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Chimney Fires. Objectives. F/F will be able to recognize typical flue and chimney construction in our area F/F will be able to recognize conditions and locations for creosote accumulations F/F will be able to recognize fire hazards associated with stoves and chimneys
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Objectives • F/F will be able to recognize typical flue and chimney construction in our area • F/F will be able to recognize conditions and locations for creosote accumulations • F/F will be able to recognize fire hazards associated with stoves and chimneys • F/F will be able recognize hazards related to multiple appliance connections to same flue
Typical Flues and Chimneys in Our Area. • Masonry chimney systems • Typical construction • Clearance of combustibles and hazards • Cracks and deterioration
Typical Flues And Chimneys In Our Area • Typical construction
Typical Flues And Chimneys In Our Area • Cracks and Deterioration
Chimneys Without Flue Liners • Typical construction • Clearance of combustibles • Cracks and deterioration
Chimneys Without Flue Liners • Cracks and Deterioration
Factory Built Metal Chimneys • Triple wall • Metal bestous • Clearances and hazards
Exterior Cosmetic Covers • Combustible construction • No simple access
Low O2 smoldering burn Tar fog Build up at temp change Chimney cap plugged Hot wet dripping creosote Signs of creosote on exterior of pipe or chimney Creosote Build up
Fire and Hazard Inspection of Stove • Doors fit proper • Breaches in stove • Clearance of combustibles
Stove Pipe Hazards • Joints secured • Direction of sexed joints • Clearances
One Flue Multi Appliances • Chimneys must be checked for breaches • Gas water heaters • Oil furnaces • Other wood burners • Little water for extinguishment • Electrical hazards
Commercial Chimneys • Ask for help from business supervisor or shop Foreman • Deluge systems • Fire resistive noncombustible construction covers • Inspection holes
Roof Systems • Light weight construction • Stick frame • Coverings • Egress
Be Prepared Be Safe Expect the unexpected Chimney fires are fires in a structure