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Fire Alarm Panel Inspection Checklist

Periodic inspection and testing record for fire alarm control panels and connected devices.

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System & Inspection Details

Inspection Items

Circle or mark the applicable column for each item: P = Pass  |  F = Fail  |  N/A = Not applicable. Record notes for any F.

# Check P F N/A Notes / Action
Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)
1Panel powered: mains supply on, no AC power trouble
2Panel in normal operating mode: no active alarms or faults
3Trouble signals: all trouble conditions investigated and cleared
4Ground fault indicator: no ground fault present
5History log: reviewed for recurring faults or patterns
6Panel software version: current, no pending firmware updates
Power Supply & Batteries
7Primary power supply: voltage within specification
8Battery voltage: measured and within range (standby)
9Battery load test: voltage under load within specification
10Battery connections: tight, no corrosion
11Battery date: within replacement lifecycle (typically 3-5 years)
12UPS / backup supply (if fitted): operational
Initiating Devices
13Smoke detectors (sample): tested via approved method, alarm received at panel
14Heat detectors (sample): tested via approved method, alarm received at panel
15Manual call points / pull stations: tested, alarm received at panel
16Duct smoke detectors: tested, HVAC shutdown confirmed
17Beam detectors (if fitted): alignment correct, tested
18Sprinkler flow switch (if monitored): tested, alarm received
Notification Appliances
19Horns / sounders: audible throughout coverage area
20Strobes / visual alarm devices: operational, visible in all required locations
21Voice evacuation system (if fitted): clarity test passed
22Speaker circuits: no open or short circuits
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Building
Date
Inspector
# Check P F N/A Notes / Action
Ancillary Functions
23Elevator recall: tested, elevator returns to designated floor
24Fire door holders / closers: release on alarm, doors close fully
25HVAC shutdown: confirmed on alarm activation
26Stairwell pressurisation (if fitted): activates on alarm
27Emergency lighting interface (if fitted): activates on alarm
28Gas suppression interface (if fitted): signal received correctly
Communication & Monitoring
29Central monitoring station: signal transmitted and received
30Transmission time: within required seconds
31Trouble signal restoration: confirmed at monitoring station
32Building annunciator / repeater panel: mirrors FACP status correctly
33Telephone / intercom system (if fitted): operational between stations
Documentation
34Previous inspection report: reviewed, open items addressed
35System drawings and zone chart: current and accessible at panel
36Inspection logbook: updated with findings
Overall Result
PASS: all items satisfactory, system compliant FAIL: defect(s) identified, see table below

Defects & Action Required  (list any item marked F: reference item # from checklist)

Item # Defect description Action taken / reported to Rectified by / date

Declaration

I declare that I have inspected and tested this fire alarm control panel and connected devices in accordance with AS 1851, NFPA 72 and site procedures. All tests are recorded accurately. Any faults or deficiencies have been reported to the building owner or responsible person and the monitoring company.

Inspector / Technician Sign-off
Signature
Print name
Date & time
Building Manager / Fire Safety Officer Acknowledgement
Signature
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Date