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Canadian School Facilities Compliance Checklist

Complete inspection checklist covering NFC 2020 fire safety, NBC 2020 building standards, Provincial OHS requirements, CSA electrical standards, and AODA accessibility. Be audit-ready for your fire marshal inspections.

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Updated Feb 2026

The Hidden Cost of Manual Compliance

Canadian schools must comply with NFC 2020 fire codes, NBC 2020 building codes, Provincial OHS requirements, and CSA standards - each with different frequencies and documentation needs.

82%
of school facilities teams
struggle with multi-jurisdictional compliance (federal, provincial, municipal)
C$100K+
potential penalty
for serious OHS violations under provincial acts
5+ hrs
average time spent
preparing for fire marshal inspections and NFC compliance

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Complete Canadian Compliance Checklist

Use this checklist to ensure your Canadian school facilities meet all regulatory requirements. Click any section to expand or collapse.

Fire Safety Planning

Fire Detection & Alarm (CAN/ULC-S536)

Portable Fire Extinguishers

Sprinkler System (NFPA 25 / CAN/ULC-S536)

Emergency Lighting & Exit Signs

Structural Safety

Elevator & Escalator (CSA B44)

Accessibility (AODA / Provincial Standards)

HVAC Systems

Risk Assessment & Management

Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC)

Incident Reporting & Investigation

Contractor Safety

Fixed Electrical Installation

Portable Electrical Equipment

Emergency Power Systems

Classroom Environment

Science Laboratory

Sports & Recreation

Security & Access

Total inspection items: 80+ tasks across 5 compliance categories
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Temperature Monitoring

Science lab refrigerators: Automatic temperature logging and excursion alerts
Food storage (if cafeteria): HACCP compliance with continuous monitoring

Water Quality

Swimming pool: Automated chlorine and pH monitoring
Hot water systems: Legionella prevention with temperature alerts

Safety Systems

Emergency lighting: Automated monthly functional test logging
Fire alarm panel: Remote monitoring and fault notification

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Disclaimer

This checklist is based on Canadian standards including NFC 2020, NBC 2020, Provincial OHS Acts, CSA Standards, and AODA accessibility requirements. Requirements may vary by province, building type, and school classification. Always verify specific requirements with your local fire marshal and provincial education ministry.

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Last updated: February 2026