Fire extinguishers are necessary in plants to mitigate potential fires that can start for various reasons, and employees should be trained to use them properly by following the PASS method of pulling the pin, aiming at the base of the flames, squeezing the handle, and sweeping the stream. A fire watcher is assigned to be the first line of defense during hot work by being alert of hazards, ensuring safety measures are followed, knowing fire extinguisher locations, isolating hazards, stopping unsafe work, and watching for fires for 60 minutes after completion.
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A toolbox talk on the proper way to use a fire extinguisher
Fire extinguishers are necessary in plants to mitigate potential fires that can start for various reasons, and employees should be trained to use them properly by following the PASS method of pulling the pin, aiming at the base of the flames, squeezing the handle, and sweeping the stream. A fire watcher is assigned to be the first line of defense during hot work by being alert of hazards, ensuring safety measures are followed, knowing fire extinguisher locations, isolating hazards, stopping unsafe work, and watching for fires for 60 minutes after completion.
Fire extinguishers are necessary in plants to mitigate potential fires that can start for various reasons, and employees should be trained to use them properly by following the PASS method of pulling the pin, aiming at the base of the flames, squeezing the handle, and sweeping the stream. A fire watcher is assigned to be the first line of defense during hot work by being alert of hazards, ensuring safety measures are followed, knowing fire extinguisher locations, isolating hazards, stopping unsafe work, and watching for fires for 60 minutes after completion.
precaution in the plant, since a fire can start for a number of reasons. Employees should know how to use fire extinguishers to mitigate the spread of fire in the plant.
Using a fire extinguisher:
Use the P.A.S.S method. • Pull: Pull the safety pin • Aim: Aim the fire extinguisher nozzle to the base of the flame • Squeeze: Squeeze the valve handle • Sweep: Sweep the stream at the base of the fire.
Fire Watcher Duties
A fire watcher is a worker assigned as the first line of defense and protects workers as well as property during hot work. • Be careful and alert of the hazards in the workplace and of hot work. • Be sure the safety measures are applied as indicated in the Hot Work permit. • Be aware of the locations of fire extinguisher at jobsite. • Ensure clear access to fire extinguishers at all times • Isolate fire hazards before starting work. • Stop hot work if unsafe conditions develop. • Be familiar with fire alarm procedures in the event of an uncontrolled fire. • Watch for fires in all exposed areas and for at least 60 minutes after completion. • Only attempt to extinguish the fire if it is safe to do so, using equipment you are trained to use.