Week 45 – Fire Prevention

Guidelines for Fire Prevention and Protection

• Place an adequate number of properly rated and type of fire extinguishers at each work site.
• Never lay or pile material in a manner where it covers or obstructs access to firefighting equipment.
• Never store combustible materials within 10 feet of a building or other structure.
• Use only approved containers and portable tanks for storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquid.
• Keep storage areas free of combustible materials.
• Place all firefighting equipment at convenient and accessible locations throughout the work-site.
• Inspect all fire extinguishers monthly and maintain properly.
• Evaluate work area for fire hazards prior to performing any work.

Conclusion:

Fire in the workplace has the potential to cause serious bodily injury and/or extensive property damage.  Because of this constant risk, it is beneficial for everyone to know what to do to keep the risk of a fire to a minimum.  Also notify all personnel of the appropriate evacuation procedures and emergency response procedures to take when a fire starts.

Questions:

1. In case of a fire, any fire extinguisher will do, True or False?
2. Fire extinguishers should be inspected how often?

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