Employees are susceptible to injury and death from fires. The environment, equipment, and property are all damaged by fires. Fire hazard concerns are reduced through preventative measures and training.

1. Is Fire Safety
Training for
Employees
Required?

2. Fires are Everywhere!
Fires can occur at any time and at
any place. Fires can be triggered
due to various reasons at home,
offices, construction sites, factories,
schools, and even open spaces.

3. Examples Where Fires May Occur
1. A room full of computers.
2. A hazardous waste site with
flammable chemicals.
3. A kitchen fire at home or at a
restaurant.

4. Some Common Causes of Fire
• Open flames such as stoves or fireplaces
• Heating, lighting, and electrical
equipment malfunctioning
• Smoking
• Burning

5. What Causes Workplace Fires?
• Electrical equipment malfunction or
failures.
• Smoking in prohibited areas
• Areas with greater exposure to
flammable materials or substances.
• Inappropriate storage of flammable
substances/materials.
• Welding or cutting operations.
• Friction or heat from machinery.

6. Various Industries are Prone to Fire Hazards
• Manufacturing
• Construction
• Healthcare
• Hazardous Waste Sites
• Agriculture
• Foodservice

7. Preventive Measures for Fire Safety
Employers are responsible for
creating awareness amongst
workers of the preventive
measures to minimize fire
hazards at workplaces.

8. Workplace Safety Measures
Have emergency exits
and clearly mark them.
Have in place fire
detection equipment
and fire suppression
systems.
Appoint a fire safety
officer.
Plan and regularly
execute fire drills to
prepare employees on
how to respond in case
of fire.
Electrical outlets and
circuits must not be
overloaded and be
regularly inspected.
Regular inspections of
electrical and heating
systems.
Do not use
malfunctioning or
damaged electrical
outlets and equipment.
Store combustible
substances/materials in
approved containers
and away from fire
ignition sources.
Annual Training for
Employees.

9. It is now clear that
implementing fire safety
measures could make
the difference between
life and death.

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