OSHA- EMERGENCY ACTION PLANS AND FIRE PROTECTION
Fire Prevention Plan
a written document that identifies flammable and combustible materials stored in the workplace and ways to control workplace fire hazards
What 4 elements must be there at the same time to create a fire?
-Enough oxygen to sustain combustion -Enough heat to raise the material to its ignition temperature -Some sort of fuel or combustible -The chemical reaction that is a fire
What is the employers' responsibility?
Training their employees, designate or train people to assist in a safe and orderly emergency evacuation of employees, clearly communicate to the employees who are in charge in an emergency, and review the plan with each employee. They also must inform them of fire hazards.
What are some examples of special hazards?
flammable materials, toxic chemicals, radioactive sources, or water-reactive substances.
How can you prevent fire?
-Clean up spills of flammable or combustible liquids promptly. -Dispose of combustible scrap, debris and waste materials safely in covered metal receptacles. Remove the waste from the worksite promptly. -Practice safe storage requirements for flammable and combustible liquids and hazardous materials. -Do not smoke near flammable or combustible liquids. -If you smoke, before you throw away butts and ashes, make sure they are out.
What are some hazards that should be reported?
-Report any obvious hazard to life or property in connection with electrical equipment or lines as soon as possible. -Report any exposed wiring and cords with frayed or deteriorated insulation promptly. -Talk to your supervisor if you encounter frequent problems with blowing fuses or tripping circuit breakers.
Having Fire Prevention Plan will lead to...
Fewer and less server injuries, less structural damage, and reduced confusion.
What are specific tasks that require special fire protection?
Two of these are hot work and dispensing flammables and combustibles, such as gasoline or natural gas.
What are the elements of the EAP?
Types of emergencies, reporting procedures, alarm systems, evacuation plans, shutdown procedures, and special hazards.
What does a EAP document?
What should be done during different types of emergencies.