Nursing Home Fire Drill Checklist - FREE PDF

Fire drill for skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. Includes procedures for residents with mobility limitations and cognitive impairment.

Industry: Long-Term Care / Nursing Homes
Frequency: Quarterly per shift
Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
Role: Administrator / Safety Officer
Total Items: 26
Compliance: CMS LTC, NFPA 101 Healthcare, Joint Commission, State Survey

Pre-Inspection Setup

Initial verification and preparation before conducting Nursing Home Fire Drill Checklist.

Required documentation available?
Inspection tools/equipment ready?
Inspection area accessible and safe?
Relevant personnel notified?

Visual Inspection

Visual examination of equipment, systems, or conditions per CMS LTC requirements.

Overall condition satisfactory?
Labels and markings legible?
Mounting/installation secure?
Required clearances maintained?
Free from obstructions?

Functional Testing

Operational tests and functional verification.

Operational test performed?
Operation within normal parameters?
Safety devices functioning?
Gauges/indicators reading correctly?

Compliance Verification

Verify compliance with CMS LTC, NFPA 101 Healthcare, Joint Commission, State Survey requirements.

Meets current code requirements?
Service/maintenance current?
Documentation complete and current?
Prior deficiencies corrected?

Maintenance Assessment

Identify maintenance requirements and corrective actions.

Maintenance required?
Priority Level
Maintenance Description

Inspection Summary

Document overall findings and follow-up actions.

Overall Inspection Result
Re-inspection required?
Re-inspection Due Date
Detailed Findings Notes
Corrective Actions Required
Inspector Signature/Verification

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Why Use This Nursing Home Fire Drill Checklist?

This nursing home fire drill checklist helps long-term care / nursing homes teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for administrator / safety officer professionals, this checklist covers 26 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly per shift.

Ensures compliance with CMS LTC, NFPA 101 Healthcare, Joint Commission, State Survey. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Nursing Home Fire Drill Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 26 inspection items across 6 sections: Pre-Inspection Setup, Visual Inspection, Functional Testing, Compliance Verification, Maintenance Assessment, Inspection Summary. It is designed for long-term care / nursing homes operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed quarterly per shift. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.

Who should use this Nursing Home Fire Drill Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Administrator / Safety Officer professionals in the long-term care / nursing homes 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.