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MEASURES
OBJECTIVE
• To acquire basic knowledge on the nature
and behavior of fire
• To be familiar with the proper response
procedures during fire emergencies
• To increase awareness on fire safety and be
more prepared in case of a fire incident.
COURSE OUTLINE
A. BFP HISTORY
B. NATURE AND BEHAVIOR OF FIRE
C. CLASSES OF FIRE
D. PARTS & USE OF FIRE EXTINGUISHER
E. ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE OF FIRE BRIGADE
F. FIRE EVACUATION DRILL & PROCEDURE
G. FIRE EMERGENCY PROCEDURE
H. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
I. BASIC FIRE SAFETY FEATURES IN A BUILDING
J. FIRE SAFETY TIPS
Bureau of Fire Protection
- Through the enactment of the RA 6975,also
known as the DILG Act of 1990, the Fire
Service was separated from the PC-INP as a
separate and distinct agency as Bureau of Fire
Protection on August 2, 1991.
1. By Radiation
2. By Convection
3. By Conduction
4. By Direct Contact
Radiation
HEAT
Convection is the transfer of heat energy by the
movement of heated fluids.
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Ordinary combustible materials E
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• Cooling-temperature reduction
• Smothering-oxygen dilution
• Fuel Removal
• Inhibition-breaking the chemical
reaction
REDUCTION OF HEAT
CLASS A
Ordinary combustibles or
fibrous material, such as
wood, paper, cloth,
rubber and some plastics.
CLASS B
Flammable or
combustible liquids such
as gasoline, kerosene,
paint, paint thinners and
propane.
CLASS C
Energized electrical
equipment, such as
appliances, switches,
panel boxes and power
tools.
CLASS D
Certain combustible metals,
such as magnesium, titanium,
potassium and sodium. They
may react violently with water
or other chemicals, and must
be handled with care.
CLASS K
Fires involving
combustible cooking
fluids such as oils and
fats.
FIRST AIDE FIRE
FIGHTING APPLIANCE
Fire Extinguisher
is a handy, first aid fire fighting
-
equipment
Fire Extinguisher Anatomy
PRESSURE GAUGE
DISCHARGE LEVER (not found on CO2
extinguishers)
DISCHARGE HOSE
DATA PLATE
DISCHARGE ORIFICE
HOW TO USE A
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
• an environmentally preferred
alternative to Halon with zero-
Ozone Depleting Potential (ODP);
• Montreal Protocol & RA 8749 (aka
The Philippine Clean Air Act)
compliant
• Recommended for A, B and C Types
of fire
Dry Chemical
Deputy Fire
Brigade Chief
Floor Captain /
Safety Officer
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Security Rescue
Fire & Traffic &
Communication Fighting Evacuatio Salvage
n Team Team First Aid Fire Safety
Team Team Team Team Personnel
Fire Marshal (FM)
• During emergencies, the FM should have a
complete monitoring and supervision of the
situation
• The FM must be able to immediately set up a
Command Post `
• The FM must immediately have an available
copy of the floor plan/lay out of the building
• The FM should regularly organize fire safety
seminars and drills for the building fire brigade
and occupants
Assistant Brigade Marshal (ABM)
Communication Team
• Upon confirmation that fire is positive, the assigned
communication team must immediately call the
nearest fire station or any provided emergency hotline
• Must be always prepared to give public address in case
of evacuation
Firefighting Team
Salvage Team
• During a fire emergency, the salvage team is
responsible for saving savable properties within the
fire scene or those properties that can be saved from
further damage to lessen the amount of damages
First Aid Team
• Bunker/Fire coat
• Trouser
• Suspenders
• Gloves
• Fire Boots
BASIC FIRE SAFETY FEATURES OF A BUILDING