amp Suppression Unit 4 Fire Safety amp Suppression Fire Chemistry Fire Extinguishers Firefighting Techniques Hazardous Materials SizeUp Fire Safety and Suppression Fire Chemistry ID: 602702
Download Presentation The PPT/PDF document "Unit 4: Fire Safety" is the property of its rightful owner. Permission is granted to download and print the materials on this web site for personal, non-commercial use only, and to display it on your personal computer provided you do not modify the materials and that you retain all copyright notices contained in the materials. By downloading content from our website, you accept the terms of this agreement.
Slide1
Unit 4: Fire Safety
&
SuppressionSlide2
Unit 4: Fire Safety
&
Suppression
Fire Chemistry
Fire Extinguishers
Firefighting Techniques
Hazardous Materials
Size-UpSlide3
Fire Safety and Suppression
Fire Chemistry
Oakland Hills 1991
1 home every 11 secSlide4
Fire Safety and Suppression
Fire Chemistry
Oakland Hills 1991
2,500 Homes burned
1,000 acres charredSlide5
Fire Safety and Suppression
Fire Chemistry
San Bruno 2010Slide6
Fire Safety and Suppression
Fire Chemistry
San Bruno 2010Slide7
Fire Safety and Suppression
Fire Chemistry
Put out small fires if safe to do so.
Make sure fires stay extinguished to
prevent
additional
fires.
Shut-off utilities, when necessary and safe to do so.
Assist with evacuations where
necessary
, or secure area.
The role of CERTsSlide8
Fire Safety and Suppression
Fire Safety VideoSlide9
Fire Safety and Suppression
Fire Chemistry
Heat:
required to elevate the temperature of material to its ignition point.
Fuel:
solid, liquid, or gas.
Oxygen:
feeds the fire.
Fire ChemistrySlide10
Fire Safety and Suppression
Fire Chemistry
A: Ordinary combustibles
B: Flammable and combustible liquids
C: Energized electrical equipment
D: Combustible metals
Classes of FireSlide11
Fire Safety and Suppression
Fire Extinguishers
Know how to use it!
Gauge
Nozzle
Pin
Hose
Label
State Fire Marshal tag
ComponentsSlide12
Fire Safety and Suppression
Fire Extinguishers
Swimming pool or spa water
Sand or dirt
Garden hose
Others?
Creative Firefighting ResourcesSlide13
Fire Safety and Suppression
Fire Extinguishers
How to Use a Fire ExtinguisherSlide14
Fire Safety and Suppression
Firefighting Techniques
Use safety equipment at all times.
Work with a buddy.
Have a backup team.
Always have 2 ways to exit the fire area.
Confine the fire.
Stay low to the ground.
Maintain safe distance.
Make sure fire stays out!
Fire Suppression SafetySlide15
Fire Safety and Suppression
Hazardous Materials
Identifying Hazardous Materials
=Slide16
Fire Safety and Suppression
Size-Up
Can my buddy and I fight the fire safely?
Do we have the right equipment
Are there other hazards?
Is the building going to collapse?
Can we escape if we need to?
Gathering of Information for Decision MakingSlide17
Fire Safety and Suppression
Size-Up
Gather facts.
Assess the scene.
Identify your resources.
Establish your fire suppression priorities.
Develop a plan.
Conduct fire suppression.
Evaluate your progress.
Scene size-upSlide18
Fire Safety and Suppression
Review
Your safety comes first!
Only attempt to extinguish fires within the CERT scope of practice.
Use the buddy system.
Safety rules/protective equipment.
Resources.
Effective fire suppression techniques.
Fire Safety and Suppression Review