CONTROL OF

FIRE AT A
BUILDING
CONSTRUCTION
SITE
P re s ent er Na m e : R o na k R a t ho d
 CONTENT

Introduction​

Causes of fires at construction sites

Preventive measures

Response to fire outbreaks

Call to action & Future considerations

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 INTRODUCTION
A. Fire control: Fire control refers to the measures taken to
prevent, contain, and extinguish fires in buildings or other
structures. These measures include prevention strategies,
emergency preparedness plans, and fire suppression techniques.
B. Importance of fire control in construction sites: Construction
sites are particularly vulnerable to fires due to the presence of
flammable materials and activities such as welding and cutting.
Fire control is essential to ensure the safety of workers and the
public, prevent property damage, and minimize the impact on
the environment.
C. Objectives of the presentation: The objectives of the
presentation are to provide an overview of the causes of fires at
construction sites, highlight the preventive measures that can
be taken to reduce the risk of fire outbreaks, and outline the
appropriate response to fire incidents.

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 CAUSES OF FIRES AT CONSTRUCTION SITES

ELECTRICAL HOT WORK SMOKING ARSON COOKING

FAULTS

• Overloaded circuits • Activities like welding, • Smoking on • Deliberate act of • Cooking equipment
or faulty wiring can soldering, and cutting construction sites setting fires can such as portable
cause fires can generate sparks is a fire hazard due occur at stoves and grills
• Prevention: Regular and ignite nearby to the presence of construction sites should not be used
inspections of combustible materials
flammable • Prevention: Put on construction
electrical equipment, • Prevention: Obtain
licensed
materials security measures in sites
hot work permits,
professionals to do establish fire watch to • Prevention: place to prevent • Prevention: Do not
electrical work monitor work area Prohibit smoking, unauthorized access use cooking
provide designated and deter potential equipment on site
smoking areas arsonists

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PREVENTIVE MEASURES

A. Site layout and organization: Proper site layout and organization can reduce the risk of fires by ensuring that flammable
materials are stored away from potential sources of ignition and that access to emergency exits is clear.

B. Proper storage and handling of flammable materials: Flammable materials such as gasoline, diesel, and propane should
be stored in designated areas and handled according to safety regulations.

C. Regular inspection and maintenance of equipment: Equipment such as electrical tools and machinery should be inspected
regularly to ensure that they are in good working condition and that any faults are identified and rectified promptly.

D. Provision of fire-fighting equipment: Adequate fire-fighting equipment such as fire extinguishers and fire hoses should be
provided on site and maintained in good condition.

E. Safety training and awareness campaigns: Workers should be trained in fire safety procedures and made aware of the risks
associated with their work activities.

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RESPONSE TO FIRE OUTBREAKS

A. Alarm and notification: An alarm system should be in place to alert workers in the event of a fire and to facilitate prompt
evacuation of the site.

B. Evacuation procedures: Emergency evacuation procedures should be established and communicated to all workers.
Emergency exits should be clearly marked and kept free from obstruction.

C. Use of fire extinguishers: Workers should be trained in the proper use of fire extinguishers and the location of
extinguishers should be clearly marked.

D. Calling for external assistance: If the fire cannot be controlled with on-site equipment, external assistance such as the fire
department should be called.

E. Post-incident assessment and reporting: After the fire has been extinguished, an assessment of the damage should be
conducted and a report should be prepared to identify the cause of the fire and any remedial actions that need to be taken.

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 Call to action: The call to action should encourage the Future considerations: Finally, the future considerations
audience to take concrete steps to improve fire safety at should highlight any emerging trends or new
their own construction sites. This could include technologies that could impact fire safety at
conducting regular safety inspections, providing construction sites. This could include the use of drones
adequate fire-fighting equipment, and ensuring that for fire prevention and detection or the development of
workers are properly trained in fire safety procedures. new fire-resistant building materials.

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