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This document outlines the topics covered in a fire safety training course, including fire science, fire safety inspections, evacuation plans, fire extinguishers, and other fire protection features. The course covers elements of the fire tetrahedron, different types of fires and fuels, smoke, and combustible vs flammable materials. It discusses performing fire safety inspections and common workplace hazards. Evacuation plans, fire drills, and what to do if trapped in a fire are also outlined. The document reviews fire extinguisher inspections, maintenance/recordkeeping, types, and sizing. Finally, it briefly mentions sprinklers, alarms, detectors, fire doors, and suppression systems as other fire protection features.
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- 1. FIRE SAFETY TRAINING THE LOSS PREVENTION UNIT OF THE OFFICE OF RISK MANAGEMENT
- 2. COURSE OUTLINE I. FIRE SCIENCE II. FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS III. EVACUATION PLAN IV. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS V. OTHER FEATURES OF FIRE PROTECTION
- 3. FIRE SCIENCE
- 4. FIRE SCIENCE What elements are needed to start a fire?
- 6. FIRE SCIENCE FUEL CAN BE LIQUID: Grease, Oil, Fuel; SOLID: Wood, Paper, Metal; GAS: Natural Gas, Propane, Acetylene.
- 7. CLASS “A” FIRES - Ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, cloth.
- 8. CLASS “B” FIRES - Flammable liquids such as oil, grease
- 9. CLASS “C” FIRES - Energized electrical equipment
- 10. CLASS “D” FIRES - Flammable Metals
- 11. FIRE SCIENCE What is smoke?
- 12. FIRE SCIENCE WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COMBUSTIBLE AND FLAMMABLE MATERIAL? Combustible material has a flashpoint of 100 F or above Flammable material has a flashpoint below 100 F [Ref. NFPA 96]
- 13. FIRE SCIENCE
- 14. FIRE SCIENCE
- 15. REGARDING FIREFIGHTING, MSDSs TELL YOU IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT THE CHEMICALS OR PRODUCTS YOU STORE!
- 16. FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS YOUR ORM LOSS PREVENTION OFFICER IS AVAILABLE TO ASSIST
- 17. FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS SOME HAZARDS TO LOOK FOR IN YOUR WORKPLACE
- 18. EXAMPLES • Locked or blocked exits (common hazard) • Trash or debris Electrical hazards Cooking hazards Chemical, Gas Cylinders/ System, and Labs • Smoking Areas • Exit Signs Blocked exits/isles/hallways • Fire extinguisher hazards • Emergency lighting hazards • Emergency stairway doors blocked or propped open
- 20. FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS REMEMBER The best way to fight fire is to prevent it
- 22. EVACUATION PLAN COMPONENTS OF AN EVACUATION PLAN • Emergency Control Committee - develops plan • Emergency Crews - administer plan • Escape routes - primary & secondary • Maps - posted indicating escape routes, first aid kits and extinguishers
- 23. FIRE EVACUATION PLAN WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE FOLLOW YOUR AGENCY’S FIRE EVACUATION PLAN
- 24. FIRE EVACUATION PLAN • Don’t panic • Try to find a secondary exit • Feel doors for heat with your hand • If the door is hot, don’t open it! • If you can’t find another exit, stay where you are WHAT TO DO IF YOU SHOULD BECOME TRAPPED IN A BUILDING
- 25. FIRE EVACUATION PLAN • Seal doors and vents to prevent smoke penetration. • If possible call “911” and report your exact location. • Stay low to avoid smoke and heat.
- 26. EVACUATION PLAN • Fire officials (either State or Local officials) • Office of State Buildings. The plan should be reviewed and, if possible, approved by
- 27. EVACUATION PLAN …are conducted at least once each year, but some agencies may require them more frequently. FIRE DRILLS…
- 28. EVACUATION PLAN FIRE DRILLS… cont. Remember to DOCUMENT: • Date & time • Employees & visitors present • Outside meeting location • Headcount • Time of entire drill
- 30. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS KNOW WHERE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS ARE LOCATED IN YOUR WORKPLACE LEARN HOW TO USE THEM FFECTIVELY NEVER LEAVE AN EXTINGUISHED FIRE UNATTENDED
- 31. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS INSPECTIONS • The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) defines an inspection as a “quick check” that the extinguisher is available and will function NFPA requires extinguishers be inspected monthly, or more frequently if circumstances require it
- 32. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Anyone. NFPA says “minimal knowledge required” WHO CAN INSPECT A FIRE EXTINGUISHER
- 33. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS •Extinguisher located in designated place? •Obstructions to access or visibility? •Operating Instructions on nameplate legible & facing outward? •Seals & tamper indicators in place & intact? INSPECTION PROCEDURES
- 34. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS • Determine fullness by weight or by “hefting.” Invert & shake it will help ensure “caking” or hardening of powder has not occurred. • Visually examine for obvious physical damage, corrosion, leakage, or a clogged nozzle. • Check to see if the pressure gauge is in operable range.
- 36. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS NFPA defines maintenance as a “thorough check” of the extinguisher. MAINTENANCE
- 37. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTOR CONTRACTOR In Louisiana, must be licensed & certified by the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) to perform such work.
- 38. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS The NFPA says that maintenance should be performed at least annually HOW OFTEN SHOULD MAINTENANCE BE PERFORMED
- 39. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS NFPA requires that a tag be attached to the extinguisher indicating: 1. The month & year the maintenance was performed, and 2. Identification of the person & the company performing the work. MAINTENANCE RECORDKEEPING
- 41. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Extinguisher Rating System
- 42. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS TYPES OF EXTINGUISHERS: Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
- 43. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS TYPES OF EXTINGUISHERS: Stored pressure dry powder (ABC)
- 44. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS TYPES OF EXTINGUISHERS: Clean agent type extinguishers (Halon)
- 45. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS SIZES: Minimum size is 2A:10BC. The number indicates the number of square feet & the letter indicates the type of fire.
- 46. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER Ensure that each area has the proper type fire extinguisher!
- 47. OTHER FEATURES OF FIRE PROTECTION SPRINKLERS
- 49. OTHER FEATURES OF FIRE PROTECTION ALARMS
- 50. OTHER FEATURES OF FIRE PROTECTION DETECTORS & STOBES
- 51. OTHER FEATURES OF FIRE PROTECTION FIRE DOORS
- 52. OTHER FEATURES OF FIRE PROTECTION SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS
- 53. THE END! THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING!