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Fire Prevention and Emergency Safety


You Can Get Hurt If You Don’t…

Know what the alarm sounds like

Know where all the exits are

Press the kill switch

Use the fire extinguisher correctly

Check in at the designated meeting place


Be Alert For Alarms

React immediately when someone yells “Fire!” in the workplace

Listen for the shrill sound of the main alarm

Look for the flashing lights of the back-up alarm system

Follow the directions from public address system announcement


If Time Permits, Turn Off Your Equipment

Use the kill switch if there is one, or

Turn the equipment off in the normal manner

Certain workers are assigned to shutting down critical system


How Do You Get Out Safely?

Listen for instructions

Know where allthe exits are

Follow the emergency escape route

Learn more than one way out


5 Keys to Safely Fighting A Fire:

Call the Fire Department

Evacuate the building

Make sure the fire is small and contained

Keep your back to a safe exit

Use the right equipment


Don’t Attempt To Fight The Fire If:

It is large and uncontrolled

Your escape route is threatened

You’re not sure if you have the proper fire extinguisher

You don’t know how to use a fire extinguisher


Fire Extinguishing Equipment – PASS System

Pull the pin

Aim at the base of the fire

Squeeze the trigger

Sweep back and forth


Fire Dangers To Worry About:

Heat

Smoke

Toxic Vapors

Explosions


Three Types Of Hazards:

Electrical

Gas

Chemical


Chemical Hazards

Read all labels and MSDS

Store chemicals properly

Smoke only in designated areas

Dispose of chemicals safely


Preventing Fires

Good housekeeping means keep area free of:– Grease or oil

– Combustible solvents

– Flammable chemicals

Look for frayed or damaged wiring

Keep access to emergency response equipment clear


Where To Go In Any Type Of An Emergency

Leave the area through the nearest unblocked exit or

Go to the designated shelter area

Then, go to the designated meeting location once outside

Check-in with area warden or supervisor


Preparation = Staying Safe

What duties do you have if the alarm is sounded?

Does your work area have flashing lights for an alarm?

Do you know where all the exits are?

Do you know who your coordinator is?


Summary

Know what the alarm sounds like

Get out through the nearest unblocked exit

Only use fire extinguisher if trained

Report to designated coordinator once outside

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