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Occupational Safety and Health: Fire and Emergency Preparedness

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Develop essential skills for managing fire emergencies in the workplace, and, more specifically, on job sites.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Emergency preparedness in the workplace
  • What you should know
1. Emergency Preparedness
  • What is your company's plan?
  • Calling for help
  • Understanding the importance of emergency exits
  • Housekeeping guidelines to prevent emergencies
  • Being prepared for medical emergencies
2. Fire Basics
  • The fire triangle
  • Flammable versus combustible
  • Safety data sheets
  • Hot work permits
3. Fire Extinguishers, Alarms, and Suppression Systems
  • Common types of fire extinguishers
  • Understanding the capabilities of fire extinguishers
  • How to use a fire extinguisher
  • Fire extinguisher inspections
  • Understanding fire sprinkler systems
  • Fire suppression systems that are hazardous to people
  • When to get out
Conclusion
  • Plan for additional emergencies

Taught by

Jim Rogers

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