Fire Prevention and Response

All employees should be aware of fire hazards that exist in their workplace and know what to do in case of a fire. This course is designed to help learners understand the basics of a fire, what to do to prevent them, and how to respond appropriately to a fire in the workplace. After completing this course, learners will be able to: Describe the fire tetrahedron and how fires start and spread Discuss the dangers of fire and why rapid fire evacuation is critical Identify housekeeping processes and safe materials handling procedures that can help prevent fires Explain the OSHA requirements regarding emergency action planning, fire prevention plans, and evacuations in the event of a serious fire Discuss the basic steps to take during an evacuation