Fire Safety
Plan
This Construction Fire Safety Plan has been prepared in accordance with the applicable fire code and the requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction. It is the responsibility of the contractor and site supervisor to ensure this plan is implemented, maintained, and available on-site at all times during construction.
Table of Contents
| 1 | General Information | 3 |
| 1.1 | Project & Building Information | 3 |
| 1.2 | Utility Contacts | 3 |
| 2 | Emergency Procedures | 4 |
| 2.1 | Upon Discovery of Fire | 4 |
| 2.2 | Fire Extinguisher Use (PASS) | 4 |
| 2.3 | Muster Point | 4 |
| 3 | Emergency Roles & Contacts | 5 |
| 3.1 | Site Supervisor & Health and Safety Officer | 5 |
| 3.2 | Emergency Roles | 5 |
| 3.3 | Fire Wardens | 5 |
| 3.4 | Medical Facilities | 5 |
| 4 | Training Requirements | 6 |
| 5 | Fire Prevention | 6 |
| 6 | Fire Protection Equipment | 6 |
| 7 | Hot Works Program | 7 |
| 8 | Flammable & Hazardous Materials | 7 |
| 9 | Site Security Measures | 8 |
| 10 | Compliance & Acknowledgment | 9 |
| App. A | Emergency Contact Posting Sheet | 10 |
| App. B | Hot Works Permit Program & Log | 11 |
| App. C | SDS / Hazardous Materials Inventory | 12 |
General Information
1.1 Project & Building Information
| Project Name | — |
| Site Address | — |
| City | — |
| Province / State | — |
| Owner / Developer | — |
| Date Prepared | — |
| Nature of Work | — |
| Work Description | — |
| Authority Having Jurisdiction | — |
| AHJ Phone | — |
| FD Non-Emergency | — |
1.2 Utility Contacts
| Utility | Company | Emergency Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Gas | — | — |
| Electricity | — | — |
| Water | — | — |
| Sewer | — | — |
1.3 Additional Notes
Emergency Procedures
2.1 Upon Discovery of Fire
All workers must be familiar with and follow these procedures immediately upon discovering a fire or smoke condition on site:
- Immediately sound THREE (3) long blasts on the nearest air horn. Do not search for a supervisor. Do not wait. Any person who discovers fire or smoke is responsible for sounding the alarm at once.
- Call 911. Give the site address, your name, and the nature of the emergency. Do not hang up until instructed.
- Notify the Site Supervisor and/or Health & Safety Officer.
- Evacuate all personnel from the immediate area and assist others if it is safe to do so.
- Proceed directly to the designated Muster Point (see Section 2.3) and remain there until instructed otherwise.
- Do not re-enter the structure until the Fire Department provides the official all-clear.
- Only attempt to fight the fire with a portable extinguisher if: (a) the fire is small and contained; (b) you have been trained; (c) you have a clear escape route behind you; (d) the alarm has already been activated and 911 called.
2.2 Fire Extinguisher Use — PASS Method
2.3 Muster Point
All personnel must proceed directly to the muster point upon any alarm activation. The Site Supervisor will conduct a headcount. No one may re-enter until the Fire Department provides the all-clear.
Emergency Roles & Contacts
3.1 Site Supervisor & Health and Safety Officer
3.2 Emergency Roles
3.3 Fire Wardens
Fire Wardens are responsible for proactive daily fire prevention: verifying air horns and extinguishers are in place at the start of each shift, monitoring for hazards, and keeping exit routes clear. During an emergency, each warden accounts for personnel in their area at the muster point.
| Role / Trade | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
| No wardens specified. | ||
3.4 Medical Facilities
| Facility | Name / Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest Clinic | — | — |
| Clinic Address | — | |
| Nearest Hospital | — | — |
| Hospital Address | — | |
Training Requirements
- Site-specific fire safety orientation covering emergency procedures, muster point location, and alarm signal recognition.
- Fire extinguisher use (PASS method) — all supervisory personnel and fire wardens.
- Hot works permit program orientation — all workers performing hot works activities.
- Hazardous materials handling — workers involved in storage or use of flammable/combustible materials.
- Annual review of fire safety plan by all supervisory staff as required by the applicable fire code.
Fire Prevention
- No smoking except in designated areas clearly marked and located away from combustible materials.
- Combustible waste and debris must be removed daily and not allowed to accumulate.
- Flammable and combustible materials must be stored in approved containers and designated storage areas.
- Heating equipment must maintain minimum clearance from combustibles as required by manufacturer specifications.
- Temporary wiring must comply with applicable electrical code requirements and be inspected regularly.
- All exit routes must remain clear and unobstructed at all times.
Fire Protection Equipment
- Portable fire extinguishers — minimum 2A:10BC rating, located within 75 feet of all work areas, inspected monthly.
- First aid kit — maintained by the Health & Safety Officer and located at the site supervisor area.
- Emergency lighting where work extends to enclosed areas without natural light.
- Fire extinguishers must be inspected monthly and serviced annually by a certified contractor.
- All fire protection equipment must be signed off in the site inspection log.
Hot Works Program
Flammable & Hazardous Materials
Site Security Measures
Compliance & Acknowledgment
10.1 Regulatory Compliance
This Construction Fire Safety Plan has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the applicable provincial fire code. It meets or exceeds all requirements of the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
The plan must be kept on-site and made available to the Fire Department or Authority Having Jurisdiction upon request.
10.2 Responsibilities of the Site Supervisor
- Ensure all workers receive a fire safety orientation before commencing work.
- Ensure this CFSP is posted and accessible on-site at all times.
- Ensure all fire protection equipment is in place, inspected, and functional.
- Ensure that hot works permits are completed and fire watch requirements are met.
- Notify the AHJ and Fire Department of any material change to site conditions.
- Conduct and document site fire safety inspections at least weekly.
- Ensure all fire wardens conduct daily start-of-shift checks — air horn in place and functional, extinguishers in place and unobstructed, exit routes clear.
- Ensure all Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are current and filed in Appendix C.
10.3 Disclaimer
Fahrenheit 451 Holdings Inc. has prepared this Construction Fire Safety Plan based on information provided by the client. The accuracy of site information, personnel details, and work scope are the sole responsibility of the contractor and building owner.
10.4 Acknowledgment & Signature
By signing below, the authorized representative acknowledges having read, understood, and accepted responsibility for implementing this Construction Fire Safety Plan.
This document is proprietary and confidential.
Contacts
& Procedures
| Role | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Site Supervisor | — | — |
| HSO / Safety Officer | — | — |
| After-Hours (Primary) | — | — |
| After-Hours (Backup) | — | — |
| 911 Caller | — | — |
| Meet & Guide FD | — | — |
| Muster Point | — | |
Give your site address and stay on the line until instructed to hang up.
Hot Works Permit Program & Activity Log
Program Requirements
- A Hot Works Permit must be completed and approved before any hot works activity begins.
- Permits are valid for one shift only. A new permit is required for each shift.
- Fire watch must be maintained for a minimum of 60 minutes after all hot works cease.
- The fire watch person must have a functional fire extinguisher immediately available.
- All permits must be retained for the duration of the project and available to the AHJ on request.
Hot Works Activity Log
| Date | Location on Site | Type of Work | Permit Issued By | Worker Name | Start Time | End Time | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hot Works Permit Form
| Project Name | Date | ||
| Location of Work | |||
| Type of Hot Works | |||
| Worker Name(s) | |||
| Equipment Used | |||
| Combustibles Removed? | □ Yes □ No | Fire Watch Assigned? | □ Yes □ No |
| Extinguisher On Hand? | □ Yes □ No | Time Issued | |
| Permit Issued By | Work Completed | ||
| Permit Closed By | Signature | ||
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) / Hazardous Materials Inventory
Safety Data Sheets for all hazardous materials on site must be filed here. All SDS documents must be available to workers and the AHJ upon request.
Hazardous Materials Inventory Table
| # | Product / Material Name | Manufacturer | Hazard Class | Storage Location | Qty on Site | SDS On File? | Date Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | □ Yes □ No | ||||||
| 2 | □ Yes □ No | ||||||
| 3 | □ Yes □ No | ||||||
| 4 | □ Yes □ No | ||||||
| 5 | □ Yes □ No | ||||||
| 6 | □ Yes □ No | ||||||
| 7 | □ Yes □ No | ||||||
| 8 | □ Yes □ No | ||||||
| 9 | □ Yes □ No | ||||||
| 10 | □ Yes □ No | ||||||
| 11 | □ Yes □ No | ||||||
| 12 | □ Yes □ No |
SDS Filing Record
| SDS Inventory Prepared By | |
| Date Prepared | |
| Last Reviewed | |
| Next Review Due |