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Fire Extinguisher 1
Fire Extinguisher 1
WELCOME
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Discuss How Fires are Initiated.
Discuss How Fires are Classified.
Discuss Extinguisher Responsibilities.
Discuss How to Extinguish Small Fires.
Discuss How to Use a Portable Fire Extinguisher.
Discuss How to Inspect a Portable Fire Extinguisher.
Discuss How to Identify the Proper Fire Extinguisher.
BASIS FOR THIS COURSE
Employers are Responsible for Employee Safety.
Fire is One of the Most Common Industrial Accidents.
3 Billion Dollars Per Year Are Lost Due to Fire.
300 Workers Per Year Lose Their Lives Due to Fire.
Training Greatly Lessens the Probability of Fire.
This Training Helps Improve:
Safety
Morale ACME FIRE
Productivity EXTINGUISHER
Employee well-being
WHY WE NEED
FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRAINING
MSA
GENERAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Assign Responsibility.
Establish a Written Program.
Conduct Fire Safety Training.
Develop Fire Safety Procedures.
Conduct Work Area Inspections.
Maintain a Safe Work Environment.
Conduct Regular Program Evaluations.
TRAINING IS IMPORTANT
SAFETY OFFICER:
Manage the Fire Extinguisher Program.
Schedule the proper training for employees.
Update the program when necessary.
Record and maintain training records.
Ensure monthly/annual inspections are conducted.
EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR:
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People need 19 percent to live.
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THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF FIRE
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THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF FIRE
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THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF FIRE
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IDENTIFYING THE PROPER FIRE
EXTINGUISHER
ACME FIRE
EXTINGUISHER
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
MULTI-PURPOSE
DRY CHEMICAL
LABELING OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
ACME FIRE
EXTINGUISHER
USING THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER
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ACME FIRE
EXTINGUISHER
USING THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER
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ACME FIRE
EXTINGUISHER
USING THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER
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METHODS OF EXTINGUISHER OPERATION
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INSPECTING A FIRE EXTINGUISHER
INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS:
Inspect fire extinguishers once per month.
Inspect more often if local fire codes require it.
Have fire extinguishers serviced once per year.
Service more often if local codes require it.
Document the monthly inspections on the card.
INSPECTING A FIRE EXTINGUISHER
INSPECTION PROCEDURES:
Know the locations of your fire extinguishers.
Determine the likely types of fires in the area.
Ensure the extinguisher is the right type (A.B.C.D.).
Inspect for rust, dents or other signs of damage.
Inspect the seal for tampering or previous use.
Inspect the gauge and feel the weight.
Is the extinguisher full of agent?
Ensure the pin, nozzle and nameplate are intact.
Report missing or damaged extinguishers.
INSPECTING A FIRE EXTINGUISHER
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ACETYLENE
INSPECT NOT ONLY DANGER