Post on 15-Apr-2017
FIRE SAFETY TRAINING
Presented by: Jennifer Savariau-Morris
Objectives
At the end of the session participants will be able to:
• Explain the theory of fire• Name the types of fire• List at least five fire prevention tips• Name two fire prevention suppression devices• List the types of fire extinguishers
Objectives
• Demonstrate how to correctly use a fire extinguisher
• List the rules for fighting fires• Itemize the important evacuation steps• Demonstrate how to put out a fire
Theory of Fire
All fires must have these three elements in order to continue to blaze
Group Activity
Name 10 fire prevention tips for the workplace
Fire Suppression Systems
Heat Detector Photo-Smoke Detector
Manual Pull Station
Let’s Recap
USA Fire Classification"
Fire Class Geometric Symbol
Pictogram Intended Use Mnemonic
AOrdinary solid combustibles
A for "Ash"
BFlammable liquids and
gases B for “Barrel"
CEnergized electrical
equipment C for “Current”
D (none) Combustible
metals D for "Dynamite”
K Oils and fats K for "Kitchen”
UK Fire Classification
• The UK recognizes Six fire classes:• Class A fires involve organic solids such as paper
and wood• Class B fires involve flammable or combustible
liquids, including petrol, grease, and oil• Class C fires involve flammable gases• Class D fires involve combustible metals• Class E fires involve electrical equipment/appliances• Class F fires involve cooking fat and oil
Types of Fire Extinguishers for Various Fires
Types of Fire Extinguishers for Various Fires
ABC Fire ExtinguisherCan be used for all A,B,Cclasses of fires
Types of Fire Extinguishers for Various Fires
A Fire ExtinguisherCan be used for all Class A Fires
Types of Fire Extinguishers for Various Fires
AB Fire ExtinguisherFor all A,B classes of fire
Types of Fire Extinguishers for Various Fires
BC Fire Extinguisher (Carbon Dioxide) Can be used for all B,C classes of fire
Types of Fire Extinguishers for Various Fires
D Fire ExtinguishersA Class D fire extinguisher is required in places where combustible metal is being used These include metalssuch as magnesium,potassium, titanium and sodium
Types of Fire Extinguishers for Various Fires
K Fire ExtinguishersA type K fire is a hot oil or grease fireThese fires burn at extremely high temperatures, as cooking oils and grease are extremely combustible
How to Use a Fire Extinguisher
A four step procedure is used. It is referred to by the acronym P.A.S.S.
• P- Pull- the pin at the top of the extinguisher• A- Aim- the nozzle towards the base of the fire• S- Squeeze- the handles together• S- Sweep- the nozzle from side to side
How to Use a Fire Extinguisher
Lets Recap
Other Types of Fire Suppression Systems
• Dry Sand • Foam• Fire Blanket• Water• Ash
Fire Suppression Systems
Water can be Used When
Fighting: • Class A Fires• Class B Fires• Some Class K Fires
Do Not Use Water On
• Fires where live electricity is present — as water conducts electricity it presents an electrocution hazard
• Hydrocarbon fires — as it will only spread the fire because of the difference in density
• Metal fires — as these fires produce huge amounts of energy and water can also create violent chemical reactions with burning metal
• Fat fires — as vapor will carry and spread burning oil everywhere
Ash, Foam and Dry Sand
Used for • Class B fires• Class D fires• Fires in water eg. on the sea
The Rules for Fighting a Fire
Remember the Three A's• ACTIVATE the building alarm system or notify the
fire department by calling 911 or, have someone else do this for you
• ASSIST any persons in immediate danger, or those incapable on their own, to exit the building, without risk to yourself
• ATTEMPT to extinguish the fire only after the first two have been completed
The Rules for Fighting a Fire
Only fight a fire if:• The fire is small and contained• The fire is not above your waist• You are safe from toxic smoke• You have a means of escape• Your instincts tell you it's OK
Rules for Fighting a Fire
Do not fight the fire • If you are unsure of what started the fire• If the fire is spreading rapidly beyond the
spot where it started evacuate immediately
• If you don't have adequate or appropriate equipment
Let’s Recap
Can you Identify the fire hazards in this picture?
Fire Extinguisher Inspection
Fire extinguishers must be inspected every 30 days
Check for:• Correct location• Accessibility and visibility• Is the pressure gauge showing the
correct pressure
Maintenance
Must be done by a licensed professional at least once per year
Evacuation Procedures
RACE• R-remove anyone from immediate
danger• A-activate the building alarm• C-confine the fire by closing windows
and doors• E-evacuate the building
Evacuation Procedures
Inform colleagues who are still workingPromptly leave / evacuate the building
using the nearest emergency exit route Gather and report to the Safety Officer at
the designated assembly pointEnsure that your name is called during a
headcount
Evacuation Procedures
DO NOT return to the office / room to take things
DO NOT overtake or push other evacuees
DO NOT be playful, joke around or make light of the evacuation
Evacuation Procedures
If there are occupants who are sick, hurt or disabled, assist them to evacuate the building
Occupants may re-enter the building in an orderly fashion only AFTER the building is declared safe
If Your Clothes is on Fire
• Stop• Drop• Roll• Seek medical attention
If Someone’s Clothes is on Fire
• Try to stop them from running around• Assist them behind• Drop them to the ground• Roll with them• Use a thick clothing/ blanket to wrap
around the person to smother the fire• Seek medical attention
Remember !
• After a fire the building must be declared safe by the fire department
• Report directly to:• Police Station- 876- 926- 0000• Fire Station- 876-922-0000 or• 112, 911, 119
Rules for Simulation Exercise
• All participants must wear a dust mask and a gown
• The fire extinguisher is not a toy and must not be used after the flame has been extinguished
• Wash your face and hands after the exercise is complete
• Do not reuse the face mask and gown
Simulation Exercise
Lets go outside to put out fires!
Its Time to Role Play
Use five minutes to create a role play demonstrating what you have learnt during
the session.