chimneys & ducting Flashcards
1
Q
give six hazards associated with chimneys
A
working at height falling debris explosion heavy fire loading unexpected fire or smoke spread hearth fires insulating materials electrical extraction systems damage control unauthorised building works
2
Q
are chimneys traditionally load bearing?
A
nope
3
Q
what should be obtained asap by the IC on arrival?
A
plans of ducting routes
4
Q
what are fire dampeners?
A
automatic fire prevention systems used in heating, ventilation and aircon ducts - they isolate the fire.
5
Q
where possible, ducting or chimney fires should be extinguished from where?
A
the bottom
6
Q
how should the lower part of a chimney flue be inspected?
A
chimney mirror in the chimney gear
