Fire Prevention Plan

[Audio] Welcome to Origis Services Fire Prevention Safety Awareness Training..

[Audio] Origis Services delivers the promise of clean energy with operations and maintenance ( O&M) and asset management services for solar and energy storage across North America. Our Commitment Build competence in our workforce through training and development of employees. Champion safe, healthy and secure work conditions for employees and contractors. Maintain a global Health and Safety Management System designed to continuously improve our performance and actively manage risk in our business. Comply with applicable legal, regulatory, industry, and corporate requirements. Communicate openly with all stakeholders on relevant Health, Safety and Environment issues..

[Audio] Fire Safety – On-the-Job Keep flammables away from ignition sources Utilize flammable storage cabinets Dispose of oily rags correctly Utilize hot work permits as required Know your chemical properties (check the SDS for flammable/combustible information) Do not block fire extinguishers with equipment Utilize those with electrical expertise/ installations/ assistance Do not overload outlets - use a track plug Practice good housekeeping techniques in the office/ work area Inspect wires for possible damage and replace as needed Smoking is prohibited throughout the plant except in designated smoking areas..

[Audio] Evacuation Planning – On-the-Job Know the way out from your work area. Know the location of the closest manual fire alarm station. Know the location of the closest fire extinguisher. In the event of a fire in your work area dial the emergency number, evacuate the location or pull the manual fire alarm station. Review the location of the meeting place for the group in the event of a building evacuation. Utilize a check sheet to account for everyone. This re-emphasizes the importance of communication between team members..

[Audio] Fire Extinguishing Equipment is broken down into: Fire detection sensors and alarms Carbon Dioxide system Automatic Pre-action system Water Spray ( Deluge) Sprinkler system to protect the Auxiliary and Main Transformers Portable Fire Extinguishers Fire Main with hose connection hydrants.

[Audio] Impairment Procedure Fire systems and alarms are not to be taken out of service unless for maintenance or malfunction. Regional Manager must approve in writing any repair or maintenance on these systems. If required, Regional Manager shall assign an Impairment Coordinator to ensure compliance with this procedure. Equivalent fire protection must be in place when normal fire protection is out of service. No CT or similar critical equipment shall be operated without its fire protection system. Use caution tags to indicate system/ part is out of service. When emergency impairment occurs, appropriate emergency action shall be taken to minimize damage or potential injury.

[Audio] Upon initial hire, all employees will be trained on: Site's fire prevention plan Fire protection equipment Use of portable fire extinguisher (and annually thereafter) Special training shall be provided to plant employees who inspect, maintain, or repair the fixed extinguishing systems, if applicable..

[Audio] Three things are needed for conditions to be right for a fire to get started: Oxygen, fuel and heat. Fire Safety, at its most basic, is based upon the principle of keeping fuel sources and ignition sources separate..

[Audio] Basic components of a fire are: fuel source of ignition oxygen process of combustion Commonly referred to as the " fire tetrahedron".

[Audio] The four Basic types of fires are: Class A -- Common Solids Class B -- Flammable Liquids Class C -- Electrical Equipment Class D -- Burning Metals.

[Audio] In addition, fires are classified as follows : Class A: Wood, paper, cloth, trash, plastics— solids that are not metals. Class B: Flammable liquids— gasoline, oil, grease, acetone. Includes flammable gases. Class C: Electrical—energized electrical equipment. As long as it's "plugged in." Class D: Metals— potassium, sodium, aluminum, magnesium. Requires Metal-X, foam, and other special extinguishing agents..

[Audio] Letter classification are given for an extinguisher to designate the class or classes of fire on which it will be effective. Class A – ordinary combustibles ( wood, cloth, paper) Class B – flammable liquids, gases, greases Class C – energized electrical equipment Class D – combustible metals.

[Audio] For example, a 5: A will put out five square foot surface area of Class A fire A 20: BC will put out a twenty square foot surface area of Class B or C fire. A properly trained person can extinguish 2 to 3 times the amount listed on the rating..

[Audio] If you think you can handle the fire, sound the fire alarm to set the emergency plan in operation Grab the closest fire extinguisher that conforms to the type of fire Activate the fire extinguisher and follow the directions for use However, if at any time you feel overwhelmed, or the extinguisher charge runs out, leave the area and wait for the professional fire fighters.

[Audio] When using a fire extinguisher, remember the phrase P.A.S.S. P for PULL the pin A for AIM at the base of the fire S for SQUEEZE the trigger S for SWEEP side to side.

[Audio] If portable fire extinguishers are provided for employee use, the employer must mount, locate and identify them so workers can access them without subjecting themselves to possible injury..

[Audio] Maintaining Portable Fire Extinguishers: Must maintain in a fully charged and operable condition Must keep in their designated places at all times except during use Must conduct an annual maintenance check by a certified fire extinguisher inspector. Must record the annual maintenance date and retain this record for one year after the last entry or the life of the shell, whichever is less.

[Audio] Extinguishers shall be distributed so that maximum travel distances apply: Class A 75 feet Class B 50 feet Class C Based on appropriate pattern Class D 75 feet.

[Audio] OSHA 1910.157 requires inspections, maintenance and testing of portable fire extinguishers: Extinguishers shall be: inspected monthly Maintained annually.

[Audio] OSHA - " Incipient stage fire" means a fire which is in the initial or beginning stage and which can be controlled or extinguished by portable fire extinguishers, Class II standpipe or small hose systems without the need for protective clothing or breathing apparatus. Origis Services – an incipient stage fire is a fire that can be put out by one person with one extinguisher Personnel are expected to always use caution and maintain a high level of personal safety at all times, if the fire cannot be put out by one person with one extinguisher than that person shall not attempt to fight the fire..

[Audio] Fires can be very dangerous, and you should always be certain that you will not endanger yourself or others when attempting to put out a fire. For this reason, when a fire is discovered… Assist any person in immediate danger to safety, if it can be accomplished without risk to yourself. Inform the ROCC of the fire or activate the building fire alarm. If the fire is small (and only after having done these 2 things), you may attempt to use an extinguisher to put it out..

[Audio] However, before deciding to fight the fire, keep these things in mind: Know what is burning. If you don't know what's burning, you won't know what kind of extinguisher to use. Even if you have an ABC fire extinguisher, there may be something in the fire that is going to explode or produce toxic fumes. Chances are you will know what's burning, or at least have a pretty good idea, but if you don't, let the fire department handle it..

[Audio] Before deciding to fight the fire, keep these things in mind: Is the fire spreading rapidly beyond the point where it started? The time to use an extinguisher is at the beginning stages of the fire. If the fire is already spreading quickly, it is best to simply evacuate the building..

[Audio] Do not fight the fire if: You have not been trained. You don't have adequate or appropriate equipment. If you don't have the correct type extinguisher, it is best not to try fighting the fire. You might inhale toxic smoke. When synthetic materials such as the nylon in carpeting or foam padding in a sofa burn, they can produce hydrogen cyanide, acrolein, and ammonia in addition to carbon monoxide. These gases can be fatal in very small amounts. Your instincts tell you not to. If you are uncomfortable with the situation for any reason, just let the fire department do their job..

[Audio] Storage & Handling Eliminate sources of ignition Choose the least hazardous materials possible Reduce the amounts stored to a minimum Use safe storage procedures and containers Ensure containers are properly labeled.

[Audio] Flammable liquids should have a label such as: DANGER FLAMMABLE KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT, SPARKS & OPEN FLAMES KEEP CLOSED WHEN NOT IN USE.

[Audio] All nonessential ignition sources must be eliminated where flammable liquids are used or stored. Common ignition sources include: Open flames from cutting and welding Furnaces, matches, heaters, smoking materials Static electricity, friction sparks Motors, switches, circuit breakers.

[Audio] Identify incompatible chemicals – check the Safety Data Sheet ( SDS) Isolate and separate incompatible materials Isolate by storing in another area or room Degree of isolation depends on quantities, chemical properties and packaging Separate by storing in same area or room, but apart from each other Quantities of flammable and combustible liquids located outside of storage cabinets should be restricted to one day's supply, or to what can be used during a single shift. If possible, substitute nonflammable, non-hazardous materials for flammable liquids..

[Audio] Storage must not limit the use of exits, stairways, or areas normally used for the safe egress of people In office occupancies: Storage prohibited except that which is required for maintenance and operation of equipment Storage must be in closed metal containers inside a storage cabinet, or safety cans, or an inside storage room.

[Audio] Flammables should be stored in an approved cabinet in a cool, well-ventilated area to avoid pressure buildup and vaporization..

[Audio] There should be at least one fire extinguisher in the area. Large storage areas should have a fire protection system installed and must be approved for this use..

[Audio] Contrary to popular belief, these cabinets are not designed to contain a fire, but to prevent an outside fire from reaching the contents for a period of 10 minutes – enough time to evacuate the area..

[Audio] Storage Cabinets Must be conspicuously labeled, " Flammable - Keep Fire Away" Doors on metal cabinets must have a three-point lock ( top, side, and bottom), and the door sill must be raised at least 2 inches above the bottom of the cabinet.

[Audio] Containers should be tightly sealed when not in use. Approved safety cans are recommended for smaller quantities. Approved container of not more than 5 gallons capacity Spring-closing lid and spout cover Safely relieves internal pressure when exposed to fire.

[Audio] Combustible waste and residue must be kept to a minimum, stored in covered metal receptacles and disposed of daily..

[Audio] Safe Handling Fundamentals Carefully read the manufacturer's label on the flammable liquid container before storing or using it Practice good housekeeping Clean up spills immediately, then place the cleanup rags in a covered metal container Only use approved metal safety containers or original manufacturer's container to store flammable liquids Keep the containers closed when not in use and store away from exits or passageways Use flammable liquids only where there is plenty of ventilation Keep flammable liquids away from ignition sources such as open flames, sparks, smoking, cutting, welding, etc..

[Audio] Let's check your knowledge. Please review the questions and answer with 'true' or 'false'. Print the page and send to [email protected] to get credit for the awareness training..