Fire Safety and Disaster Plans DHO Ch. 14 Fire Safety and Disaster Plans DHO Ch. 14.3, pg 379 HS1 Berryhill & Cashion

Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Observing Fire Safety Fire requires Oxygen – found in the air Fuel – any material that will burn Heat – sparks, matches, flames Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Observing Fire Safety Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Observing Fire Safety Causes of fires - Major cause is carelessness with smoking and with matches. -Other causes: misuse of electricity, improper rubbish disposal, arson, defects in heating systems Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Classes of Fire Extinguishers Classified according to kind of fire they extinguish Many different types Main types: A, B, C, and ABC Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Class A Extinguisher Contains pressurized water Use on combustibles such as paper, cloth, and wood Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Class ABC Extinguisher Contains chemical that smothers the fire Multipurpose extinguisher – used for all types of fire Yellow powder that leaves sticky residue damaging to skin and eyes Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Discharging an Extinguisher Stand 6-10 feet from the near edge of the fire PASS P: pull the pin A: aim the extinguisher at the near edge and bottom of the fire (the base) S: squeeze the handle to discharge the extinguisher S: sweep the extinguisher from side to side Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Rules in Case of Fire Remain calm, do not panic RACE R: rescue anyone in immediate danger A: activate the alarm C: confine the fire E: extinguish the fire or evacuate the area Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Preventing Fires Be alert to causes of fires Correct situations that lead to fires Obey “no smoking” signs Extinguish matches, cigarettes, and any flammable items completely Dispose of all waste materials in proper containers Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Preventing Fires Handle electrical equipment carefully Store flammable materials in proper containers and in a safe area If flammable liquid spilled, clean up immediately Do not allow clutter to accumulate When oxygen is in use, observe special precautions Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Disaster Plans In addition to fires, other disasters may occur. Other disasters: tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, bomb threats In any disaster, stay calm, follow your health care facility policy, provide for the safety of yourself and patients. Health care workers are legally responsible for familiarizing themselves with disaster policies. Copyright © 2004 by Thompson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.