1. What is Fire Safety?

Fire safety refers to the practices used to prevent fires, reduce risks, and ensure safe evacuation in case of an emergency.

Goal: Protect life, property, and the environment.

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2. The Fire Triangle

A fire needs three elements:

• Heat – ignition source (flame, spark, hot surface)
• Fuel – anything that can burn (paper, wood, gas, fuel)
• Oxygen – usually from the air

👉 If you remove any one element, the fire will stop.

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3. Common Causes of Fire

• Electrical faults (short circuits, overloaded wiring)
• Flammable liquids/gases (leaks, spills)
• Smoking materials (cigarettes, matches)
• Poor housekeeping (clutter near ignition sources)
• Hot works (welding, cutting, grinding without precautions)
• Kitchen fires (cooking oil, open flames)

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4. Classes of Fire

• Class A: Ordinary combustibles (wood, paper, cloth)
• Class B: Flammable liquids (petrol, oil, paints)
• Class C: Flammable gases
• Class D: Metals (magnesium, sodium)
• Class E: Electrical fires
• Class F/K: Cooking oils and fats

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5. Fire Extinguishers

• Water (Red): Class A fires only
• Foam (Cream): Class A & B
• CO₂ (Black): Electrical & Class B fires
• Dry Powder (Blue): Class A, B, C & electrical fires
• Wet Chemical (Yellow): Kitchen fires

⚠️ Remember: Always use the right extinguisher for the right fire.

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6. Fire Prevention Measures

• Maintain electrical systems and avoid overloading
• Store flammable materials safely
• Keep workplaces clean and clutter-free
• Follow hot work permits (welding, cutting, etc.)
• No smoking in restricted areas
• Conduct regular fire drills and inspections

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7. Emergency Actions in Case of Fire

1. Raise the alarm (shout “Fire!” and activate alarm system)
2. Call emergency services
3. Evacuate safely (do not use lifts, follow exit signs)
4. Assist others if possible without risking your life
5. Close doors/windows if safe to slow fire spread
6. Use fire extinguisher only if trained and fire is small

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8. Evacuation Safety (R.A.C.E. & P.A.S.S.)

R.A.C.E.

• R: Rescue anyone in danger
• A: Alarm (raise the alarm)
• C: Contain (close doors)
• E: Evacuate / Extinguish

P.A.S.S. (Extinguisher Use)

• P: Pull the pin
• A: Aim at the base of fire
• S: Squeeze handle
• S: Sweep side to side

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9. Fire Safety Equipment

• Fire alarms and detectors
• Fire extinguishers
• Fire blankets
• Sprinkler systems
• Emergency lighting
• Exit routes and signage

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