Fire Safety

GOODAFTERNOON:

GOODAFTERNOON FIRE SAFETY / EMERGENCY RESPONCE

The Basic things to remember on Fire Safety::

The Basic things to remember on Fire Safety: Fire Triangle SBC Method to control fire QMK of fire apparatus Knowledge on DWA Heat Transfer methods Types of Fuel Knowledge on ABCDE Emergency Contact Numbers

Major Causes of Fires:

Major Causes of Fires Carelessness with smoking and matches Misuse of electricity (overloading a circuit or overuse of extension cords) Improper rubbish disposal Improper storage of flammables (such as gasoline) Arson

Main Causes Of Fire In The Workplace:

Main Causes Of Fire In The Workplace Electrical faults (poor connections) Misuse of electrical equipment (overloaded circuits) Smoker’s materials Malicious ignition Oil / gas heating equipment and portable heaters Unsafe storage of material Welding / hot work Mechanical heat (sparks / friction)

FIRE NEED 3 THINGS TO START:

FIRE NEED 3 THINGS TO START Oxygen (Air) Fuel (any material that will burn) Heat (sparks, matches, flames)

Fuel, Oxygen & Heat make up the fire triangle:

This can be controlled by breaking the triangle (removing any one of the component) Fuel , Oxygen & Heat make up the fire triangle

SBC Method - Starvation:

SBC Method - Starvation By Starvation Fuel is removed

SBC Method - Blanketing:

SBC Method - Blanketing By Blanketing Oxygen is removed

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SBC Method - Cooling By Cooling Heat will be controlled

QMK (QUALITY,MAINTENANCE & KNOWLEDGE):

QMK ( QUALITY,MAINTENANCE & KNOWLEDGE) FORMULA FOR SAFETY MANAGEMENT High Quality Fire Extinguishers Knowledge of using Extinguishers Periodic Maintenance of Extinguishers

HEAT TRANSFER METHODS:

HEAT TRANSFER METHODS CONDUCTION CONVECTION RADIATION

The spread of fire:

The spread of fire

Classification of Fuel:

Classification of Fuel FUEL Solid Liquid Gas Combustible Metals Wood Paper Cotton Textiles Petrol Diesel Kerosene Paint Oils LPG Acetylene Hydrogen Methane Sodium Potassium Magnesium Lithium Transformer Welding M/C Generators Panel Boards Not in Practice

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A B E C

TYPES OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS:

TYPES OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Pressurized water extinguishers (Class A fires only) Dry Chemical extinguishers (ABC or BC) Carbon dioxide extinguishers (Class B and C) Foam (or AFFF and FFFP) extinguishers Class D extinguishers

Types of Extinguishers for different classification of fires.:

Types of Extinguishers for different classification of fires. Media Principle Wood, Paper, Textiles Petrol Diesel Kerosene LPG Methane Acetylene Sodium Potassium Magnesium Not in Practice Water Cooling Foam Blanket-ing Powder Blanket-ing CO 2 Blanket-ing Fire Classifications

Using a portable fire extinguisher: PASS:

Using a portable fire extinguisher: PASS Keep your back to the exit and stand 10-20 feet away from the fire P -Pull the pin A -Aim low S -Squeeze the nozzle S -Side to side, sweeping motion

Faulty equipment and the improper use of equipment are major causes of fire. 1)Clean lint and grease from laundry and cooking equipment, ventilator hoods, filters, and ducts on a regular basis. 2)Check for and report any cracked or split cords or plugs on the equipment used.:

Faulty equipment and the improper use of equipment are major causes of fire. 1)Clean lint and grease from laundry and cooking equipment, ventilator hoods, filters, and ducts on a regular basis. 2)Check for and report any cracked or split cords or plugs on the equipment used. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS EQUIPMENT

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2.EXTENSION CORDS:

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2.EXTENSION CORDS Avoid using extension cords whenever possible Don not exceed specified amperage Do not run extension cords across doorways or anywhere they can be stepped on DO not plug one extension cord into another and never plug more than one extension cord into an outlet

1)Keep combustibles away from heat producing devices. 2)Prevent sparks in areas where oxygen is used. 3)Cap and store combustible liquids properly. :

1)Keep combustibles away from heat producing devices. 2)Prevent sparks in areas where oxygen is used. 3)Cap and store combustible liquids properly. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3.GENERAL FIRE SAFETY

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4)Keep maintenance and storage areas clean and free of trash, sawdust, oily rags, etc. 5)Keep halls and stairways clear. 6)Be sure that EXIT signs are always lighted and that emergency lighting is in working order. 7)Never open emergency doors. Fire doors not only let people out, they keep fire from spreading.

Fire safety:

Fire safety Minimise the risk by good design and maintenance control over equipment usage no smoking, site security permits for hot work good housekeeping.

In the event of a fire, stay calm and RACE…:

In the event of a fire, stay calm and RACE… R -rescue any patient in immediate danger A -pull the alarm and notify other employees of the location and type of fire C -contain the fire by closing doors and windows E -extinguish the fire or evacuate the area

Detection Warning Attack:

Detection Warning Attack Detection 1.Warning --------------------- 2. Communication Evacuate -------------- Escape Assembly Point -------------- Fire Brigade 3.Immediate Attack (If you are safe)

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Emergency Contact Numbers Police- 999 Ambulance- 998 Civil Defence- 997 Palm Emergency- 04 8833111

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