Fire safety Flashcards
Any material capable of being easily ignited, burning intensely, or having a
rapid rate of flame spread.
Flammable
Liquids having a flash
point below 140°F and a vapor pressure not
exceeding 40 pounds per square inch.
Flammable liquids
means any liquid having a
flash point at or above 140 deg. F and below
200 deg. F
Combustible liquid
An approved, closed container,
of not more than 5 gallon capacity, having a
flash arresting screen, spring closing lid, and
spout cover designed so it will safely relieve
internal pressure when exposed to fire.
safety can
The employer must develop a ____ to be followed
through construction, and provide all
equipment as required for firefighting.
fire protection program
A temporary or permanent water supply of sufficient volume, duration and pressure must be made available as soon as _____.
combustible materials accumulate
Where _____ are to be provided, they must be installed and
available as soon as practical.
Underground water mains
In all structures where \_\_\_ are required, they must be maintained as construction progresses in such a manner that they are always ready for fire protection use.
standpipes
Standpipes must be provided with _____ on the outside of the structure, at the street level,
and conspicuously marked.
Siamese fire department connections
Fire Cutoffs (Walls & Doors) three requirements
1. Fire walls and exit stairways must be given
construction priority.
2. Fire doors must be hung on openings as soon
as practical.
3. Fire cutoffs must be retained in buildings
undergoing alterations or demolition until
operations require their removal.
Fire walls and exit stairways must be given ___________.
.
construction priority
____ must be hung on openings as soon
as practical.
Fire doors
Fire cutoffs must be retained in buildings
undergoing alterations or demolition until _____.
operations require their removal.
Portable Firefighting Equipment four rules.
- 1 2A extinguisher for every 3000 sq. ft. of
floor space - Travel distance not to exceed 100 feet
- 1 per floor
- 1 by each stairwell
1 2A extinguisher for every ___ of
floor space
3000 sq. ft.
The travel distance for a 2a extinguisher should not exceed ____.
100 feet
How many 2a extinguishers should there be per floor?
one
How many 2a extinguishers should be by each stairway?
one
Alternatives to 2A fire extinguishers
- A 55 gallon drum of water with two fire pails.
- ½ inch garden hose not longer than 100 feet with nozzle capable of discharging 5 gallons per minute.
- Hoses must be located on racks or reels.
A 10B extinguisher must be within ___ of 5 gallons of flammable liquid or gas.
50 feet
Extinguishers must be inspected and maintained per ___.
NFPA
Fire extinguisher classification D
Combustible metals
Fire extinguisher classification A
Wood, Paper, Trash
Fire extinguisher classification C
Electrical equipment
Fire Extinguisher classification B
Flammable liquids
Portable extinguishers are rated for the___of fire they can handle.
size
This rating is a number from ____ for Class A fires and ____ for Class B fires.
1 to 40
1 to 640
The larger the ____, the larger the fire the extinguisher can put out.
Number
They use monoammonium phosphate which is a dry chemical that is able to put out the fire. This extinguisher is able to put out three classifications of fires. Type A, B, C.
ABC extinguisher
They can be put in both class B and C fires caused by flammable liquids (B) and energized electrical equipment (C) .
BC fire extinguishers
What does PASS stand for?
- Pull 2. Aim 3. Squeeze 4. Sweep
During demolition or alteration, sprinklers must be retained in service ________.
as long as reasonable
New construction utilizing automatic sprinklers must follow the work and be placed in ___________.
as soon as practical
An ______ must be established by the employer that alerts employees and the fire department.
alarm system
Alarm system =
telephone, siren, radios, air horns, etc.
Alarm system must be posted at ____ and ____.
Phones, job entrances
Three fire prevention techniques
- Electrical wiring and equipment for light, heat, and power must be installed per Subpart K.
- Gas powered equipment must point exhaust away from combustible materials.
- Smoking must be prohibited in work areas which may pose a fire hazard.
Electrical wiring and equipment for light, heat, and power must be installed per ____.
Subpart K
Gas powered equipment must point exhaust away from____.
Combustible materials
Smoking must be prohibited in work areas which may pose a ____.
Fire hazard
Three rules for temporary buildings
- No temporary building may be erected where it would block or hinder an exit.
- Temporary buildings must be erected at least 10 feet from other structures.
- Must be constructed of noncombustible materials, or have a fire resistance of not less than one hour.
No _____ may be erected where it would block or hinder an exit.
temporary building
Temporary buildings must be erected at least ____ from other structures.
10 feet
Temporary buildings must be constructed of noncombustible materials, or have a fire resistance of not less than _____.
one hour
open yard storage
- Combustibles must not be stacked more than 20’ high.
- Storage area must be kept clear of weeds, trash, and other combustibles.
- Driveways must be at least 15 feet wide and free of debris to accommodate travel of fire trucks.
- Entire storage site must be kept free of accumulation of unnecessary combustible materials.
- No combustible material may be stored outdoors within ten feet of a building or structure.
- A portable fire extinguisher not less than 2A must be located within 100 feet.
Combustibles must not be stacked more than __ high.
20’
Storage area must be kept clear of weeds, trash, and other ______.
combustibles
Driveways must be at least ___ wide and free of debris to accommodate travel of fire trucks.
15 feet
Entire storage site must be kept free of accumulation of unnecessary ______.
combustible materials
No combustible material may be stored outdoors within ___ of a building or structure.
ten feet
A portable fire extinguisher not less than 2A must be located within ____.
100 feet
five rules for indoor storage
- All materials must be stored, handled, and piled with due regard to their fire characteristics.
- Non-combustible materials which may create a fire hazard must be segregated by a barrier with a fire resistance of at least one hour.
- Clearance of at least 36 inches must be maintained between stored materials and sprinkler deflectors.
- Maintain clearance around lights and heating units to prevent ignition of combustibles.
- Adequate clearance must be maintained around fire doors.
All materials must be stored, handled, and piled with due regard to their ______.
fire characteristics
Non-combustible materials which may create a fire hazard must be segregated by a ____ with a fire resistance of at least one hour.
barrier
Clearance of at least ____ must be maintained between stored materials and sprinkler deflectors.
36 inches
Maintain _____ around lights and heating units to prevent ignition of combustibles.
clearance
Adequate clearance must be maintained around ______.
fire doors
Only ____ containers and tanks (portable) to be used.
approved
Cannot be stored at exits, stairs, or passageways.
Gas tanks
No more than ____ of flammable or combustible liquids may be stored in a room outside of an approved storage cabinet.
25 gallons
Not more than ____ of flammable or ____ of combustible liquids can be stored in any one storage cabinet.
- 60 gallons
2. 120 gallons
Not more than _____ may be stored in any one pile or area.
1100 gallons
Piles must be separated by ____clearance.
5 foot clearance
Piles must not be closer than ____ to any building.
20 feet
Storage area must ___ to divert spills away from buildings or other exposures. Or, surrounded by a curb or earth dike at least ___ high.
a. graded, b. 12 inches
_____ must kept free of weeds debris and other combustibles.
Storage areas
Storage areas in buildings must have a ___ fire extinguisher outside the room but not more than ___ feet from the door.
a. 20B
b. 10 feet
Outside storage areas must have a ___ fire extinguisher not less than ____ nor more than ___ away from the area.
a. 20B
b. 25 feet
c. 75 feet
Dispensing & Handling Liquids: when transferring liquids from one container to another the containers must be _____.
electrically bonded
Dispensing & Handling Liquids Equipment must be shut off during ____.
refueling
Dispensing & Handling Liquids Flammable liquids must only be used when at least ____ away from open flames and other sources of ignition.
50 feet
Service and fueling areas must have a 20BC extinguisher within _____.
75 feet of pump
Area around tank must have proper ____.
berm or drainage
Tank to be ____ identifying contents and hazards.
labeled
No ____ or open flames in fueling areas.
smoking
Storage of LPG in buildings is _____.
prohibited
Storing Liquefied Petroleum Gas 500 lbs or less.
o feet away from building
Storing Liquefied Petroleum Gas 501 to 6000 lbs.
10 feet away from building
Storing Liquefied Petroleum Gas 6001 to 10,000 lbs.
20 feet away from building
Storing Liquefied Petroleum Gas Over 10,000 lbs
25 feet from building
When using tempory heating,____must be supplied in adequate amounts to maintain the health and safety of employees.
Fresh air
Flammable liquid fired heaters to be equipped with a ______ to stop fuel in the event of flame failure.
fuel shut off control
_________ are prohibited in buildings and on scaffolds.
solid fuel salamanders
Heaters not suitable for use on ____ must rest on suitable heat insulating material, the material must extend beyond the heater two feet or more in all directions.
wood floors
When heaters are used near tarps, canvas, or similar coverings they must be located at least ___ from the coverings.
10 feet
Coverings must be securely fastened to prevent ____ due to wind.
ignition
One of the most frequent causes of construction fires is the use of ________.
welding/cutting torches
It is imperative that ____ not be allowed to fall on combustible materials.
sparks
Use fire _____ or blankets when combustibles cannot be removed.
fire retardant traps
Although not required, many companies require a _____ for any operation using flames or producing sparks.
hot-work permit
Requires management ______ before hot-work may commence.
authorization
The permit should include:
- Inspecting and isolating combustible materials
2. Establishing a fire watch
A fire watch is the use of a standby employee equipped with a _______ whose sole job is to monitor for sparks or flames.
fire extinguisher
The fire watch employee should remain in the area for at least ___ after hot-work is complete to continue monitoring.
30 min.
What are the 4 steps to using a fire extinguisher?
PASS
What type fires does a BC extinguisher protect against?
Electrical and Fuel
What should you do before refueling equipment?
Shut it OFF
How many fire extinguishers are required in a building under construction?
1 per floor or every 3000 sf
