Fire – The active principle of burning, characterized by the heat and light of combustion.

It is a
rapid oxidation process accompanied with the evolution of light and heat of varying intensities.
Fire is useful, but also very dangerous because it can cause houses, trees and many other things
to burn into ashes. They can destroy a huge area in a matter of minutes. Every year many
people die by accident from fire.

Elements of Fire

Common Causes of Fire

1. Cooking equipment
2. Smoking
3. Electrical equipment Candles.
4. Curious children
5. Faulty wiring
6. Flammable liquids
7. Lighting
8. Open flames

IN CASE OF FIRE

• REMAIN CALM, THINK AND ACT!

 Try to kill the fire by using Fire extinguishers or activating the sprinklers
  Immediately pull the nearest fire alarm pull station as you exit the building.
• Proceed to the designated evacuation area

• Immediately leave the building by means of nearest available exit

• When evacuating the building, be sure to feel doors for heat before opening them to be
sure there is no fire danger on the other side.

• If there is smoke in the air, stay low to the ground, especially your head, to reduce
inhalation exposure. Keep on hand on the wall to prevent disorientation and crawl to
the nearest exit.
• Notify other persons on your way out

• Never go back to the burning building

• Once away and clear from danger, call your report contact and inform them of the fire.
• Go to your refuge area and await further instructions from emergency personnel.

Fire Safety Tips

1. Identify and report fire hazards and unsafe work practices.

2. Unplug all electrical equipment when not in operation, unless necessary.

3. Maintain proper housekeeping

4. Familiarize and keep emergency exits marked, lighted and free from any obstruction.

5. Familiarize location of fire alarm, fire extinguishers and other fire fighting equipment.

6. Enforce “No Smoking” policy

7. Avoid overloading of electrical circuits by plugging many appliances

8. Do not store large volume of combustible liquids without proper clearance/permit and
fire protection

9. Regularly conduct emergency drills (internal)