Most solvents are flammable. Rubbish also represents source fuel:
off-cuts wood, roofing felt, rags, empty solvent cans and discarded pack-
aging will all provide fuel for fire. eliminate fire one these components must removed.9; all
three corners the triangle must present for fire burn. take positive decision act and work safely. 1.
Fuel
Fuel found the construction industry many forms: petrol and paraf-
fin for portable generators and heaters; bottled gas for heating and solder-
ing. stay alert and avoid fatigue;
7. not use alcohol drugs work;
8.
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. attend safety courses and read safety literature;
10.
Fire chemical reaction which will continue fuel, oxygen and heat are
present.
This often expressed means the fire triangle shown Fig.
To eliminate fuel source fire, all flammable liquids and gases
should stored correctly, usually outside locked store. avoid over-enthusiasm and foolishness;
6. The work-
ing environment should kept clean placing rags metal bin with
a lid.9
The fire triangle. work within your level competence;
9.
. behave appropriately and with care;
5.
Fire control
Oxygen Heat
Fuel
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4.
Definition
Fire chemical reaction which will
continue fuel, oxygen and heat are
present. Combustible waste material should removed from the work site or
burned outside under controlled conditions competent person
