HEALTH & SAFETY
In the workplace, health and safety regulations are paramount to the well-being of the employees and the employer.
Overview
Delegates will be equipped with the skills and the knowledge that is required to identify fire types, select the correct extinguisher and control fires in the workplace while also taking preventative measures.
Objectives
- Components required to sustain combustion are identified and related to fires
- Repellents used in controlling combustion are identified and related to extinguishing fires
- Types of extinguishers used in fire extinguishing are identified and are related to types of fire
- Fire types – flammable liquids, gases, greases, energised electrical equipment
- Personal safety requirements are identified and related to fires and the use of repellents
Course Prerequisite
Communication at ABET Level 3 & Mathematical at ABET Level 3
Language of Delivery
English
Delivery Methods
Course is facilitated by a competent subject matter trainer, who utilises a combination of the following techniques to ensure that the session is practical and experiential: Discussion; Role Play; Exercises & Case Studies; Videos/DVD’s; Games, Slide Shows & Written Questions.
Training & Evaluation
- Training on a 50% theoretical and 50% practical basis.
- Evaluation on at least 30% theoretical and 50% practical basis.
Who should attend?
The basic fire fighting course can (and should) be attended by employees responsible for workplace firefighting and appointed workplace firefighters. Also, employees that want to gain more knowledge in workplace firefighting and basic fire prevention. It can also be useful to have a fire marshal complete this course, as fire marshals will act as back-up for the appointed workplace firefighter whom has completed the Basic Fire Fighting course.
Duration
1 Day
Includes:
- Comprehensive Manual
- Lunch & Refreshments (not applicable to on-site training)
- SAIOSH Accredited (2 CPD credits/points)
- Electronic Certificate (on successful completion of the course)
- Electronic Delegate Feedback Questionnaire
Course outline
| Module 1 | Knowledge of Fire and Repellents Definition of a Fire The Fire Triangle Main causes of Fire in the Workplace Components required to sustain combustion Repellents used in controlling combustion Classes of Fire - Controlling Type A Fires, Controlling Type B Fires, Controlling Type C Fires, Controlling Type D Fires, Controlling Type K Fires Importance of Fire Fighting Types of Extinguishers - Water Fire Extinguishers, Dry Chemical/Power Fire Extinguishers, Spray Foam Extinguishers, Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Fire Extinguishers Fire Blankets Personal Safety Equipment & Facilities Goals of Fire Prevention |
| Module 2 | The use of the various Types of Fire Extinguishers Strategies to Prevent a Fire When NOT to fight a Fire The right type of extinguisher for each type of fire Methods to extinguish fires - Small fires, Large fires How to use a fire extinguisher Understand the acronym “RACE” Understand the acronym “ PASS” Understand the acronym “REACT” In case of a fire – precautionary measures Escape & Rescue procedures The Do’s and Don’ts Important steps to follow in case of a fire |
| Module 3 | The use of Fixed Hose Reels The use of Fire Blankets The use of Sand Buckets Maintenance of Equipment Checking equipment - Why does it need to be inspected?, Who is to do the inspection?, When to schedule the inspection? The inspection of Fire Extinguishers Smoke Alarms Fire Drills & Training The application of water and sand The Importance of Fire Safety Signs (different signs) Safety Signs – Colours Importance of Good Housekeeping Storage Guidelines |