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

Most Common Types of Fire

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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.