NVQ L3 Beauty Therapy Fire Precaution Clare Hargreaves-Norris

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Fire Precautions
NVQ Level 3 Beauty
Therapy

2. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety)
Order 2005
Under this regulation, a responsible person has to perform a
fire risk assessment and produce a fire management plan, there
are guidelines on the HSE website to help with this. The general
guidelines are:
 Appropriate fire extinguishers must be placed at suitable sites,
these must be maintained and serviced by a qualified contractor.
 All staff must be trained in the use of fire safety equipment
and procedures, this should be re-assessed at regular intervals.
 Fire exits must be clearly identified and kept clear at all times.
 In order to comply with this law you must observe the points
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listed below:
 Ideally, the evacuation procedure is visible to everyone on the
premises – usually a poster is placed on all exits.

3. Can you think of the sensible fire precautions
that all salons should follow?
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Precautions
 All staff must be trained and be aware of the fire and
emergency evacuation procedure for their place of work.
 An emergency exit route must be established for the
easiest route by which staff and clients can leave the
building in the safest way possible.
 Make sure that everyone is aware of the assembly point.
 A smoke alarm should be fitted to give a warning of a fire.
 Fire doors should be fitted to secure the fire and provide
help to control the spread of the fire.
 Fire fighting equipment must be available and placed in a
specified location for easy access. This equipment
includes fire blankets, fire extinguishers, sand buckets
and water hoses.
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Precautions continued
 Fire fighting equipment should only be used once the
nature of the fire has been established, as using the
incorrect piece of fire fighting equipment could make the
fire worse.
 Be sensible and do not panic.
 Make sure everyone is aware of the location of the fire
fighting equipment and fire alarm.
 Always close windows and doors behind you.
 Never use the lift in an evacuation procedure.
 Have a procedure for checking who is on the premises.
 Take sensible precautions when working with electrical
equipment, candles and hazardous substances.

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Putting Out Fires
 Closing windows and doors will shut out the oxygen supply
which will slow down the spread of the fire.
 Spraying water onto wood or paper will take away the heat
and without the heat the fire will go out.
 If a persons clothes are on fire, wrapping them in a blanket
will starve the fire of oxygen and put the flames out,
 Placing a lid or wet towel over a pan of burning oil will starve
the fire of oxygen and put out the flames. Never pour
water onto burning oil as it will splash and the oil continues
to burn as it floats on the water.
 If possible, switch off the electricity supply to electrical
items, never use water as it can cause electrocution.

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Electrical Fires
The common causes of
electrical fires are:
 Faulty wiring
 Overloading sockets
 Poor maintenance of equipment
 Electrical equipment near
liquids
 Cables in vulnerable positions
 Frayed wires
 Incorrectly wired plugs

8. Danger signs to look out for when
using electrical equipment
The danger signs to look
out for when using
electrical equipment are
hot plugs and sockets,
fuses that blow for no
obvious reason, flickering
lights, scorch marks on
sockets or plugs.
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Safe Candle Use
Candles are often used to create a relaxing environment
within the salon, however candles are causing more and more
fires so it is important that you follow safe measures when
using them. Consider the following guidelines;
 Place on a heat resistance surface
 Place in a candle holder
 Don’t put near materials such as curtains
 Don’t place under shelves
 Never leave candles unattended
 Don’t move burning candles
 Place them at least 10 cm apart from each other

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Fire Extinguishers
A fire extinguisher is a cylinder containing a
pressurised substance which shoots out in a
jet. They may contain powder, water, foam or
carbon dioxide.
A fire extinguisher is an excellent piece of
fire fighting equipment providing the correct
extinguisher is used for the fire type.
The advantage of a fire extinguisher is that
you can keep some distance from the fire
when applying.
The disadvantages are they are relatively
expensive in comparison to the fire blanket
and smoke alarm and require servicing
annually.

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Fire Extinguishers
There are a variety of fire extinguishers
available for use and you must be aware that
not every extinguisher is suitable for every
type of fire.
Only use a fire extinguisher if you have been
specifically trained to do so.
It is important that you do not put yourself
or others at risk, only ever attempt to deal
with a small fire if you feel competent.

12. How to use a fire extinguisher
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Pull out the pin
Aim the nozzle low
Squeeze the lever
Sweep the nozzle towards the base of the
fire

13. Types of Fire Safety Equipment
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14. Types of Red Label Extinguisher
Water
Red with red label
Used on solids and
liquids
Not used on
electrical fires
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15. Types of Cream Label Extinguisher
Foam
Red with a cream
label
Used on solids and
liquids
Not used on
electrical fires
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16. Types of Black Label Extinguisher
Carbon Dioxide
Red with a black
label
Used on all fires
Particularly
electrical fires
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17. Types of Blue Label Extinguisher
Dry Powder
Red with a blue
label
Used on all fires
Particularly liquids
& gases
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18. Types of Yellow Label Extinguisher
Wet Chemical
Red with a yellow
label
Used on cooking oil
Replaced fire
blanket
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Fire Blanket
Fire blankets are suitable
for use on a person or small
fires. To use, hold in a firm
grip and protect your hands
with the edge of the
blanket, place from your
body towards the fire. Do
not flap or waft the blanket
over as this may cause the
fire to flare up.

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Smoke Alarm
A smoke alarm is more
important than a fire
extinguisher as it provides
you with a warning, allowing
extra evacuation time. Every
salon should have at least one
smoke alarm fitted. They
are very cheap, starting from
around £5.00.

21. Fire Evacuation Procedure
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 Raise the alarm if it has not
already been done and dial 999.
 Shut down any equipment.
 Close all windows and doors as
you leave to contain the fire.
 Escort your client out with you.
(You may need to wrap the client
in a dressing gown or blanket).
 Use the designated evacuation
route without panicking
(remember do not use the lift, it
is not safe to do so).
 Proceed to your assembly point.
 Do not re-enter the building until
you have been told it is safe.

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Further Information
If you require further information on fire
precautions visit the following website
www.firekills.gov.uk