take positive decision act and work safely. not use alcohol drugs work;
8.
This often expressed means the fire triangle shown Fig.
If you observe hazardous situation work, first make the hazard safe,
using appropriate method, screen off, but only you can so
without putting yourself others risk, then report the situation your
safety representative supervisor. work within your level competence;
9.
Fire chemical reaction which will continue fuel, oxygen and heat are
present.
Fuel
Fuel found the construction industry many forms: petrol and paraf-
fin for portable generators and heaters; bottled gas for heating and solder-
ing. Rubbish also represents source fuel:
off-cuts wood, roofing felt, rags, empty solvent cans and discarded pack-
aging will all provide fuel for fire. Combustible waste material should removed from the work site or
burned outside under controlled conditions competent person.
.
Definition
Fire chemical reaction which will
continue fuel, oxygen and heat are
present.
Fire control
Oxygen Heat
Fuel
FIGURE 1.9
The fire triangle. eliminate fire one these components must removed.
To eliminate fuel source fire, all flammable liquids and gases
should stored correctly, usually outside locked store. attend safety courses and read safety literature;
10.The legal responsibilities both employers and employees
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4. Most solvents are flammable. The work-
ing environment should kept clean placing rags metal bin with
a lid. 1. behave appropriately and with care;
5.9; all
three corners the triangle must present for fire burn. stay alert and avoid fatigue;
7. avoid over-enthusiasm and foolishness;
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