What is basic fire safety training?

What is basic fire safety training?

What is basic fire safety training?

Fire safety training educates a set of practices & procedures to minimize the destruction caused by fire hazards. The skill & knowledge acquired through these trainings equip the learners, to combat fire in any unanticipated fire breakout.

What are the fire extinguisher Colours?

Fire extinguishers are available in the following colour codes:

  • Blue (Dry Powder Extinguishers)
  • Black (Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Extinguishers)
  • Cream (Foam Extinguishers)
  • Red (Water Extinguishers)
  • Yellow (Wet Chemical Extinguishers)

What does the 5 second rule pertain to fire?

You should always remember the 5-second rule. If the fire is extinguished in 5 seconds and the area is safe, you should stay and overhaul the fire.

What are the types of fire extinguisher?

The six main fire extinguisher types are water, foam, CO2, powder, water mist and wet chemical.

What are the 4 basic steps in fire safety?

Pull. Place the extinguisher on the floor. Hold it by the tank (pressure on the handle could pinch the pin). Pull the pin straight out.

  • Aim. Start 10 feet back from the fire. Aim at the base of the fire.
  • Squeeze. Squeeze the lever on the fire extinguisher.
  • Sweep. Sweep from side to side,moving in slowly until the fire is out.

    • What should be included in a fire safety training?

    The company’s emergency plan and the worker’s role in the plan

  • How to activate the fire alarm
  • Evacuation plan and steps
  • The designated muster areas
  • What to do if a worker comes across heat or smoke upon exiting
  • How to fight a small fire with an extinguisher

    • What is the best form of fire safety?

    Carry out a fire safety risk assessment

  • Keep sources of ignition and flammable substances apart
  • Avoid accidental fires,eg make sure heaters cannot be knocked over
  • Ensure good housekeeping at all times,eg avoid build-up of rubbish that could burn

    • What do you need to know about fire safety?

    Fire Risk Assessment. You have to ensure there is a comprehensive fire risk assessment that details the fire safety provisions that are in the property.

  • Alarms and safe structure.
  • The Emergency Plan.