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Code of Practice
C.O.P # 01
Fire Prevention Requirements
(Management of Combustible Materials & Electrical
Inspections)
Rev. 01, Mar 23

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 reaction of three elements (fuel, heat and oxygen) if we remove 1 element, fire will end. Fire
is a major risk both to persons and to property. You can either help prevent fires, or you can help start/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 and management of combustible materials are generally inadequate and this 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 C-Name 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 with HSE-SIN-004 and HSE-SIN013 communicated earlier with the requirement for each project to have
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 following responsibilities, accountabilities and reporting requirements must be adhered to at all projects:
 The Project Leader shall appoint responsible and accountable persons for each floor to ensure 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 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
Walk By’s shall be issued to ATC assigned persons for any non-compliance observed, and written warnings
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 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 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, amber and green reporting method on a floor by floor, or villa by villa, cluster by cluster
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 left overnight in the building. The frequency of patrols shall be as per the 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 C-Name staff, including gate security, fire-marshals,
site engineers, foremen, procurement team , QAQC team and MEP team as well as the Project Leader and
subcontractors management . Tool Box talks shall also be provided regularly to all workers on site.
Control and Management of combustible materials
Client, C-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 point of receipt , to
storage , through to delivery to the workface or secondary storage areas , should be 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.
 Combustible material stores shall be designed and built at the early stages of construction and should be
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 delivered together with
their COSH sheets.
 Waste is not accumulated at any locations on Site (internal levels of the buildings, particularly basements,
and perimeter areas).
 Waste collection shall be removed to the Waste Segregation Area at the end of each and every work shift.
 Wood, carton, plastic, nylon, etc. and any other combustible material shall be removed immediately from
Site and disposed of as per the Project Waste Management and Environmental Management procedures.
 Nylon & plastic covering used for preservation and protection of equipment, floors, etc. shall be 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 & Pumps shall not be blocked, removed nor relocated nor used for construction purposes without
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
 Smoking on Site and inside Site offices is strictly prohibited and strict disciplinary actions must be taken
against violators.
 Storage of chemicals, insulation material, flammables and combustibles are prohibited on Site and
quantities are limited to daily use only where the excess shall leave the Site at the end of each work shift.
 All temporary structures (site offices, stores, workshops etc.) must comply with, and be certified by, Civil
Defense.
 Combustible material stores for Villa Projects or any external material stores must be constructed using
precast panels or block walls.
 Steel containers can be used as combustible/Chemical material stores provided they are fitted with fire
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
materials observed in any part of the building, even in rubbish piles, must be removed from the 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.
 Seek assistance from competent Electricians for all Electrical connectivity on the project. Never attempt
this of your own.
 Do not use halogen lights on the project.
 Put off fans/exhaust fans if they are not required. Never leave them in 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 and HSE-SIN-013, you are required to conduct weekly Fire Inspections for each floor and area on your
projects as per the attached checklist and maintain records of these inspections to be verified during internal
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 proper in building storage 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
• Any plant, equipment, furniture or materials must be unpacked immediately if has been delivered to the
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
used for
Combustible
Stores and
Temporary
structures
All Material used for Combustible Stores and temporary structures shall be made of non-
combustible material.
 Material shall comply with NFPA 501 Standard on Manufactured housing.
 The interior finish walls, columns, and partitions shall not have a flame spread index
exceeding 200.
 Ceiling interior finish shall not have a flame spread index exceeding 75.
 Walls adjacent to a furnace, hot works or a wall heater and the ceiling above them shall
have an interior finish with flame spread index not exceeding 25.
 Thermal Insulation used shall have flame spread of not more than 25.
 Material used to surface cooking and heating areas shall be limited- combustible materials
such as 8 mm gypsum board.
UAE Fire & Life Safety CoP Aug
2017
3.3.2 (Table 12.3) &
Chapter 1 Table 1.9.58
2. Separation
Distance
Minimum separation distance between building under construction and site offices, stores or
other temporary structures must be 9m for exposing wall length up to 6m.
Adequate detachment between temporary structures shall be provided.
2017
3.3.2 (Table 12.3 a)
3. Smoke
Detectors
Adequate temporary Fire Detection System such as smoke detectors must be installed as per the
Civil Defense approved drawing.
2017
3.3.2 (Table 12.3)
4. Fire Alarm
System
Adequate temporary Fire Protection System such as Fire Alarm to be installed as per the Civil
Defense approved drawing.
2017
3.3.2 (Table 12.3)
5.
Firefighting
equipment
Adequate temporary Firefighting System such as Fire Extinguishers, sprinklers and/ or firehose reel
to be installed as per the Civil Defense approved drawing.
2017
3.3.2 (Table 12.3)
6. Electrical
Appliances
and
Connections
All temporary electrical supplies must be designed by Electrical Engineer and installed by qualified
Electricians. Electrical Appliances such as AC, Exhaust fans, Lighting fixtures etc. must be inspected
by a competent electrician regularly.

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: Use One Color and One Letter
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-fighting equipment and sufficient
extinguishing agents available and operative at all
times?
  
1.2
Have workers been oriented on their correct use
and operation?
  
1.3
Are portable fire extinguishers of sufficient capacity
(at least 20 lbs.) and type available and strategically
positioned near hazardous work such that the travel
distance to the nearest unit is no greater than 15
meters?
  
1.4
Are regular checks undertaken to make sure that
the equipment is not missing or damaged?
  
1.5
Is a fully operational yard hydrant/Fire Hose reel
system available prior to start of construction
(excluding foundation work) and during the entire
construction period?
Where street hydrants are not available, are
temporary hydrants provided?
  
1.6
Is a waterline extended as soon as possible behind
construction to supplement the Fire Extinguishers
placed throughout the construction area?
  
1.7
Are permanent standpipes extended as close as
possible behind construction to allow use in case of
fire?
  
1.8
Are fully operative standpipes (wet risers) installed
up to one level below the highest current work level
and are sealed by temporary end caps?
  
1.9
(The following is a less stringent alternative to Item
8 above)
Where construction involves buildings more than 23
meters high, are fully operative standpipes (wet
risers) available not less 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 containing hose reels and portable
fire extinguishers inspected at regular intervals but
at least twice a week by competent persons?
  
1.11
Are hydrants and standpipes including fire water
supply system designed and installed in compliance
with UAE Fire and Life safety COP and according to
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 storage of any material within 3 meters of fire
hydrants/Fire Hose reels strictly prohibited? Is
access to the outlets unobstructed?
  
2 COMPARTEMENTATION / SEGMENTATION YES NO N/A COMMENTS
2.1
Are fire compartments as required by local
regulations installed as soon as possible after the
removal of formwork?
  

2.2
Are openings for lift shafts, service ducts and other
voids provisionally closed as soon as possible but
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, cutting or welding operations,
– use of blow lamps and torches,
– application of hot bitumen
or any other heat-producing operation ?
  
3.2
Are flammable materials protected from sparks
during welding or burning operations?
  
3.3
Is “Hot work” carried out only in the presence of at
least one worker equipped with a fire extinguisher
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 undergoing fit-out cleared of
combustible waste at the end of each working day?
  
4.3
Is waste put in safe, secure place awaiting collection
(i.e. not accessible to 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 flammable liquid available at the
work area limited to no more than will be needed
during the day, or to some other smaller amount
designated by the fire marshal or by regulations
and, when not needed, returned to safe storage?
  
4.6 Are solid fuels not permitted 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/combustible liquids are quickly cleared
from the workplace?
  
4.11
Are oxygen and acetylene hoses protected from
damage or kinking while in use?
Are workers aware of the danger that a flashback
could ignite the hose?
  
4.12 Are engine exhaust pipes kept clear of flammables?   
4.13
Are gasoline tanks and cans bonded together while
gasoline is being transferred in order to avoid the
possibility that vapors may be ignited by static
electric sparks?
  
4.14
Is the use of gasoline for any purpose other than a
fuel for internal combustion engines strictly
prohibited?
  

4.15
Are suitable solvents or waterless cleaning pastes
provided where men need them, so they will not be
tempted to use gasoline?
  
5 FIRE PREVENTION –STORAGE AREAS YES NO N/A COMMENTS
5.1 Are there any client supplied items on the project?   
5.2
Do any of the client supplied items have
combustible packaging?
  
5.3
Was client supplied material checked upon
receiving?
  
5.4
Was an identified area for client supplied material
advised to the delivery and site teams?
  
5.5
Has the Engineer been advised on the dangers
posed by the client supplied material and the
required actions?
  
5.6
Are storage areas separated from the rest of the
property under construction/erection by fire-
proof/resistant walls and doors?
  
5.7
Are All Material used for temporary site offices shall
be made of non-combustible material?
Material shall comply with NFPA 501 Standard on
Manufactured housing.
The interior finish walls, columns, and partitions
shall not have a flame spread index exceeding 200.
  
5.8
Is storage of material for the construction or
erection subdivided into storage units?
  
5.9
Are individual storage units separated by at least 50
m apart or by fire-proof walls?
  
5.10
Are all flammable material and especially all
flammable liquids and gases stored at a sufficiently
large distance from 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 at the
end of the working day?
  
5.13
Are there clear spaces around shelving and stacks of
stored materials and are adequate gangways
provided between them?
  
5.14
Are stacks and storage kept clear of light fittings and
hot service pipes?
  
5.15
Are stacks and shelving stable and unlikely to
collapse quickly should a fire start?
  
5.16
Are combustible materials stored in the right place
and excessive quantities in work areas avoided?
  
5.17
Are all stocks of flammable liquids kept in
purpose-built flammable storage liquid stores?
  
5.18 Is the flammable liquid store kept clean and tidy?   
5.19
Are flammable liquids kept away from all possible
sources of ignition?
  
5.20
Are all fuel and solvent containers placed on drip
trays and stored in approved containers strictly
according to the relevant national codes and
regulations?
  
5.21
Are any flammable gas cylinders stored safely,
ideally in an external fenced compound at least 2
  

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 during storage by a minimum
of (9.15 meters) or by a non-combustible barrier at
least (1.5 meters) high with fire resistant rating of at
least 1/hour (ANSI Z49.1-1967).
  
5.24
Are oxygen and acetylene cylinders in use firmly
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 warning notices, prohibiting smoking and 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 smoking areas
external to buildings and storage areas?
  
6.2
Are the dedicated smoking areas provided
with portable firefighting equipment and self-
extinguishing bins?
  
6.3
Are ashtrays / containers emptied at least once a
day, or more often if needed?
  
6.4
Are suitable spark-reducing tools provided for use in
places where there may be flammable vapors?
  
6.5
Are combustible materials and waste kept at a safe
distance from appliances?
  
6.6
Are there restrictions on the use of portable
appliances / electric equipment?
  
6.7
Do all construction machinery and plant receive
regular routine maintenance?
  
6.8 Is the lubrication of moving parts 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-cooling and circulation?
  
6.11
Are there no machinery and/or motors left running
during non- working hours?
  
6.12 Are open fires not allowed?   
6.13
Are competent electricians available to install
temporary wiring and to make any changes that are
needed? Are untrained men prohibited from making
changes or extensions?
  
6.14
Is a ground fault current interrupter system or an
approved grounding system in use?
  
6.15
Is electrical equipment in 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 including but not
limited to:
A. Proper handling, storage, and disposal of
combustible material, liquids, gases and wastes
B. Activities which can create fire hazards
C. Behaviors and practices that contribute to fire
safety
D. Type, size, number, condition and location of fire
extinguishers, fire-fighting equipment
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 fire protection equipment other than for its
intended purpose?
  
7.3
After an automatic sprinkler system has been put in
operation or a fire alarm system has been
energized, are they 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 suspicious origin?
Are proper administrative systems and records kept
on all aspects of fire safety?
  
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 aware of the contents of the Site
Fire Safety Plan and receive training in the use of
the fire-fighting facilities?
  
8.4
Are the contractor’s personnel trained in fire-
fighting and are fire- fighting drills carried out
weekly?
  
8.5
Is the nearest fire brigade familiar with the site and
is immediate access maintained for it at all times?
  
8.6 Is there a reliable fire alarm system in place?   
8.7
Is the fire alarm system connected to a monitoring
center manned 24/7 and with direct communication
link with the nearest fire brigade?
  
8.8
Is the fire alarm tested weekly and maintained on a
regular basis?
  
8.9
Is there a procedure for contacting the fire brigade
during the working day and when the worksite is
closed?
  
8.10 Is there a fire watch?   
8.11
In case of fire, is someone responsible for calling to
report the fire immediately, even though it is
anticipated that workers can get it under control
themselves?
  
8.12
Are the offices/Temporary structures are
constructed with Fire rated Material as per the UAE
Life and Fire safety COP?
  

Are All Material used for temporary site offices shall
be made of non-combustible material?
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 site fenced off and access controlled?   
9.2
Is every point of entry to the site and buildings
secured against intruders?
  
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-resisting doors kept closed at all
times when not in use?
  
9.5
Are the grounds surrounding the construction site
kept clear of combustible waste materials and
vegetation?
  
10 IN THE EVENT OF FIRE – DAMAGE CONTROL YES NO N/A COMMENTS
10.1
Is it possible to store goods clear of the floor to
prevent water damage?
  
10.2
Are adequate drains provided, and are they 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 duplicate copies 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 are available in right locations
2.
Fire alarms and fire extinguishers are visible and
accessible.
3.
Fire doors (e.g. in stairways) are kept closed unless
equipped with automatic closing device
4. Fire extinguishers are serviced regularly
5. Corridors and stairways are kept free of obstruction
6. Fire escape/ evacuation plan available and posted
7. First aid box available
8. Floor surfaces are kept dry and free of slip hazards
9.
Electrical cords and plugs are in good condition with
proper Grounding
10. Kitchen equipment checked
11. Fire blanket available in the pantry
12. Heat detector available in the pantry
13. Toilets floor clean and dry
14. Are staff trained to use Fire Extinguishers
15. Hand wash/ soap solution available in 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:
C-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 stacks of stored
materials and are adequate gangways provided between
them?
20.
Are stacks and storage kept clear of light fittings and hot
surfaces?
21.
Are all stocks of flammable liquids kept in purpose-
built flammable storage liquid stores?
22. Are storage areas generally cleaned and tidy?
23.
Are flammable liquids kept away from all possible sources
of ignition?
24. Emergency exit signs are available in right locations
25. Smoke detectors/fire alarm are visible and accessible.
26. Fire extinguishers are available are serviced regularly
27.
Are free standing shelves and cupboards secured for
stability?
28. Are heavy items stored at a suitable height?
29.
Are chemical containers used for storage suitable and
clearly labelled?
30. Is there adequate light in the storage area?
31. Are all small loose items secured in appropriate storage?
32.
Are warning notices, prohibiting smoking and 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 does not replace or supersede C-Name’s Code of Practice COP-01 for Fire Prevention
& Combustible Materials Management but is an extract from it.
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 C-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.
C-Name Construction
HSEQ & Org. Risk Dept.

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

Sl.
No
Description Yes No N/A Comments
DBs/ SDBs
34. Is earth conducted continued up to DB/ SDB?
35.
Whether DBs & extension boards are protected from rain/
water?
36. Is there any overloading of DBs/ SDBs?
37.
Are correct rated Circuit breakers provided in all main
boards and sub-boards?
38.
Is energized wiring in junction boxes, Circuit board panels
& similar places covered all times?
CABLES
39. Whether the condition of cable is checked?
40.
Are cables received checked for insulation resistance
before using them?
41. Are all main cables taken either underground/ overhead?
42. Are main cables protected from sharp/ heavy materials?
43. Is any improper jointing of cable identified?
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 resistance checked and found within limits?
ELECTRICALLY OPERATED MACHINES/ ACCESSORIES
49.
Whether the machine supply cable has industrial type
socket and plug?
50.
Are all metal parts of electrical equipment and 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:
Project Name: Company Name:
Location: Date :

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