School Fire Alarm Weekly Test Checklist

Use this checklist where the school has a fire detection and alarm system. If the system does not apply, stop and do not complete the test record.

Enter the date on which this weekly test is carried out.

Enter the name or identifier of the person carrying out the test.

Review the previous weekly test records before selecting the manual call point for this test.

If multiple manual call points exist, select a different manual call point from the one used in the previous weekly test, rotating the selection so that multiple call points are covered over time. If only one manual call point exists, select that call point.

Enter the identifier, location, or other description that uniquely identifies the manual call point used for this test.

Operate the selected manual call point in accordance with the system's operating instructions and carry out the weekly fire detection and alarm test.

Select the result that matches the outcome of the weekly test.

If a defect or other issue was identified, record what happened, which equipment or location was affected, and any relevant reference or follow-up information. Leave blank if no defect or issue was identified.

If a defect or issue was identified, escalate it using the school's established defect-reporting and escalation process.

Check that quarterly and annual inspections and tests of the fire detection and alarm system are arranged with a competent person, where applicable.