Transcript My Life Monday

My Life Monday
Be prepared for a fire!
Fire safety is an important business. You need
to take proper precaution in order to prevent a
fire. Yes, fire may be inevitable but if prepared,
you can save lives, much suffering and a great
deal of property.
Remember it is easy to prevent a fire but
difficult to repair the damages!
How fires start?
Oxygen
Fire needs three elements to occur:
Oxygen- fire usually requires 16 %
oxygen.
Fuel- can be any combustible
material-solid, liquid or gas.
Heat- is the energy that increases
the temperature high enough for
ignition to occur.
Fire
Fuel
Heat
Types of fire
Class A- consists of ordinary combustibles or fabric such as
paper, wood, cloth and plastic.
Class B- consists of flammable or combustible liquids
such as gasoline, kerosene, paint etc.
Class C- consists of energy electrical equipment such
as appliances, switches, panel boxes & power tools.
Class D- consists of certain combustible metals, such as
magnesium and potassium. These metals burn at high
temperature leading to combustion.
Each type of fire requires a particular fire extinguisher.
Before pulling the trigger, make sure you have the right
one and that you know how to use it.
To operate a fire extinguisher..
Pull the pin.
Aim the extinguisher nozzle at
the base of the flames.
Squeeze the trigger while
holding the extinguisher
upright.
Sweep the extinguisher from
side to side.
Here are some safe practices
Time is the biggest enemy and every second counts, so escape
as soon as you can.
Keep your work area clean.
Chemical & flammable liquids should be carefully stored in
approved containers according to the manufacture's instructions.
Make sure wires, cords and machinery are in good shape and not
overloaded.
Never strike a match, lighter or smoke in areas that can
can initiate a fire. Do so only in designated areas.
In the event of a fire and in case you are trapped in
room full of smoke, stay close to the floor where the
air is less toxic.
Ensure your smoke detectors and sprinklers are working.
Arrange for some to be installed in your homes.
Here are some safe practices
Keep exits free of obstacles to escape easily. Make sure the exits are
marked with proper signs.
Never attempt to put out a fire too large to handle.
Be aware of potential dangers like gas leaks, hazardous
chemicals or oil.
Get familiar with your company’s evacuation plan and make sure
you know where the fire extinguishers are stored.
When evacuating, always use the stairs and not the elevators.
Once outside, get to the meeting point which is mentioned in
your evacuation plan. Don’t return to the building for any
reason not even for your personal belongings;
it may cost your life.
If your clothing catches on fire, don’t run. Stop,
drop to the floor and roll. This will reduce the fire.