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Fire Safety Training: Presented by Environmental Safety Services, Division of Public Safety, Georgia Southern University

This document provides an overview of fire safety training presented by Environmental Safety Services at Georgia Southern University. The training covers topics such as how fires start, fire classification, emergency procedures, portable fire extinguisher use, and fire reporting. Attendees learn about fire causes and prevention, how to safely escape a fire, and the proper techniques for using different types of fire extinguishers. The goal is to educate about fire risks and prepare people to respond appropriately in the event of a fire emergency on campus.

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Fire Safety Training: Presented by Environmental Safety Services, Division of Public Safety, Georgia Southern University

This document provides an overview of fire safety training presented by Environmental Safety Services at Georgia Southern University. The training covers topics such as how fires start, fire classification, emergency procedures, portable fire extinguisher use, and fire reporting. Attendees learn about fire causes and prevention, how to safely escape a fire, and the proper techniques for using different types of fire extinguishers. The goal is to educate about fire risks and prepare people to respond appropriately in the event of a fire emergency on campus.

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Fire Safety Training

Presented by
Environmental Safety Services,
Division of Public Safety,
Georgia Southern University
Fire Safety Training

Dr. Francois Song


Director, Environmental Safety
Services

Bob Seel
Occupational Health/Safety
Officer

(912) 486-7161
Fire Safety Training

What we are going to Learn:


 How fires start.
 What “fire” is.
 Leading causes of fire.
 Emergency procedures.
 Extinguishment Theory.
 Classification of fire.
 How to use a portable fire extinguisher.
 Reporting an emergency.
Fires can be good…
… Or bad!
How do fires start?
 Lightening
How do fires start?

 Lightening
 Spontaneous combustion
How do fires start?

 Lightening
 Spontaneous combustion
 Chemical reaction
How do fires start?
 Lightening
 Spontaneous combustion
 Chemical reaction
 Electrical
How do fires start?

 People start fires


 Sometimes when they want to…
… and sometimes when they don’t
want to.
The number one cause of
house fires…

… Cigarettes!
What is Fire ?
A rapid chemical
reaction

The self-sustaining
process of rapid
oxidation of a fuel
which produces heat
and light.
Some causes of Fire

Electricity Space Heaters


Housekeeping Construction
Improper Storage Cleaning Supplies
Combustible Liquids Flammable Liquids
Equipment Carelessness
Unattended Cooking

Prevention is the best way to


fight a fire!
In the event of a Fire…
… get out fast!

Warn others.
Emergency Procedures

If there is a fire in your


building, please proceed to
the nearest exit and leave
in an orderly manner.
Remain outside until you
are given the all clear by
the fire or police
department.
Be Prepared

In your building, know the


location of:

1. The nearest exit.


2. A secondary route of
escape.
3. The location of fire
extinguishers.
4. The location of fire
alarm pull stations.
If the room is smoky
 Drop to the floor
 Stay under the smoke
 Crawl to the exit
If the door is warm
 Keep it closed
 Get out another way,
if you can
 Call for help
If your clothes catch Fire

 STOP

 DROP

 ROLL
In the event of a Fire
 Small fire
 Warn others
 Call for help
 Public Safety @ 5234
 Emergency @ 9 – 911
 Attempt to extinguish
 Use fire extinguisher if
trained
In the event of a Big Fire

 Warn others

 Pull alarm

 Get out!

 Call for Help


Portable Fire Extinguishers

The importance of portable


fire extinguishers.
Extinguishment Theory

• Removing Heat
• Removing Fuel
• Reducing Oxygen

WILL

• Inhibit Chemical
Chain Reaction
Classification of Fire

Class A or Ordinary Combustibles

This includes fuels such


as wood,paper, plastic,
rubber, and cloth.

Green Triangle
Classification of Fire
Class B or Flammable
and Combustible
Liquids and Gases

This includes all hydrocarbon


and alcohol based liquids and
gases that will support Red Square
combustion.
Classification of Fire

Class C or Electrical

This includes all fires involving


energized electrical equipment.

Blue Circle
Classification of Fire
Class D
or Combustible Metals

Examples of these types


of metals are: zirconium,
titanium, potassium, and
magnesium.
D
Yellow
Star
Classification of Fire
Class K
Class K is for fires in
unsaturated cooking oils in
well insulated cooking
appliances in commercial
kitchens.
Characteristics

Water extinguisher 30-40 ft. 60 sec.

Dry chemical 5-20 ft. 8-25 sec.

CO2 extinguisher 3-8 ft. 8-30 sec.


The Right Decision
Making That “Right” Decision
To use a Portable Fire Extinguisher
 You are trained in the use of extinguishers.

 You know what is burning.

 Fire is not spreading rapidly.

 Smoke and heat has not filled the area.

 You have a clear path of escape.

 Follow your instincts.


“Quick-Check”

Is It Ready To Use ?
1. Check the gauge. The pressure indicator
should be in the green zone. (CO2
extinguishers do not have pressure
gauges.)

2. The extinguisher should have a current


inspection tag.

3. The pin and handle should be secured


with a plastic tab seal.

4. The extinguisher and hose should be


free of any visible damage.
The P.A.S.S. Method

Aim the hose


or nozzle.

Pull the pin.


Squeeze the lever.

Sweep the
agent.
Reporting an Emergency

 Call the GSU Police @ 681-5234


or,
 On-campus you must dial 9-911
 It is not recommended you stay
in the building to call. Call from a
nearby building or a cell phone.
 Give as much information as
possible to the emergency
dispatcher.
Don’t be a Dead Hero!

You are not


expected
to be firefighters!
Do not take
unnecessary risks!
Thank You for your Time

Any Questions?
Contact the GSU Fire
Safety Program at:
486-7161
Or visit us at:
http://services.georgia
southern.edu/ess/

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