Fire Fighting Training step by step guide12.07.2022.pptx

Fire fighting training details

1. Ag e nda Introduction Definition C h a r a c t e r i s t i c s & B e h a vi o r o f F i r e Fire Extinguishers Fire Prevention Prime Purposes of Fire Prevention 3 E’s of Fire Prevention E le me n t s of F i re S a f et y Hazard Recognition & Analysis Covid-19 Precautions Heat Stress Awareness

2. Fire - Definition F i r e - i s a c h e m i c a l r e a c t ion k n o w n a s c o m bu s t i o n I t i s t h e r a p i d o x i d a t i o n o f c o m b u s t ib l e ma t e r i a l It is accompanied by a release of energy in the form of heat and light.

3. Characteristics & Behavior T H E F I R E T R I A N G LE

4. Classes of Fire Class A - fires involving ordinary combustible m a t e r i a l s , s u c h a s w o od , c l o t h , p a p e r , p l a s t i c , r ub b e r , etc wood cloth paper rubber m a n y p l a s t i c s

5. Classes of Fire C l a s s B - f i r e s i n v o l v i ng f l a m m a b l e o r p e t r o l e u m p r o d u c t s such as gasoline, oil, paints, thinners, solvent, lubricating o i l s /g r e a se s , t h e c r ud e o i l it s e l f & LPG gasoline oil grease tar oi l - b a s e d pa i n t lacquer f l a m m ab l e ga s e s

6. Classes of Fire Class C - fires involving electrical equipment. E n e r g i z e d e l e c t ri c a l e q u i p m e n t

7. Classes of Fire Class D - fires involving combustible metals such as magnesium , titanium, zirconium, sodium & potassium. magnesium sodium potassium titanium zirconium o t h e r f l a mm a b l e m e t a l s

8. Classes of Fire

9. Fire Extinguisher Color Code

10. Transmission of Fire Conduction Convection Radiation

11. Methods of Extinguishments R E M O V E H E A T - c o o l i n g a f i re c a ll s f o r t h e a pp l i c a t i o n o f s om e t h i n g w / c a b s o r b s h e a t. A l t h o u g h t h e r e a r e o t h e r s , w at e r i s t h e m o s t c o m mo n ag e n t .

12. Methods of Extinguishments R E M O V E F U E L - o f t e n r e m o v i n g t h e f u e l f r o m a f i r e i s d i ff i c u l t & d a n g e r o u s . S h u t ti n g o r cl o s in g o ff t h e v a l v e s .

13. Extinguishments R E M O V E O X Y G E N - o x y g e n c a n b e r e m o v e d f r o m a f i r e b y displacing it with a heavier than air gas like CO2 . O2 flowing into the fire can be also be stopped by covering the fire with a wet blanket or cover the burning surfaces with foam or sand.

14. Extinguishments STOP THE CHAIN REACTION - recent studies indicate that the use of dry chemical on fire tends to inactivate the i nt e rm e d i a t e p r o c e ss e s o f b u r ni n g r e s u lti n g i n a r e d u cti o n of the combustion rate & in the extinguishment of fire.

15. Fire Extinguishers WATER EXTINGUISHERS - are effective for Class A fires. Water serves as cooling, quenching & displacing agent.

16. Fire Extinguishers FOAM EXTINGUISHERS - are effective for Class B fires where the foam forms a cohesive floating b l a n k e t o n t he s ur f a c e o f t he b u r n i n g li qu i d .

17. Fire Extinguishers C O 2 E X T I N G U I S H E R S – a re e f f e c t i v e f o r C l a s s B & C f i r e s . C O 2 r e du ce s t h e O 2 c o n t e n t . Smothering the fire and cutting off the supply of air.

18. Fire Extinguishers Inspection Daily before taking to work location by a HSE or FM, Monthly at site by HSE & Half Yearly by Third Party

19. Fire Prevention 3 E’s E n g i n e e r i n g P r ac t i c e - d e s i g n Education Enforcement

20. Fire Prevention E l e m e n ts F i re S a f e t y Fire Prevention F i r e Sa f e t y E n g i n e e r i n g G oo d H o u s e k ee p i ng E l e c t r i c a l Sa f e t y P r o p e r S t o ra g e Sa f e P r a c ti c e s

21. Fire Extinguishers Fire Protection Detection Alarm F i r e L o c a t o r E x ti n g u i s hm e n t s Evacuation F i r s t A i d Salvage

22. When you see a Fire Upon Discover of Fire... 1 1 Call for Help! A c t i va t e f i r e a l a r m i f on e i s n e a r b y . 2 Last: Leave the fire area Go to designated assembly area Inform and Alarm

23. How long does a fire extinguisher discharge? How long does a fire extinguisher discharge? A 1 to 2 ½ lb extinguisher has a 5-8 foot horizontal stream range and will discharge for 8-12 seconds. A 2 ¾ to 5 lb extinguisher has a 5-20 foot horizontal stream range and will discharge for 8-20 seconds.

24. When is a fire extinguisher discarded from service? This extinguisher should be serviced at least annually, and discharged tested every 5 years to check the actual functioning to BS5306 Part 3 and Part 8 by a trained, competent person.

25. When does a fire extinguisher expire? Disposable fire extinguishers should be replaced every 12 years. Rechargeable fire extinguishers should be taken to an experienced fire equipment company and recharged every 10 years.

26. When is it time for fire extinguisher replacement? The maintenance and replacement of a fire extinguisher depends on the type of extinguisher. Wet chemical fire extinguishers should be tested every 5 years. Dry chemical fire extinguishers should be hydrostatically tested every 12 years, with general maintenance conducted every 6 years. If it’s been 10 years and you have a rechargeable fire extinguisher, it’s time to recharge!

27. FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRAINING QUIZ 1. An example of two “Class B” fuels would be: Cardboard, newspapers Lamp, hot plate Grease, paint thinner..

28. FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRAINING QUIZ 2. An APW (water extinguisher) is safe to use on an electrical fire. True False..

29. F I R E EX TI N G U I S H E R T R A I N I N G Q U I Z 3. Carbon Dioxide extinguishers are designed for which types of fuels? Class B and C.. Class A, B and C Class A and C Class A and B

30. F I R E EX TI N G U I S H E R T R A I N I N G Q U I Z 4. Which type of extinguisher has a hard horn on the end of a flexible hose or metal arm? A PW ( a i r - p r e s s u r i z ed w at e r ) CO2 (carbon dioxide).. ABC (dry chemical)

31. F I R E EX TI N G U I S H E R T R A I N I N G Q U I Z 5. As a general rule, you should not attempt to fight a fire if it is spreading rapidly. True.. False

32. F I R E EX TI N G U I S H E R T R A I N I N G Q U I Z 6. ABC fire extinguishers extinguish fire by cooling it down. True False.. T he powd e r r ele a se d by a n A BC f i re e x t i n g u is h e r c r e a te s a blanket over the flames that cuts their contact from the oxygen in the air. T h i s pr e v e n t s i t f rom s pr e a d i n g .

33. FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRAINING QUIZ 7. Water will not extinguish most flammable liquid fires. True.. False

34. FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRAINING QUIZ 8. You should always keep an exit or means of escape at your back when trying to fight a fire. True.. False

35. FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRAINING QUIZ 9. The three elements of the fire triangle are: Water, a heat source, and fuel Oxygen, water, and fuel Oxygen, fuel, and a heat source.. Fuel, oxygen, and earth

36. FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRAINING QUIZ 10. Do you know where the nearest fire extinguisher is in your work area? Yes.. No

37. Thank You Stay Safe