| Item | YES | NO | N/A |
| 1 | Hot work operations fully stopped; work zone physically inspected for residual heat sources or ignition potential | | | |
| 2 | No active sparks, embers, or hot slag present — all work surfaces confirmed cooled to ambient conditions | | | |
| 3 | ABC dry-chemical extinguisher (10 lb. minimum) staged and readily reachable within the fire-watch patrol zone | | | |
| 4 | Emergency contact list available: FDNY 911, Site Foreman, SSM, CSFSM | | | |
| 5 | All exit corridors, stairwells, and egress paths clear and fully illuminated | | | |
| 6 | All fire pull stations unobstructed, visible, and free of damage | | | |
| 7 | Voice communication established with site foreman and relief watchperson — radio or telephone confirmed working | | | |
| 8 | All fire protection system impairments (sprinkler, alarm) reported to FDNY and recorded before watch commences | | | |
"I certify that I performed the fire watch described above in strict accordance with NYC FC §901.7 and the conditions of my FDNY Certificate of Fitness."