Visual 2.1 CERT and Fire Safety The role of CERTs in fire safety: Put out small fires. Prevent...

Visual 2.1

CERT and Fire Safety

The role of CERTs in fire safety: Put out small fires. Prevent additional fires. Shutoff utilities Assist with evacuations where necessary.

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Unit Objectives

Explain the role of CERTs in fire safety. Identify and reduce potential fire risks in the

workplace. Conduct a basic sizeup for a fire emergency. Understand basic safety precautions. Identify hazardous materials in the workplace. Extinguish small fires using a fire extinguisher.

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The Fire Triangle

Heat Fuel Oxygen

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Fire Chemistry

Classes of fire: A: Ordinary combustibles B: Flammable and combustible liquids C: Energized electrical equipment D: Combustible metals

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Reducing Fire Hazards-Electrical

Avoid the “electrical octopus.” Don’t run cords under carpets. (First fire UCSC) Replace broken or frayed cords. Maintain appliances and workplace electronics.

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Reducing Fire Hazards-Gas

Install a natural gas detector. Locate and label gas shutoffs.

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Reducing Fire Hazards-Flammable liquids

Read labels. Use L.I.E.S. storage procedures (Limit, Isolate,

Eliminate, Separate).

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CERT FireFire Size-up

Answer these questions: Can my buddy and I fight the fire safely? Do we have the right equipment? Are there other hazards? Is the building structurally damaged? Can we escape?

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CERT Sizeup

1. Gather Facts.2. Assess Damage.3. Consider Probabilities.4. Assess Your Situation.5. Establish Priorities.6. Make Decisions.7. Develop Plans of Action .8. Take Action.9. Evaluate Progress.

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Firefighting Resources

Resources available: Portable fire extinguishers Wet standpipes Confinement “Creative” resources

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Types of Fire Extinguishers

Water Dry chemical Carbon dioxide Specialized fire extinguisher

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P.A.S.S

Pull Aim Squeeze Sweep

Test the extinguisher before approaching any fire.

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Fire Suppression Safety

Do: Use safety equipment. Work in a buddy system. Have a backup team. Have two ways to exit. Maintain a safe distance. Overhaul the fire.

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Fire Suppression Safety

DON’T Try to suppress large fires. Get too close. Fight it alone. Enter smoke-filled areas.

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Hazardous Materials

Corrode other materials Explode or are easily ignited React strongly with water Are unstable when exposed to heat or shock Are toxic to humans, animals, or the environment

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Identifying Stored Hazardous Materials

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Identifying Stored Hazardous Materials

NFPA 704 Diamond-White Quadrant:

W Shows unusual reactivity with water

OX Possesses oxidizing properties

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Identifying Hazardous Materials in Transit

Orange Red White RedRed &White

Red &White

Blue Yellow White Yellow &White

Black &White

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Identifying Hazardous Materials in Transit

Chemical Class

Symbol Symbol

ChemicalNumber

Chemical Class

Visual 2.1 CERT and Fire Safety The role of CERTs in fire safety: Put out small fires. Prevent...

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