Program Objectives

Participants completing the program should be able to:

• Explain the basic principles of fire behavior and the fire triangle/tetrahedron.
• Identify common workplace fire hazards and implement preventive measures.
• Understand fire classifications (A, B, C, D, K) and match them with appropriate extinguishers.
• Operate fire extinguishers safely using PASS and recognize when not to fight a fire.
• Interpret fire protection systems such as alarms, sprinklers, detectors, and suppression systems.
• Follow evacuation procedures, including routes, assembly points, and accountability.
• Conduct fire safety inspections and report hazards.
• Support emergency response actions until professional responders arrive.

Key Features of an Effective Fire Safety Program

• Clear alignment with OSHA, NFPA, and local fire code requirements.
• Practical demonstrations of extinguishers, alarms, and suppression systems.
• Scenario-based learning that reflects real workplace conditions.
• Emphasis on prevention through housekeeping, electrical safety, and proper storage.
• Integration with emergency action plans and building evacuation procedures.
• Hands-on extinguisher training using live fire or simulation systems.
• Checklists and inspection tools for daily or weekly fire safety monitoring.
• Reinforcement of communication, teamwork, and situational awareness.

Core Modules

1. Fundamentals of Fire Behavior

• Fire triangle and tetrahedron.
• Stages of fire development.
• Heat transfer: conduction, convection, radiation.
• How building layout and ventilation affect fire spread.

2. Fire Hazards and Prevention

• Common ignition sources: electrical faults, hot work, smoking, friction, static.
• Fuel sources: flammable liquids, combustible materials, dust, gases.
• Housekeeping and waste management.
• Safe storage of chemicals and flammables.
• Hot work permits and controls.

3. Fire Classification and Extinguishers

• Fire classes A, B, C, D, and K.
• Types of extinguishers: water, foam, CO₂, dry chemical, wet chemical.
• PASS method: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep.
• Limitations of extinguishers and when to evacuate instead of fighting the fire.

4. Fire Protection Systems

• Smoke and heat detectors.
• Fire alarms and manual pull stations.
• Sprinkler systems and standpipes.
• Fixed suppression systems (CO₂, FM-200, kitchen hood systems).
• Inspection and maintenance basics.

5. Emergency Response and Evacuation

• Emergency action plans and roles.
• Evacuation routes, assembly points, and accountability.
• Communication during emergencies.
• Assisting persons with disabilities.
• Coordination with fire departments.

6. Fire Safety Inspections and Documentation

• Daily/weekly inspection checklists.
• Identifying blocked exits, damaged equipment, and unsafe storage.
• Reporting procedures and corrective actions.
• Recordkeeping for compliance and audits.

7. Practical Exercises and Scenarios

• Hands-on extinguisher use (live fire or simulator).
• Evacuation drills and route familiarization.
• Identifying hazards in mock work areas.
• Responding to alarm activations and system failures.

How This Program Strengthens Workplace Safety

A well-designed fire safety and prevention program improves hazard recognition, strengthens emergency readiness, and reduces the likelihood of fire-related incidents. It also supports broader safety programs such as electrical safety, hot work, confined space, and chemical handling—areas where your technical background gives you a strong advantage when training others.