We're sorry, but OSHAcademy doesn't work properly without JavaScript enabled. Please turn on JavaScript or install a browser that supports Javascript.

174 Healthcare: Fire Safety
Skip to main content

Fire Prevention

Fire Prevention Plan Provisions

Here are the minimum provisions of a fire prevention plan:

  • List of all major fire hazards, proper handling and storage procedures for hazardous materials, potential ignition sources and their control, and the type of fire protection equipment necessary to control each major hazard.
  • Procedures to control accumulations of flammable and combustible waste materials.
  • Procedures for regular maintenance of safeguards installed on heat-producing equipment to prevent the accidental ignition of combustible materials.
  • Name or job title of employees responsible for maintaining equipment to prevent or control sources of ignition or fires.
  • Name or job title of employees responsible for the control of fuel source hazards. In addition, when you assign employees to a job, you must inform them of any fire hazards they may be exposed to. You must also review with each employee those parts of the fire prevention plan necessary for self-protection.

For more information about Fire Prevention Plans, see OSHAcademy course 718 Fire Prevention Plans.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

1-10. Which of the following should be included in a fire prevention plan?