireextinguishers areserviced regularly
5. Corridors and stairwaysarekept free of obstruction
6. Fireescape/ evacuation plan availableand posted
7. Firstaid box available
8. Floor surfaces arekept dry and free of slip hazards
9.
Electrical cords and plugs arein good condition with
proper Grounding
10. Kitchen equipment checked
11. Fireblanket availablein thepantry
12. Heat detector availablein the pantry
13. Toilets floor clean and dry
14. Are staff trained to use FireExtinguishers
15. Hand wash/ soap solution availablein the toilet
16. Civil Defense or Authority approval
17. Others if any:
Remarks:
Inspected By: Signature:
Reviewed By HSE Manager / In charge : Signature:

7. Store Inspection
Project Information
Project Name: Store No.
Location:
Contact
Person:
Company
Name:
“Company Name” Construction
LLC.
Date:
Sr. Description Yes No N/A Comments
18.
Is access to stores are restricted to authorized personnel
only?
19.
Are there clear spaces around racks and stacksof stored
materials and areadequate gangways provided between
them?
20.
Are stacks and storagekept clear of lightfittings and hot
surfaces?
21.
Are all stocks of flammableliquids kept in purpose-
builtflammablestorageliquid stores?
22. Are storage areas generally cleaned and tidy?
23.
Are flammableliquidskept away from all possiblesources
of ignition?
24. Emergency exit signs areavailablein rightlocations
25. Smoke detectors/fire alarm arevisibleand accessible.
26. Fireextinguishers areavailableareserviced regularly
27.
Are free standingshelves and cupboards secured for
stability?
28. Are heavy items stored at a suitableheight?
29.
Are chemical containers used for storage suitableand
clearly labelled?
30. Is there adequate lightin the storagearea?
31. Are all small looseitems secured in appropriatestorage?
32.
Are warningnotices,prohibitingsmokingand naked lights
prominently displayed?
33. Others if any:
Remarks:
Inspected by: Signature:
Reviewed by Project Manager/HSE Manager Signature:

8. Electrical Inspections and Fire Safety
Note:This HSE Alert doesnotreplace or supersede “Company Name”’sCodeof PracticeCOP-01for Fire
Prevention & CombustibleMaterialsManagementbutisan extract fromit.
Prevention Electrical Fires:
Temporary electrics and air conditioners have been a cause of fire incidents at site offices,
stores and facilities mainly because of the poor condition of the air conditioners and/ or the
electrical connections.
The following requirements must be ensured at all project sites:
 Inspection and tests of all temporary electrics, cables, sockets, distribution boxes, Air
Conditioners must be done on weekly basis by competent Electricians throughout the
building, site offices, stores and workshops and inspection records must be maintained.
 Only split unit air conditioners must be purchased with effect from 01/08/18.
 Design & installation of temporary electrical power systems must be carried out by a
competent electrical engineer.
 ELCB (Earth Leakage Circuit breakers) must be installed and appropriate for the
circuits they are protecting.
 Cables and connections must meet the electrical design requirements & adequate
steps must be taken to prevent cable damage in construction area.
 Ensure that all electrical work at site is executed by qualified & authorized
electricians only.
 Electrician appointed at site should possess a valid competency certification.
 Electrical Tools shall be disconnected before any adjustments are made or
attachment changed.
 Wooden Distribution boxes must be replaced by metal lockable distribution boxes as
required by “Company Name” Standard number 4 “Electrical Distribution Boxes”.
 Electrical Distribution Boards shall be kept locked and Keys are only to be held by
Authorized Electricians.
 Electrical Distribution Boards must be equipped with a Dry Powder Type Fire
Extinguisher.
 Temporary Electric connections and load calculations for Air Conditioners must be
designed by Electrical Engineer and installed by competent Electricians.
 Separate Earth Leakage Circuit Breakers must be installed for Air Conditioner
connections.
 Air Conditioners brace must be made of non-combustible materials (i.e. steel not
timber).
 Ensure preventive maintenance schedule is available and maintained.
 All air conditioners in unsafe condition must be immediately removed from site and
replaced with new ones.
 Air Conditioners must be switched off when the room is not occupied and at the end
of shift.
 Ensure that the air conditioners are connected with proper drain system

 Only industrial sockets shall be used on site.
 Air conditioners and all electrical outlets must be clearly visible and accessible at all
times.
 Electrical cables running along floors must be protected.
Extinguishing Electrical Fires:
It is critical that it is clearly confirmed that all electrical power has been switched off before
water hoses are used to fight any fires. A fire hose reel is not the right firefighting tool in all
circumstances because water does put out fires but only of particular types. Before fighting
an electrical fire
 ALWAYS CHECK POWER IS OFF BEFORE USING WATER HOSE
 ALWAYS USE THE CORRECT TYPE OF FIRE EXTINGUISHER
 NEVER CONSIDER AN UNKNOWN / UNIDENTIFIED POWER CABLE AS NOT LIVE
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) or Dry Chemical Powder (DCP) Fire Extinguisher can be used on
electrical fires. In case, fire hose reel must be used, lock out tag out procedure must be
followed.
Below is a fire extinguisher chart illustrating which type of fire extinguisher can be used for
what type of fire.
Ensure employees are aware of the above and sufficient trained fire fighters are available
at your project.
“Company Name”
Construction
HSEQ & Org. Risk Dept.

Electrical Hazard Photos:
Wooden Distribution Box Metal Distribution Box
Poor Condition of AC Split Air Conditioner

Electrical Inspection Checklist
Sl.
No
Description Yes No N/A Comments
DBs/ SDBs
34. Is earth conducted continued up to DB/ SDB?
35.
Whether DBs & extension boards areprotected from rain/
water?
36. Is there any overloadingof DBs/ SDBs?
37.
Are correct rated Circuitbreakers provided in all main
boards and sub-boards?
38.
Is energized wiringin junction boxes,Circuitboard panels
& similarplaces covered all times?
CABLES
39. Whether the condition of cableis checked?
40.
Are cables received checked for insulation resistance
before usingthem?
41. Are all main cables taken either underground/ overhead?
42. Are main cables protected from sharp/ heavy materials?
43. Is any improper jointingof cableidentified?
44. Are all plugs and sockets in good condition?
RCD (ELCB)
45. Is the connections routed through 30Ma RCD?
46. EARTHING
47. Are main DB, Generator and other panel’s ear thing done?
48. Earth resistancechecked and found within limits?
ELECTRICALLY OPERATED MACHINES/ ACCESSORIES
49.
Whether the machine supply cablehas industrial type
socket and plug?
50.
Are all metal parts of electrical equipmentand light
fittings/ accessories grounded?
51. Is there any shed/ cover for machines?
52.
Are flood lights/ task lights fixed properly away from
combustibles?
53. Others if any:
Remarks:
Inspected By: Signature:
Reviewed By HSE Manager / In charge : Signature:
Noted By Project Leader Signature
Project Information:
ProjectName: CompanyName:
Location: Date :

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