Campground Safety Inspection

Campground safety inspections protect visitors from fire hazards, falling trees, electrical defects, and sanitation failures. This checklist addresses NFPA fire safety standards, campground operator licensing requirements, and land management agency standards for safe campground operations.

Industry: Sports and Recreation
Frequency: Daily during camping season
Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
Role: Campground Host / Park Ranger / Campground Manager
Total Items: 27

Fire Safety and Fire Rings

Inspect fire containment and fire safety compliance.

All fire rings and fire grates structurally intact with no broken or missing components?
Fire rings clear of debris, ash buildup, or combustible material overflow?
Current fire restrictions posted at campground entrance and enforced?
No unattended fires or smoldering fires in any sites?
Fire rings have minimum 10-foot clearance from tents, vehicles, and combustibles?
Water supply accessible near campsites for fire suppression?
Fire extinguisher accessible at camp host or ranger station?

Hazard Tree Assessment

Identify dangerous trees over campsites and roads.

No hazard trees (dead standing, leaning, heavily damaged) directly over tent pads?
No hazard trees over campground roads or parking areas?
No significant bark beetle or pest infestation killing trees over sites?
Recent high wind event sites inspected for new widow-makers?
Previously identified hazard trees tagged or site closed until removed?
Dead branches over campsites and roads cleared or sites closed?

Water Systems and Electrical Hookups

Inspect campground utilities for safety and function.

Potable water system operational with adequate pressure?
Drinking water tested per required schedule with passing results?
Electrical pedestals at RV sites functioning and free of damage?
Electrical hookups GFCI protected with no exposed wiring?
Water hookups at sites sealed when not in use?
Sewer hookups at full-hookup sites sealed and not leaking?
RV dump station functioning with rinse water available?

Sanitation, Roads, and General Safety

Inspect restrooms, roads, and general campground conditions.

Restrooms and vault toilets clean, stocked, and odor controlled?
Garbage collected and bear-proof containers functioning?
Campground roads and loops free of dangerous ruts, washouts, or low branches?
Speed limit signs posted on campground roads?
Quiet hours policy posted and being enforced?
First aid supplies accessible at camp host or ranger station?
Daily campground inspection log completed?

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Why Use This Campground Safety Inspection?

This campground safety inspection helps sports and recreation teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for campground host / park ranger / campground manager professionals, this checklist covers 27 critical inspection points across 4 sections. Recommended frequency: daily during camping season.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Campground Safety Inspection cover?

This checklist covers 27 inspection items across 4 sections: Fire Safety and Fire Rings, Hazard Tree Assessment, Water Systems and Electrical Hookups, Sanitation, Roads, and General Safety. It is designed for sports and recreation operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily during camping season. Each completion takes approximately 45-60 minutes.

Who should use this Campground Safety Inspection?

This checklist is designed for Campground Host / Park Ranger / Campground Manager professionals in the sports and recreation 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.