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FIRE SAFETY TRAINING
THE LOSS PREVENTION UNIT OF THE
OFFICE OF RISK MANAGEMENT
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COURSE OUTLINE
I. FIRE SCIENCE
II. FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS
III. EVACUATION PLAN
IV. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
V. OTHER FEATURES OF FIRE PROTECTION
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FIRE SCIENCE
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FIRE SCIENCE
What elements are needed to start a fire?
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FIRE SCIENCE
HEAT
CHEMICALCHAIN
REACTION
FUELOXYGEN
The FireThe FireTetrahedronTetrahedron
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FIRE SCIENCE
FUEL CAN BE
LIQUID: Grease, Oil, Fuel;
SOLID: Wood, Paper, Metal;
GAS: Natural Gas, Propane, Acetylene.
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CLASS “A” FIRES - Ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, cloth.
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CLASS “B” FIRES - Flammable liquids such as oil, grease
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CLASS “C” FIRES - Energized electrical equipment
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CLASS “D” FIRES - Flammable Metals
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FIRE SCIENCE
What is smoke?
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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]
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FIRE SCIENCE
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FIRE SCIENCE
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REGARDING FIREFIGHTING, MSDSs TELL YOU IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT THE CHEMICALS
OR PRODUCTS YOU STORE!
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FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS
YOUR ORM LOSS PREVENTION
OFFICER IS AVAILABLE TO ASSIST
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FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS
SOME HAZARDS TO LOOK FOR IN YOUR WORKPLACE
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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
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FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS
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FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS
REMEMBER
The best way to fight fire is to prevent it
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FIRE EVACUATION PLAN
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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
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FIRE EVACUATION PLAN
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE
FOLLOW YOUR AGENCY’S FIRE EVACUATION PLAN
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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
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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.
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EVACUATION PLAN
• Fire officials (either State or Local officials)
• Office of State Buildings.
The plan should be reviewed and, if possible, approved by
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EVACUATION PLAN
…are conducted at least once each year, but some
agencies may require them more frequently.
FIRE DRILLS…
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EVACUATION PLANFIRE DRILLS… cont.
Remember to DOCUMENT:
• Date & time
• Employees & visitors present
• Outside meeting location
• Headcount
• Time of entire drill
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
KNOW WHERE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS ARE LOCATED IN YOUR WORKPLACE
LEARN HOW TO USE THEM FFECTIVELY
NEVER LEAVE AN EXTINGUISHED FIRE UNATTENDED
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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
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
Anyone.
NFPA says “minimal knowledge required”
WHO CAN INSPECT A FIRE EXTINGUISHER
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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
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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.
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
INSPECTION TAG:
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
NFPA defines maintenance as a “thorough check” of the extinguisher.
MAINTENANCE
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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.
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
The NFPA says that maintenance should be performed at least
annually
HOW OFTEN SHOULD MAINTENANCE BE
PERFORMED
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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
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
MAINTENANCE TAGS
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERSExtinguisher Rating SystemExtinguisher Rating System
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
TYPES OF EXTINGUISHERS:
Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
TYPES OF EXTINGUISHERS:
Stored pressure dry powder (ABC)
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
TYPES OF EXTINGUISHERS:
Clean agent type extinguishers (Halon)
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
SIZES:
Minimum size is 2A:10BC. The number indicates the number of square feet & the letter indicates the type of fire.
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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
IMPORTANT TO REMEMBERIMPORTANT TO REMEMBER
Ensure that each area has the proper type fire extinguisher!
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OTHER FEATURES OF FIRE PROTECTION
SPRINKLERS
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TYPES OF CONTROL VALVES
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OTHER FEATURES OF FIRE PROTECTION
ALARMS
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OTHER FEATURES OF FIRE PROTECTION
DETECTORS & STOBES
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OTHER FEATURES OF FIRE PROTECTION
FIRE DOORS
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OTHER FEATURES OF FIRE PROTECTION
SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS
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