Fire Prevention
Plan
for
Company Name
Date
I.
OBJECTIVE
The purpose of this
Fire Prevention Plan is to eliminate the causes of fire, prevent loss of life
and property by fire, and to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration’s (OSHA) standard on fire prevention, 29 CFR 1910.39. It
provides employees with information and guidelines that will assist them in
recognizing, reporting, and controlling fire hazards.
II.
BACKGROUND
Company
Name is
committed to minimizing the threat of fire to employees, visitors, and
property. Company Name complies with all applicable laws,
regulations, codes, and good practices pertaining to fire prevention. Company
Name’s separate Emergency Action Plan spells out the procedures for
responding to fires. This Fire
Prevention Plan serves to reduce the risk of fires at Company
Name/Location in the following ways:
A.
identifies
materials that are potential fire hazards and their proper handling and storage
procedures;
B.
distinguishes
potential ignition sources and the proper control procedures of those
materials;
C.
describes
fire protection equipment and/or systems used to control fire hazards;
D.
identifies
persons responsible for maintaining the equipment and systems installed to
prevent or control ignition of fires;
E.
identifies
persons responsible for the control and accumulation of flammable or
combustible material;
F.
describes
good housekeeping procedures necessary to insure the control of accumulated
flammable and combustible waste material and residues to avoid a fire
emergency; and
G.
provides
training to employees with regard to fire hazards to which they may be exposed.
III.
ASSIGNMENT
OF RESPONSIBILITY
Fire
safety is everyone's responsibility. All employees should know how to prevent
and respond to fires, and are responsible for adhering to company policy
regarding fire emergencies.
A.
Management
Management determines the Company Name
fire prevention and protection policies.
Management will provide adequate controls to provide a safe workplace,
and will provide adequate resources and training to its employees to encourage
fire prevention and the safest possible response in the event of a fire
emergency.
B.
Plan
Administrator
Responsible Person(s) shall manage the Fire Prevention Plan for Company
Name, and shall maintain all records pertaining to the
plan. The Plan Administrator shall also:
1. Develop and administer the Company Name fire prevention training program.
2. Ensure that fire control equipment and systems are properly maintained.
3. Control fuel source hazards.
4. Conduct fire risk surveys (see Appendix A) and make recommendations.
C.
Supervisors
Supervisors are responsible for ensuring that employees
receive appropriate fire safety training, and for notifying Responsible
Person when changes in operation increase the risk of fire. Supervisors are also responsible for enforcing
Company Name fire prevention and protection policies.
D.
Employees
All employees shall:
1. Complete all required training before working without supervision.
2. Conduct operations safely to limit the risk of fire.
3. Report potential fire hazards to their supervisors.
4. Follow fire emergency procedures.
IV.
PLAN
IMPLEMENTATION
A. Good Housekeeping
To limit the risk of fires, employees shall take the
following precautions:
1.
Minimize
the storage of combustible materials.
2.
Make
sure that doors, hallways, stairs, and other exit routes are kept free of
obstructions.
3.
Dispose
of combustible waste in covered, airtight, metal containers.
4.
Use
and store flammable materials in well-ventilated areas away from ignition
sources.
5.
Use
only nonflammable cleaning products.
6.
Keep
incompatible (i.e., chemically reactive) substances away from each other.
7.
Perform
“hot work” (i.e., welding or working with an open flame or other ignition
sources) in controlled and well-ventilated areas.
8.
Keep
equipment in good working order (i.e., inspect electrical wiring and appliances
regularly and keep motors and machine tools free of dust and grease.
9.
Ensure
that heating units are safeguarded.
10.
Report
all gas leaks immediately. Responsible
Person shall ensure that all gas leaks are repaired immediately
upon notification.
11.
Repair
and clean up flammable liquid leaks immediately.
12.
Keep
work areas free of dust, lint, sawdust, scraps, and similar material.
13.
Do
not rely on extension cords if wiring improvements are needed, and take care
not to overload circuits with multiple pieces of equipment.
14.
Ensure
that required hot work permits are obtained.
15.
Turn
off electrical equipment when not in use.
B.
Maintenance
Responsible Person(s) will ensure that equipment is
maintained according to manufacturers' specifications. Company Name
will also comply with requirements of the National Fire Protection Association
(NFPA) codes for specific equipment. Only properly trained individuals shall
perform maintenance work.
The following equipment is subject to the maintenance,
inspection, and testing procedures:
1.
equipment
installed to detect fuel leaks, control heating, and control pressurized
systems;
2.
portable
fire extinguishers, automatic sprinkler systems, and fixed extinguishing
systems;
3.
detection
systems for smoke, heat, or flame;
4.
fire
alarm systems; and
5.
emergency
backup systems and the equipment they support.
V.
TYPES
OF HAZARDS
The
following sections address the major workplace fire hazards at Company
Name’s facilities and the procedures for controlling the hazards.
A.
Electrical
Fire Hazards
Electrical system failures and the misuse of electrical
equipment are leading causes of workplace fires. Fires can result from loose
ground connections, wiring with frayed insulation, or overloaded fuses,
circuits, motors, or outlets.
To prevent electrical fires, employees shall:
1.
Make
sure that worn wires are replaced.
2.
Use
only appropriately rated fuses.
3.
Never
use extension cords as substitutes for wiring improvements.
4.
Use
only approved extension cords [i.e., those with the Underwriters Laboratory (UL)
or Factory Mutual (FM) label].
5.
Check
wiring in hazardous locations where the risk of fire is especially high.
6.
Check
electrical equipment to ensure that it is either properly grounded or double
insulated.
7.
Ensure
adequate spacing while performing maintenance.
B.
Portable
Heaters
All portable heaters shall be approved by Responsible
Person. Portable electric heaters shall have tip-over protection
that automatically shuts off the unit when it is tipped over. There shall be
adequate clearance between the heater and combustible furnishings or other
materials at all times.
C.
Office
Fire Hazards
Fire risks are not limited to Company Name’s
industrial facilities. Fires in offices have become more likely because of the
increased use of electrical equipment, such as computers and fax machines. To
prevent office fires, employees shall:
1.
Avoid
overloading circuits with office equipment.
2.
Turn
off nonessential electrical equipment at the end of each workday.
3.
Keep
storage areas clear of rubbish.
4.
Ensure
that extension cords are not placed under carpets.
5.
Ensure
that trash and paper set aside for recycling is not allowed to accumulate.
D.
Cutting,
Welding, and Open Flame Work
Responsible Person(s) will ensure the following:
1.
All
necessary hot work permits have been obtained prior to work beginning.
2.
Cutting
and welding are done by authorized personnel in designated cutting and welding
areas whenever possible.
3.
Adequate
ventilation is provided.
4.
Torches,
regulators, pressure-reducing valves, and manifolds are UL listed or FM approved.
5.
Oxygen-fuel
gas systems are equipped with listed and/or approved backflow valves and
pressure-relief devices.
6.
Cutters,
welders, and helpers are wearing eye protection and protective clothing as
appropriate.
7.
Cutting
or welding is prohibited in sprinklered areas while sprinkler protection is out
of service.
8.
Cutting
or welding is prohibited in areas where explosive atmospheres of gases, vapors,
or dusts could develop from residues or accumulations in confined spaces.
9.
Cutting
or welding is prohibited on metal walls, ceilings, or roofs built of
combustible sandwich-type panel construction or having combustible covering.
10.
Confined
spaces such as tanks are tested to ensure that the atmosphere is not over ten
percent of the lower flammable limit before cutting or welding in or on the
tank.
11.
Small
tanks, piping, or containers that cannot be entered are cleaned, purged, and
tested before cutting or welding on them begins.
12.
Fire
watch has been established.
E.
Flammable
and Combustible Materials
Responsible Person shall regularly evaluate the presence of combustible
materials at Company Name (see Appendix D).
Certain types of substances can ignite at relatively low
temperatures or pose a risk of catastrophic explosion if ignited. Such
substances obviously require special care and handling.
1.
Class
A combustibles.
These include common combustible materials (wood, paper,
cloth, rubber, and plastics) that can act as fuel and are found in
non-specialized areas such as offices.
To handle Class A combustibles safely:
a.
Dispose
of waste daily.
b.
Keep
trash in metal-lined receptacles with tight-fitting covers (metal wastebaskets
that are emptied every day do not need to be covered).
c.
Keep
work areas clean and free of fuel paths that could allow a fire to spread.
d.
Keep
combustibles away from accidental ignition sources, such as hot plates,
soldering irons, or other heat- or spark-producing devices.
e.
Store
paper stock in metal cabinets.
f.
Store
rags in metal bins with self-closing lids.
g.
Do
not order excessive amounts of combustibles.
h.
Make
frequent inspections to anticipate fires before they start.
Water, multi-purpose dry chemical (ABC), and halon 1211 are
approved fire extinguishing agents for Class A combustibles.
2.
Class
B combustibles.
These include flammable and combustible liquids (oils,
greases, tars, oil-based paints, and lacquers), flammable gases, and flammable
aerosols.
To handle Class B combustibles safely:
a.
Use
only approved pumps, taking suction from the top, to dispense liquids from
tanks, drums, barrels, or similar containers (or use approved self-closing
valves or faucets).
b.
Do
not dispense Class B flammable liquids into containers unless the nozzle and
container are electrically interconnected by contact or by a bonding wire.
Either the tank or container must be grounded.
c.
Store,
handle, and use Class B combustibles only in approved locations where vapors
are prevented from reaching ignition sources such as heating or electric
equipment, open flames, or mechanical or electric sparks.
d.
Do
not use a flammable liquid as a cleaning agent inside a building (the only
exception is in a closed machine approved for cleaning with flammable liquids).
e.
Do
not use, handle, or store Class B combustibles near exits, stairs, or any other
areas normally used as exits.
f.
Do
not weld, cut, grind, or use unsafe electrical appliances or equipment near
Class B combustibles.
g.
Do
not generate heat, allow an open flame, or smoke near Class B combustibles.
h.
Know
the location of and how to use the nearest portable fire extinguisher rated for
Class B fire.
Water should not be used to extinguish Class B fires caused
by flammable liquids. Water can cause the burning liquid to spread, making the
fire worse. To extinguish a fire caused by flammable liquids, exclude the air
around the burning liquid. The following fire-extinguishing agents are approved
for Class B combustibles: carbon dioxide, multi-purpose dry chemical (ABC),
halon 1301, and halon 1211. (NOTE: Halon has been determined to be an
ozone-depleting substance and is no longer being manufactured. Existing systems
using halon can be kept in place.)
F. Smoking
Smoking is prohibited in all Company Name
buildings. Certain outdoor areas may
also be designated as no smoking areas. The areas in which
smoking is prohibited outdoors are identified by NO SMOKING signs.
VI. TRAINING
Responsible Person shall present basic fire prevention training to all
employees upon employment, and shall maintain documentation of the training,
which includes:
A.
review
of 29 CFR 1910.38, including how it can be accessed;
B.
this
Fire Prevention Plan, including how it can be accessed;
C.
good
housekeeping practices;
D.
proper
response and notification in the event of a fire;
E.
instruction
on the use of portable fire extinguishers (as determined by company policy in
the Emergency Action Plan); and
F.
recognition
of potential fire hazards.
Supervisors shall train employees about the fire hazards
associated with the specific materials and processes to which they are exposed,
and will maintain documentation of the training. Employees will receive this
training:
A.
at
their initial assignment;
B.
annually;
and
C.
when
changes in work processes necessitate additional training.
VII.
PROGRAM
REVIEW
Responsible
Person shall
review this Fire Prevention Plan at least annually for necessary changes.
Appendix A
Fire Risk Survey
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Location
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Completed by:__________________________ Date:__________________
Appendix B
Appendix B
Company Name
General Fire Prevention Checklist
Use this
checklist to ensure fire prevention measures conform with the general fire
prevention requirements found in OSHA standards.
□ Yes
□ No
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Is the
local fire department acquainted with your facility, its location, and
specific hazards?
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□ Yes
□ No
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If you
have a fire alarm system, is it tested at least annually?
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□ Yes
□ No
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If you
have interior stand pipes and valves, are they inspected regularly?
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□ Yes
□ No
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If you
have outside private fire hydrants, are they on a routine preventive
maintenance schedule and flushed at least once a year?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
fire doors and shutters in good operating condition?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
fire doors and shutters unobstructed and protected against obstructions,
including their counterweights?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
automatic sprinkler system water control valves, air pressure, and water
pressure checked weekly or periodically?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Has
responsibility for the maintenance of automatic sprinkler systems been
assigned to an employee or contractor?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
sprinkler heads protected by metal guards?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Is
proper clearance maintained below sprinkler heads?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
portable fire extinguishers provided in adequate number and type?*
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
fire extinguishers mounted in readily accessible locations?*
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
fire extinguishers recharged regularly with the recharge date noted on an
inspection tag?*
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
employees periodically instructed in the use of extinguishers and fire
protection procedures?*
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*(NOTE: Use of fire
extinguishers is based on company policy regarding employee fire fighting in
your Emergency Action Plan and local fire code.)
Completed by:__________________________ Date:__________________
Appendix C
Appendix C
Company Name
Exits Checklist
Use this
checklist to evaluate Company Name’s compliance with
OSHA's standard on emergency exit routes.
□ Yes
□ No
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Is each
exit marked with an exit sign and illuminated by a reliable light source?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are the
directions to exits, when not immediately apparent, marked with visible
signs?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
doors, passageways, or stairways that are neither exits nor access to exits,
and which could be mistaken for exits, marked “NOT AN EXIT” or other
appropriate marking?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
exit signs provided with the word “EXIT” in letters at least five inches high
and with lettering at least one inch wide?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
exit doors side-hinged?
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□ Yes □
No
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Are all
exits kept free of obstructions?
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□ Yes □
No
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Are
there at least two exit routes provided from elevated platforms, pits, or
rooms where the absence of a second exit would increase the risk of injury
from hot, poisonous, corrosive, suffocating, flammable, or explosive
substances?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Is the
number of exits from each floor of a building and from the building itself
appropriate for the building occupancy? (NOTE: Do not count revolving,
sliding, or overhead doors when evaluating whether there are sufficient
exits.)
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
exit stairways that are required to be separated from other parts of a
building enclosed by at least one-hour fire-resistant walls (or at least
two-hour fire-resistant walls in buildings over four stories high)?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are the
slopes of ramps used as part of emergency building exits limited to one foot
vertical and 12 feet horizontal?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
glass doors or storm doors fully tempered, and do they meet the safety
requirements for human impact?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Can
exit doors be opened from the direction of exit travel without the use of a
key or any special knowledge or effort?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
doors on cold storage rooms provided with an inside release mechanism that
will release the latch and open the door even if it's padlocked or otherwise
locked on the outside?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Where
exit doors open directly onto any street, alley, or other area where vehicles
may be operated, are adequate barriers and warnings provided to prevent
employees from stepping into the path of traffic?
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□ Yes
□ No
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Are
doors that swing in both directions and are located between rooms where there
is frequent traffic equipped with glass viewing panels?
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Completed by:__________________________ Date:__________________
Appendix D
Appendix D
Company Name
Flammable and Combustible Material
Checklist
Use this
checklist to evaluate Company Name’s compliance with
OSHA's standards on flammable and combustible materials:
□Yes
□No
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Are
combustible scrap, debris, and waste materials such as oily rags stored in
covered metal receptacles and removed from the worksite promptly?
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□Yes
□No
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Are
approved containers and tanks used for the storage and handling of flammable
and combustible liquids?
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□Yes
□No
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Are all
connections on drums and combustible liquid piping vapor and liquid tight?
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□Yes
□No
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Are all
flammable liquids kept in closed containers when not in use?
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□Yes
□No
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Are
metal drums of flammable liquids electrically grounded during dispensing?
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□Yes
□No
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Do
storage rooms for flammable and combustible liquids have appropriate
ventilation systems?
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□Yes
□No
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Are NO
SMOKING signs posted on liquefied petroleum gas tanks?
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□Yes
□No
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Are all
solvent wastes and flammable liquids kept in fire-resistant covered
containers until they are removed from the worksite?
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□Yes
□No
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Is
vacuuming used whenever possible rather than blowing or sweeping combustible
dust?
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□Yes
□No
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Are
fuel gas cylinders and oxygen cylinders separated by distances or
fire-resistant barriers while in storage?
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□Yes
□No
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Are
fire extinguishers appropriate for the materials in the areas where they are
mounted?*
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□Yes
□No
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Are
appropriate fire extinguishers mounted within 75 feet of outside areas
containing flammable liquids and within 10 feet of any inside storage area
for such materials?*
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□Yes
□No
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Are
extinguishers free from obstruction or blockage?*
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□Yes
□No
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Are all
extinguishers serviced, maintained, and tagged at least once a year?*
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□Yes
□No
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Are all
extinguishers fully charged and in their designated places?*
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□Yes
□No
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Where
sprinkler systems are permanently installed, are the nozzle heads directed or
arranged so that water will not be sprayed into operating electrical
switchboards and equipment?
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□Yes
□No
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Are NO
SMOKING signs posted in areas where flammable or combustible materials are
used or stored?
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□Yes
□No
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Are
safety cans utilized for dispensing flammable or combustible liquids at the
point of use?
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□Yes
□No
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Are all
spills of flammable or combustible liquids cleaned up promptly?
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□Yes
□No
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Are
storage tanks adequately vented to prevent the development of an excessive
vacuum or pressure that could result from filling, emptying, or temperature
changes?
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*(NOTE: Use of fire
extinguishers is based on company policy regarding employee fire fighting in
your Emergency Action Plan and local fire code.)
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