FIRE ACTION PLAN AND EMERGENCY EVACUATION
INA Are there clearly defined written fire action and evacuation procedures, including provision for a roll call? Are all employees fully aware of these procedures and their own particular duties and responsibilities in the event of an evacuation? Arc suitable "Fire Action' notices prominently displayed around the premises (also on the room side of all hotel and similar bedroom doon)? Has appropriate start been instructed to summon the Fire Service and where necessary other emergency services? Are sufficient fire wardens available to provide for all working hours (including lunch and tea breaks) taking into account holidays and sickness?
Identification of fire hazards and assessment of risk. Cont.
Description of control of ignition, fuel and oxygen sources.
It helps to have a fire safety policy for your workplace which promotes good housekeeping and reduces the possibility of a fire occurring. Carelessness and neglect not only make the outbreak of a fire more likely but also inevitably create conditions which may allow a fire to spread more rapidly.
Maintenance of Plant and Equipment.
Plant and equipment which is not properly maintained can cause fires. The following circumstances often contribute to fires:
• Poor housekeeping, such as allowing ventilation points on machinery to become clogged with dust or other materials - causing overheating.
• Friction heat (caused by loose drive belts, bearings which are not properly lubricated or other moving parts).
• Electrical Malfunction.
• Flammable materials used in contact with hot surfaces.
• Leaking valves or flanges which allow seepage of flammable liquids or gases.
• Static sparks (perhaps due to inadequate electrical earthing).
You may need to put a planned maintenance programme in place to make sure plant and other equipment are properly maintained (or review your programme if you already have one).
Storage and Use of Flammable Materials.
Workplaces in which large amounts of flammable materials are displayed, stored or used can present a greater hazard than those where the amount kept is small.
Wherever possible:
• quantities of flammable materials should be reduced to the smallest amount necessary for running the business and kept away from escape routes;
• highly-flammable materials should be replaced by less flammable ones;
• remaining stocks of highly-flammable materials should be properly stored outside, in a separate building, or separated from the main workplace by fire-resisting construction;
• employees who use flammable materials should be properly trained in their safe storage, handling and use;
• stocks of office stationery and supplies and flammable cleaners' materials should be kept in separate cupboards or stores - if they open onto a corridor or stairway escape route, they should be fire-resisting with a lockable or self-closing fire door.
Flammable Liquids.
Flammable liquids can present a significant risk of fire. Vapors evolved are usually heavier than air and can travel long distances, so are more likely to reach a source of ignition. Liquid leaks and evolution of vapors can be caused by faulty storage (bulk and containers), plant and process - design, installation, maintenance or use.
Ignition of the vapors from flammable liquids remains a possibility until the concentration of the vapor in the air has reduced to a level which will not support combustion. The
following principle should be considered:
The number of flammable liquids in workrooms should be kept to a minimum, normally no more than half a day's or half a shift's supply. Storage in the workroom.
Flammable liquids, including empty or part-used containers, should be stored safely. Up to 50 liters of highly-flammable liquids can be stored in the workroom if in closed containers in a fire-resisting (e.g. metal), bin or cabinet fitted with means to contain any leaks.
Quantities greater than 50 liters should be stored in a properly-designated store, either in the open air (on well-ventilated, impervious ground, away from ignition sources) or in a suitably-constructed storeroom.
Where large quantities of flammable liquids are used, they should, where possible, be conveyed by piping them through a closed system. Where a connection in such a system is frequently uncoupled and remade, a sealed-end coupling device should be used.
Flammable liquids should not be dispensed within the store. Dispensing should take place in a well-ventilated area set aside for this purpose, with appropriate facilities to contain and clear up any spillage
Container liquids should always be replaced after use, and no container should ever be opened in such a way that it cannot be safely resealed.
Flammable liquids should be stored and handled in well-ventilated conditions. Where necessary, additional properly designed exhaust ventilation should be provided to reduce the level of vapor concentration in the air.
Storage containers should be kept covered and proprietary safety containers with self- closing lids should be used for dispensing and applying small quantities of flammable liquids.
Rags and cloths which have been used to mop up or apply flammable liquids should be disposed of in metal containers with well-fitting lids and removed from the workplace at the end of each shift or working day.
There should be no potential ignition sources in areas where flammable liquids are used or stored and flammable concentrations of vapor may be present at any time. Any electrical equipment used in these areas, including fire alarm and emergency lighting systems, needs to be suitable for use in flammable atmospheres.
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INA Are there clearly defined written fire action and evacuation procedures, including provision for a roll call? Are all employees fully aware of these procedures and their own particular duties and responsibilities in the event of an evacuation? Arc suitable "Fire Action' notices prominently displayed around the premises (also on the room side of all hotel and similar bedroom doon)? Has appropriate start been instructed to summon the Fire Service and where necessary other emergency services? Are sufficient fire wardens available to provide for all working hours (including lunch and tea breaks) taking into account holidays and sickness?
Identification of fire hazards and assessment of risk. Cont.
Description of control of ignition, fuel and oxygen sources.
It helps to have a fire safety policy for your workplace which promotes good housekeeping and reduces the possibility of a fire occurring. Carelessness and neglect not only make the outbreak of a fire more likely but also inevitably create conditions which may allow a fire to spread more rapidly.
Maintenance of Plant and Equipment.
Plant and equipment which is not properly maintained can cause fires. The following circumstances often contribute to fires:
• Poor housekeeping, such as allowing ventilation points on machinery to become clogged with dust or other materials - causing overheating.
• Friction heat (caused by loose drive belts, bearings which are not properly lubricated or other moving parts).
• Electrical Malfunction.
• Flammable materials used in contact with hot surfaces.
• Leaking valves or flanges which allow seepage of flammable liquids or gases.
• Static sparks (perhaps due to inadequate electrical earthing).
You may need to put a planned maintenance programme in place to make sure plant and other equipment are properly maintained (or review your programme if you already have one).
Storage and Use of Flammable Materials.
Workplaces in which large amounts of flammable materials are displayed, stored or used can present a greater hazard than those where the amount kept is small.
Wherever possible:
• quantities of flammable materials should be reduced to the smallest amount necessary for running the business and kept away from escape routes;
• highly-flammable materials should be replaced by less flammable ones;
• remaining stocks of highly-flammable materials should be properly stored outside, in a separate building, or separated from the main workplace by fire-resisting construction;
• employees who use flammable materials should be properly trained in their safe storage, handling and use;
• stocks of office stationery and supplies and flammable cleaners' materials should be kept in separate cupboards or stores - if they open onto a corridor or stairway escape route, they should be fire-resisting with a lockable or self-closing fire door.
Flammable Liquids.
Flammable liquids can present a significant risk of fire. Vapors evolved are usually heavier than air and can travel long distances, so are more likely to reach a source of ignition. Liquid leaks and evolution of vapors can be caused by faulty storage (bulk and containers), plant and process - design, installation, maintenance or use.
Ignition of the vapors from flammable liquids remains a possibility until the concentration of the vapor in the air has reduced to a level which will not support combustion. The
following principle should be considered:
The number of flammable liquids in workrooms should be kept to a minimum, normally no more than half a day's or half a shift's supply. Storage in the workroom.
Flammable liquids, including empty or part-used containers, should be stored safely. Up to 50 liters of highly-flammable liquids can be stored in the workroom if in closed containers in a fire-resisting (e.g. metal), bin or cabinet fitted with means to contain any leaks.
Quantities greater than 50 liters should be stored in a properly-designated store, either in the open air (on well-ventilated, impervious ground, away from ignition sources) or in a suitably-constructed storeroom.
Where large quantities of flammable liquids are used, they should, where possible, be conveyed by piping them through a closed system. Where a connection in such a system is frequently uncoupled and remade, a sealed-end coupling device should be used.
Flammable liquids should not be dispensed within the store. Dispensing should take place in a well-ventilated area set aside for this purpose, with appropriate facilities to contain and clear up any spillage
Container liquids should always be replaced after use, and no container should ever be opened in such a way that it cannot be safely resealed.
Flammable liquids should be stored and handled in well-ventilated conditions. Where necessary, additional properly designed exhaust ventilation should be provided to reduce the level of vapor concentration in the air.
Storage containers should be kept covered and proprietary safety containers with self- closing lids should be used for dispensing and applying small quantities of flammable liquids.
Rags and cloths which have been used to mop up or apply flammable liquids should be disposed of in metal containers with well-fitting lids and removed from the workplace at the end of each shift or working day.
There should be no potential ignition sources in areas where flammable liquids are used or stored and flammable concentrations of vapor may be present at any time. Any electrical equipment used in these areas, including fire alarm and emergency lighting systems, needs to be suitable for use in flammable atmospheres.
1.5 Video: Fire Risk Assessment http://www.sheilds- elearning.co.uk/file.php/4/video/FRA1.flv
2.0 Detection and alarm Description of common fire detection and alarm systems and
procedures:
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