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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.

COURSE OVERVIEW

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 TOPICS

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.

ONLINE COURSE DURATION

Estimated 90 minutes

PASS MARK

Required pass mark 80%

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Completion certificate provided.

COURSE PREVIEW