Fire Safety Induction

Overview
We will look at Legal requirements Understanding fire Fire hazards and risks Fire prevention and control Fire extinguisher safety Fire procedures

Legal Requirements
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires that; Fire risks are identified and controlled A Fire Risk Assessment is completed and reviewed regularly or if work areas change Findings are implemented, so far as is reasonably practicable

Understanding Fire
Fire is real In 2 years from Jan 2007 June 2009 19 fires occurred in the University of Bristol 17 were small and contained 2 were serious

School of Chemistry, 2007

Faculty of Engineering Queens Building, 2008

Understanding Fire
Fire needs 3 things to exist Fuel Oxygen Heat The Fire Triangle

Understanding Fire
Fuel Chemicals - acetone, ether, methanol, etc Gases - hydrogen, natural gas Plastics - PCs, cable insulation, research equipment Paper and cardboard - packaging Wood - desks, benches Fabrics - chairs, blinds, clothing You

Understanding Fire
Oxygen A natural component of air @ 21% Enriched atmospheres, > 21% oxygen labs, oxygen storage Situations where oxygen / air is more difficult to control: Outdoors Automatic ventilation systems Open doors or windows

Understanding Fire
Heat (Ignition Source) Heating appliances Research and computer equipment Other electrical equipment Smoking materials Contractors equipment Arson

Understanding Fire
Hazards and risks of fire Smoke & fumes Breathing difficulties, asphyxiation, poisoning Heat & flames - up to 1250C Burns Building debris Impact injuries, burns Injury while escaping fire Trips, falls, trampling

Fire Prevention
Be fire safety aware Control ignition sources Prevent any accumulation of fuels Only use electrical equipment that is PAT tested Abide by the University no smoking policy

Fire Prevention
Do not block fire exits, call points or extinguishers Do not wedge fire doors open Ensure good housekeeping Maintain effective security Report any bad practice or risks immediately to your line manager

Fire Prevention
Fire alarm testing

Is a legal requirement Alarm will sound for 15 seconds (add details of your departmental or building testing regime) No need to take action during a test, however if the alarm sounds for greater than 15 seconds, or at any other time than the arranged testing, you must treat as genuine alarm and immediately evacuate

Fire Procedure - Finding a Fire

If you discover a fire Shout FIRE. Raise the alarm by breaking the glass on a RED fire alarm call point. Call Security on 112233. Security officers / the Security control will call 999 on your behalf but you can always call the Brigade directly if you know there is a fire. Do not return to your desk/work area to collect personal belongings Leave the building by the nearest available fire escape route. Go to the assembly area and await instruction.

Fire Extinguisher Types

Water Paper, wood, etc. Not electrical, liquids or gases

Foam

Solids & liquids Not electrical or gases

Solids, liquids, gases & electrical Electrical, safe on most small fires

Powder

CO2

Fire Procedure - Evacuation

On hearing the alarm Call Security on 112233 to advise of the fire alarm do not assume someone else has done it. Leave the building by the nearest available fire escape route. DO NOT delay your escape but if you can turn off equipment/close doors and windows as you leave then do so. Go to the assembly area and await instruction

Fire Procedure - Evacuation

Do not delay to collect belongings Do not use the lifts If smoke is present then keep low to the floor to add your escape If necessary check that internal doors are cool with the back of your hand before opening them

Fire Procedure - Evacuation

Electrically locked security doors Lock will auto release when the alarm activates, just push the door open Break glass release button only if door does not unlock If you break glass notify the Porters or the Buildings Manager for replacement

Fire Procedure - Evacuation

People with disabilities Need to be assisted by volunteers or nominated personnel, detail will be available in their Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) For special events ensure that disabled persons have been taken into account and an evacuation plan is in place (Add details of Departmental Evacuation Plan)

Fire Procedure - Evacuation

On exiting the building Add diagram if possible of exit Report to designated routes for assembly point promptly Dont block any Emergency Services department or form building route to the building

Fire Procedure - Evacuation

On exiting the building Report any missing colleagues to your Fire Warden Report any disabled persons left at Refuge Points Remain at assembly point until advised otherwise Do not wander off as it may be assumed that you are trapped in the building

On Your Return to Your Workplace Today

Ensure that you know; The escape routes Final exit doors and how to open them Location and types of fire fighting equipment Locations of call points Any specific fire procedures including the assembly points Who your fire wardens are Who to report to with any defects or bad practices

Examples of defects to report

Covered smoke detectors Fire doors damaged or not closing properly Broken/damaged lighting, especially emergency lighting Missing or damaged fire extinguishers Service riser covers open. Accumulation of rubbish and clutter excessive paper in offices etc. Obstructed corridors.

Summary

As a member of staff at the University you have a responsibility for fire safety. Make sure you know: What the fire alarm sound like in your building The Escape routes within your building If you discover a fire, how to raise the alarm What to do if you hear the fire alarm Who to call if a fire starts How to open final exit doors Why is it important to go to the assembly area? Why fire doors should remain closed at all times? Why are fire extinguishers provided?

Thank You!

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