Friday, 17 July 2015

FIRE PREVENTION


  • The maximum number of workers and officers should be trained with fire fighting systems and equipments.
  • Keep all flammable liquids in closed containers or in safe cylinders.
  • An industry must have effective fire warning signals.
  • All doors should be opened towards outside the workroom as means of escape in case of fire.
  • The doors and windows to be used as exit in case of fire should be easily located. These should be marked with red letters of adequate size.
  • Always select the least flammable liquid that will serve the purpose.
  • One should provide ventilation to prevent any accumulation of vapors.
  • Always provide suitable and adequate means of fire extinguishment.
  • Every operator should be familiar with the location of fire extinguishers and their use (operation).
  • Proper distance should always be there in between the heating device and any combustible material.
  • Electrical wiring should be proper.
  • Always prohibit smoking, open flames and sparks near the flammable materials.
  • A free passageways and easily open-able windows should be always provided.
  • Always provide suitable means for the safe storage and handling of all fuels used.
  • Use of flammable liquids should be minimized.
  • Safe disposal for the flammable liquid wastes must be provided.
  • No one is permitted to accumulate fuels or other combustibles near the source of open fire or spark.

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