Fire Prevention in Construction Environments

This course provides essential safety training focused on the significant fire hazards present in construction environments. It explores how fires start, identifies common fuel and ignition sources on a job site, and details the critical prevention measures and emergency response procedures necessary to protect property and maintain worker safety.

Highlights of This Course:

• The three elements of the “fire triangle” (fuel, oxidizer, and heat).
• The different classes of fire (Class A, B, C, D, and K) and the correct extinguishing agents for each.
• Proper use of a fire extinguisher using the P.A.S.S. (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep) method.
• Key fire prevention strategies, including safe flammable material handling, good housekeeping, and electrical safety.
• Specific hazards and controls for “hot work” like welding and cutting.
• Steps to take during a fire emergency, including safe evacuation procedures and navigating smoke.

By the end of the course you will have learned

• How to recognize and eliminate common fire hazards, such as poor housekeeping, overloaded circuits, and improperly stored flammables.
• To identify the different classes of fire and select the appropriate type of fire extinguisher for the situation.
• How to safely operate a multi-purpose fire extinguisher using the P.A.S.S. technique.
• The safety requirements for smoking in designated areas and the permitting process for hot work.
• How to respond calmly and effectively during a fire alarm, locate evacuation routes, and safely exit a building (including checking doors for heat and staying low in smoke).
• The importance of knowing your site’s Emergency Action Plan and reporting to the designated assembly area.