| 1 | Preparations for Burning checklist | Confirm that all checks in the Preparations for Burning Table have been completed. |
| 2 | Fire & Rescue Service | Notify the appropriate Fire & Rescue Service Control Centre before burning each day. Details required by SFRS |
| 3 | Warning Signs | Erect warning signs, if burning close to popular areas for public access. |
| 4 | Weather conditions | Obtain a weather forecast. MetOffice forecast. |
| | - Is the weather suitable for burning now and how is it expected change during the day? The wind speed should not be above Force 3, 13-19 km/hr (8-12 mph). |
| | - Is the condition of the vegetation suitable for burning safely? |
| | - Decide where to burn in the expected weather conditions. If conditions change, re-assess. |
| 5 | Briefing | Carefully brief sufficient people to carry out the planned burning programme safely. At least one person should know the area well. |
| 6 | Risk Assessment | Review the Risk Assessment and confirm it is acceptable to proceed. |
| 7 | Equipment | Make sure that all equipment required for safe burning is available and fully serviceable. |
| 8 | Burning Team | Check that the burning teams are properly dressed and equipped. |
| 9 | Back-up team | Confirm that extra people are on call to assist, if necessary. |
| 10 | Firebreaks | Prepare firebreaks before lighting fires. The firebreaks to be used or created will depend on the conditions on the day. |
| 11 | Test Fire | Choose a safe place for a test fire to check fire behaviour and control methods. Alter methods and review the risk assessment. Only burn if the risks are acceptable. |
| 12 | Welfare | First aid kits should be carried and drinks should be available. |
| 13 | Fire & Rescue Service | Notify the appropriate Fire & Rescue Service Control Centre on completion, each day. |
