Emergency Evacuation Drill Planning and Evaluation Checklist

This emergency evacuation drill checklist ensures compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38 Emergency Action Plans, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code drill requirements, and NFPA 1600 Continuity Emergency and Crisis Management drill standards. Designed for safety officers and emergency coordinators planning and evaluating evacuation drills.

  • Industry: General Industry / Security Services
  • Frequency: Semi-Annual
  • Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
  • Role: Safety Officer / Emergency Coordinator
  • Total Items: 9
  • Compliance: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38 Emergency Action Plans, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code Drill Requirements, NFPA 1600 Continuity Emergency and Crisis Management, ADA Title III Emergency Evacuation of Persons with Disabilities, ISO 45001:2018 Emergency Preparedness

Pre-Drill Preparation

Warden assignments, announcement, and pre-drill checklist.

  • Floor wardens assigned and briefed for all areas?
  • Pre-drill communication plan confirmed (announce to employees, not public)?
  • Assembly points confirmed and posted on evacuation maps?
  • Areas of Rescue Assistance (ARA) assigned for employees with disabilities?

Drill Execution and Evaluation

Timing, accountability, and post-drill debrief.

  • Total evacuation time documented from alarm to headcount completion?
  • 100% employee headcount completed at assembly point?
  • Post-drill debrief conducted identifying gaps and improvement actions?
  • Drill documented with date, type, evacuation time, participant count, and findings?
  • Drill Evaluation Notes and Improvement Actions

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Why Use This Emergency Evacuation Drill Planning and Evaluation Checklist?

This emergency evacuation drill planning and evaluation checklist helps general industry / security services teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for safety officer / emergency coordinator professionals, this checklist covers 9 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: semi-annual.

Ensures compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38 Emergency Action Plans, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code Drill Requirements, NFPA 1600 Continuity Emergency and Crisis Management, ADA Title III Emergency Evacuation of Persons with Disabilities, ISO 45001:2018 Emergency Preparedness. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Emergency Evacuation Drill Planning and Evaluation Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 9 inspection items across 2 sections: Pre-Drill Preparation, Drill Execution and Evaluation. It is designed for general industry / security services operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed semi-annual. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.

Who should use this Emergency Evacuation Drill Planning and Evaluation Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Safety Officer / Emergency Coordinator professionals in the general industry / security services industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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