Hazards that Cause Fires
Electrical Hazards: Electrical system failures and the misuse of electrical equipment are leading causes of workplace fires. Fires can result from loose ground connections, wiring with frayed insulation, or overloaded fuses, circuits, motors, or outlets.
Portable Heaters: All portable heaters should be approved by the plan administrator. Portable electric heaters should have tip-over protection that automatically shuts off the unit when it is tipped over.
Office Fires Hazards: Fire risks are not limited to industrial facilities. Fires in offices have become more likely because of the increased use of electrical equipment, such as computers.
Welding, Cutting, and Open Flame Work: Welding, cutting, and working with open flames pose obvious fire hazards in the workplace. In some cases, fire watches may need to be positioned nearby, and barriers might be required to separate the welding area from materials that are flammable.
Flammable and Combustible Materials: These materials include common items like wood, paper, cloth, rubber, and plastics. They can serve as fuel and are typically found in general areas, such as offices.
- Class A Combustibles: These include common combustible materials (wood, paper, cloth, rubber, and plastics) that can act as fuel and are found in non-specialized areas such as offices.
- Class B Combustibles: This category includes flammable liquids like oils, greases, tars, and oil-based paints, as well as flammable gases and aerosols.
Smoking in the Workplace: An effective FPP prohibits smoking in all company buildings. It may also designate certain outdoor areas as no-smoking zones. These outdoor areas should be marked with NO SMOKING signs.
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2-5. Under the Fire Prevention Plan (FPP), portable heaters should _____.
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