evolution industries, inc. january 2012. overview there are 4 sections included in this module:...
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Overview
There are 4 sections included in this module:Fire extinguishers – types and useFire – what do to in case of fire in our
buildingEvacuation – when to make the decision to
evacuate due to fireExternal emergency – procedure for an
event that occurs outside of our building
Fire extinguishers
Fire Types:A – fires in paper, cloth, wood, and many
plasticsB – fires in oils, gasoline, grease, and
solventsC – electrical firesD – powders, shavings, or flakes of metalsK – fires from combustible cooking fluids
Fire extinguishers
Extinguisher types:Water - fights A firesCO2 or dry chemical – fights B firesDry chemical – fights C firesMultipurpose – fights A, B, and C firesDry powder – fights type D firesWet chemical– fights K type fires
Fire extinguishers
All fire extinguishers at Evolution are ABC extinguishers.
This means that they are able to be used against fires of common combustibles, electrical fires, and flammable liquids.
Fire extinguishers
PASS technique:Pull – pull the pin on the fire extinguisherAim – Aim low, pointing at the base of the
fireSqueeze – Squeeze the handle to release
the extinguishing agentSweep – Sweep from side to side at the
base of the fire until it is out
Fire
This is the most common type of emergency encountered at small businesses.
Employees must be trained to fight a small fire and/or simply evacuate.
Fire
Employees should attempt only to fight very small fires.
Consider the following questions:Is the fire limited to original materials or
contained in a small area?Is the air safe to breathe?Is the environment clear of excessive
smoke?Is there a safe path to evacuate?
Fire
If the answer to all of the previous questions is “yes”, then trained employees are empowered to extinguish the fire.
Fire
Should you be the first to notice a small fire:Call 9-1-1 or activate the alarm if
appropriateIdentify a safe path to evacuateGrab the nearest fire extinguisherDischarge the fire extinguisher using the
PASS techniqueEvacuate immediately if the fire is not outEvacuate immediately if the fire gets bigger
Fire
If you have any doubt about your ability to extinguish the fire, evacuate immediately
Note: Never use water on an electrical fire or on a liquid (such as oil) fire
Fire
Be prepared. Know where the nearest fire extinguisher to your work area is located.
Be prepared. Know where the closest exit to your work area is located.
Be prepared. Know how to alert fellow employees in the event of a fire.
Evacuation
In the event of a fire or other emergency, it may be necessary to evacuate the building
Evacuation routes are posted in all work areas
Evacuation
Certain fires should not be fought with a fire extinguisher.
Consider the following questions:Has the fire spread over 60 sq. ft.?Is the fire partially hidden or cannot be
reached from a standing position?Is the air smoky and visibility low?Is it impossible to approach within 15 feet of
the fire due to heat?
Evacuation
If the answers to any of the preceding questions is “yes”, then you must immediately evacuate the building.
Evacuation
Alert fellow staff of emergency Call 9-1-1 if necessary Proceed to the closest available exit Meet at the designated rally point so that
all employees can be counted
Evacuation
The designated rally point after evacuation is at the SW corner of our building complex, near Conway Road.
If this is not available, the secondary meeting place is at the SE corner of Conway Road and Judge Road.
It is required that you meet at the rally point following any evacuation!
External emergencies
It is possible that Evolution employees will have to mobilize based on circumstances outside of our walls:Inclement weather including tornado or
hurricaneChemical spill or other industrial emergency
at another facility Airport emergency such as plane crash Civil disturbance
External emergencies
In these cases we will likely be alerted by local police, fire, or news media that there is an incident
A member of the management team will make a decision to evacuate the building if it is safe to do so, or have employees meet in a safe room for protection
External emergencies
Safe room characteristics:Minimal doors and windows Located on the 1st floor of the buildingAway from external walls of the building
External emergencies If advised to move to a safe room due to
inclement weather, do so immediately. Employees will remain there until it is safe to exit
If advised to move to a safe room due to chemical, radiation, or biological hazards, do so immediately. Further precautions may be taken to “shelter in place.” These instructions can be found in the Evolution Safety Manual.
References
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/evacuation/portable_required.html
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/evacuation/portable_relation.html