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Fire Prevention
The risk of fire is present in all workplaces and it is important that everyone is aware of this hazard and knows what should be done to minimise the chance of fire. Here are a few reminders:
- observe "No Smoking" signs
- don't allow rubbish, old packaging materials, broken pallets, waste oil etc. to accumulate in work or storage areas
- don't allow flammable material, particularly stacked pallets, to be stored against outside walls
- store and handle flammable liquids safely; keep naked lights and sparks away
- provide metal, not plastic, waste bins; empty when three quarters full
- store oily rags and waste in metal bins with a lid
- don't use sawdust to absorb oil spills; use OilSorb or atapulgite (kitty litter)
- inspect electrical fittings and keep them in good order
- avoid the use of adaptors and long or damaged power cables
- at the end of the day switch off all electrical equipment at the wall power point
- when welding, cutting or grinding clear area of combustible material before starting work
- know where the fire extinguishers are located, check that they have been serviced within the last year
- make sure all fire extinguishers are mounted on the wall and are easily accessible
- practice your emergency evacuation procedure at least once a year.
Make sure everyone knows:
- how to raise the alarm
- the location of extinguishers and hose reels
- what extinguisher to use on different types of fire
- how to use each type of extinguisher
- location of nearest fire exit/s
- the assembly area.
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