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This training module covers essential elements of fire control, prevention, and notification procedures. It equips participants with practical skills, including the proper usage of fire extinguishers and knowledge of fire hazards within correctional agencies. Participants will learn about the classes of fires, types of extinguishers, and methods to protect life and property. The module emphasizes the importance of understanding fire chemistry, ignition sources, and emergency response protocols to ensure safety and preparedness in fire situations.
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FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION A. Objective 1. 085. Describe fire control, prevention & notification procedures-elements of afire.
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION 2. 086: In a practical exercise, demonstrate to the satisfaction of the instructor, the proper procedure for using fire extinguishers.
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION 3. 095: Practical--Use of fire extinguisher 4. 188: Describe fire control, prevention & notification procedures- fire hazards in a correctional agency.
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION 5. 189: Describe fire control, prevention & notification procedures- prevention methods. 6. 190: Describe fire control, prevention & notification procedures-classes of fires & the types of extinguishers.
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION 7. 191: Describe fire control, prevention & notification procedures-procedures to protect life & property.
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION B. Fire Defined 1. Chemical reaction known as combustion. 2. The rapid oxidation of combustible material accompanied by a release of energy in the form of heat and light.
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION Elements of Fire O 2 FUEL CHEMICAL CHAIN REACTION HEAT / IGNITION SOURCE
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION C. Fuel 1. Solid-paper, wood, trash, books, clothing, mattresses, etc. 2. Liquids-paint, gasoline, oil, thinners, etc. 3. Gas-propane, methane, natural gas, etc.
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION D. Oxygen 1. Sixteen percent (16%) needed to have fire 2. We breathe a. Twenty one percent (21%) oxygen b. Seventy eight percent (78%) nitrogen c. One percent (1%) other elements
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION E. Heat/ignition source (1%) 1. Hot surfaces a. Electric stove tops, hot metals b. Others 2. Open flames a. Matches, lighters, sparks b. Other
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION • Elements of Fire 1. Friction a. Rubbing sticks or metal together
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION 2. Solar a. The sun, solar heating equipment & magnifying devices 3. Electrical factors a. Bare wires, electrical shorts & overloaded outlets
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION H. Chemical Chain Reaction 1. Apply heat to any fuel and the fuel becomes volatile, taking on a gaseous state 2. The molecules are more active and easily oxidized.
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION G. Fire Classifications 1. Class A - Fire in solid 2. Class B - Flammable liquids 3. Class C - Energized electrical systems 4. Class D - Burning metals
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION J. Controlling Fire Elements 1. Fuel a. Searches & inspections b. Establish smoking & disposal areas c. Restrict overloaded outlets
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION Killers in Fires Smoke Toxic Gases
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION 2. Fuel a. Fire plans, procedures & drills b. Contingency plans c. Appropriate/adequate equipment
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION 3. Sound alarm 4. Establish emergency security a. Locate extinguishing equipment b. Write report c. Make emergency repairs
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION K. Fire Safety 1. Check equipment 2. Go in pairs 3. Maintain contact 4. Stay with a partner, in/out together
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION L. Priorities in a Fire 1. Human Life 2. Communications 3. Armory 4. Records
FIRE CONTROL & PREVENTION 5. Paint shop 6. Motor vehicles 7. Furniture 8. Empty housing