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Room Identification and Occupancy Posting

Room name or number matches posted identification

Confirm the room identifier on the door or wall matches the inspection record and internal space designation.

Yes No N/A

Posted occupant load is visible at the room entrance critical (required)

Occupant load posting must be clearly visible from the normal point of entry.

Yes No N/A

Posted occupant load matches current room configuration critical (required)

Record the posted occupant load and verify it matches the current furniture layout, room use, and approved configuration.

Current room setup does not exceed posted occupant load critical (required)

Verify the number of seats, tables, and expected attendees does not exceed the posted limit.

Yes No N/A

Exit Access and Egress Path Clearance

Primary exit access path is clear and unobstructed critical (required)

Verify the route from the room to the exit door is free of furniture, storage, cords, trip hazards, and temporary items.

Yes No N/A

Secondary exit access path is clear where required critical (required)

If the room has a second exit or alternate egress route, verify it is accessible and unobstructed.

Yes No N/A

Egress path width is not reduced below required clear width critical (required)

Measure the narrowest clear width along the egress route and record the value.

Exit doors open freely and are not blocked on either side critical (required)

Confirm exit doors can be opened without obstruction and are not impeded by furniture, decorations, or stored items.

Yes No N/A

Exit route is free of extension cords, loose cables, and trip hazards

Check the walking path for cords, mats, uneven flooring, or other hazards that could impede safe evacuation.

Yes No N/A

Room Layout, Furniture, and Temporary Conditions

Furniture layout maintains clear circulation to exits critical (required)

Tables, chairs, podiums, and other furnishings must not create dead ends or block movement to the exit.

Yes No N/A

No temporary storage is placed in the meeting room egress path critical (required)

Verify boxes, supplies, AV cases, cleaning carts, or other temporary items are not stored in the exit access route.

Yes No N/A

Decorations, displays, and signage do not obstruct exits or visibility

Check that wall hangings, banners, and event signage do not cover exit signs, doors, or occupant load postings.

Yes No N/A

Seating arrangement allows safe movement and evacuation

Verify chair spacing and table placement allow occupants to move quickly toward the exit without crowding or entrapment.

Yes No N/A

Fire Protection and Life Safety Features

Exit signage is visible from the room and along the route critical (required)

Confirm exit signs are illuminated or otherwise visible where required and are not blocked by decorations or equipment.

Yes No N/A

Emergency lighting appears functional in the exit access route critical (required)

Verify emergency lighting units are present and show no visible damage or failure indicators in the route serving the room.

Yes No N/A

Fire alarm devices in the area are unobstructed and visible

Check that pull stations, strobes, and notification devices are not blocked by furniture, displays, or stored items.

Yes No N/A

Corrective Actions and Inspector Notes

Deficiencies documented with location and observed condition

Record any non-conformance, including the exact location, condition observed, and whether the issue is critical.

Corrective action owner and due date assigned for each deficiency

List the responsible person or team and the target completion date for each corrective action.

Inspector signature

Inspector confirms the audit findings are accurate and complete.

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Run: Meeting Room Capacity and Fire Code Compliance Audit

Room Identification and Occupancy Posting

Exit Access and Egress Path Clearance

Room Layout, Furniture, and Temporary Conditions

Fire Protection and Life Safety Features

Corrective Actions and Inspector Notes

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