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Fire Extinguisher Training with Optional Practical
Our Fire Extinguisher Training with Optional Practical course offers the fundamental knowledge required for the safe use and operation of fire extinguishers in your workplace. It is suitable for all, from staff members who require training, to supervisors who need to comprehend their duties. This comprehensive program, spanning 90 minutes, combines theoretical knowledge with practical advice on conducting hands-on exercises. Besides understanding fire extinguisher operation, the course also delves into the roles and responsibilities of Fire Watch and Fire Wardens. The program consists of 21 informative sections, covering diverse aspects like legislation, equipment, techniques, and common practices.
Our Fire Extinguisher Training with Optional Practical program aims to provide you with the necessary knowledge for safely managing and extinguishing a fire in your workplace. This course is structured for all individuals ranging from staff who require training to supervisors who need to be aware of their responsibilities.
This 90-minute program combines theoretical knowledge with practical advice on implementing a hands-on component. Beyond teaching the use of fire extinguishers, the course also covers the roles and responsibilities of Fire Watch and Fire Wardens. The program navigates through 21 comprehensive sections, providing a wealth of information on legislation, equipment, techniques, and established practices.
Course Objectives:
- 1. Fires and Explosions, The Fire Tetrahedron-Fuel, Oxidizers and Heat; Chemical Chain Reaction
- 2. Fuel-Solids, Liquids, Gases, Vapors, Fumes and Dusts
- 3. Explosive Range for Gases and Vapours-Lower Flammable Limit, Upper Flammable Limit and Explosive Range
- 4. Flash Point, and Auto Ignition Temperature-Flashpoint and Auto Ignition for various substances
- 5. Heat Sources-The Sun, Flames, Electricity, Chemical Reaction and Friction
- 6. Oxygen and Oxidizers
- 7. Breaking the Chemical Chain Reaction and Extinguishing the Fire-Fire Extinguishing Methods, Cooling, Smothering, Removing Fuel, Disrupting the Chemical Chain Reaction
- 8. Fire Prevention-Preventing Vapors, Preventing Ignition Sources, Keeping Workplaces Tidy, Smoke Detectors
- 9. Legislation and Standards Regarding Hot work Alberta OHS and NFPA-Alberta OHS Section 169, NFPA 51B
- 10. Classifications of Fire-Class A, B, C, D and K Fires
- 11. Fire Extinguishing Agents and Types of Extinguishers-Halon, Water, Dry Powder, Foam and Carbon Dioxide ExtinguishersSodium Bicarbonate, Purple K, Monoammonium Phosphate, AFFF
- 12. Fire Extinguisher Size Rating by UL Classification-A Ratings, BC Ratings, Extinguisher Size; Stored Pressure and Cartridge Extinguishers; Fire Blankets and their uses
- 13. Fire Extinguishers Inspections-Monthly, Annual, 6 year visual and 12 year Hydrostatic
- 14. Where to Locate a Fire Extinguisher-NFPA Portable Fire Extinguisher Standard
- 15. Extinguishing a Fire Practical Advice-Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
- 16. When to Fight a Fire-When to fight a fire, and when not to fight a fire; Reading the fire fighting information on a MSDS or SDS
- 17. Emergency Response Planning and Fire Wardens-Fire Wardens; Emergency ResponsePlanning
- 18. Hydrants, hoses and Nozzles-Fire Hydrant and Hose Reels; Building Sprinkler Systems;Specific Steps for Using Hydrant and Hose Systems
- 19. Burns and Burn Treatment-First, Second and Third Degree Burns and Treatment
- 20. Practical Activity-Extinguisher a live fire as per site requirements
The Fire Extinguisher Training with Optional Practical course can function as an independent online course, or can be merged with practical components to form a comprehensive training program. This will enable employers to meet training requirements and workers to understand their responsibilities and promote safety in the workplace.
Estimated 90 minutes
Required pass mark 80%
Completion certificate provided.
Course Details
Course Length
This course will take roughly 90 minutes
Passing Mark
To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz
Certificate
Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print
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