Hazards & safety management
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Clear filtersRaise the alarm and follow the emergency plan when fire is discovered.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Use fire equipment only within your training and site arrangements.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Equipment suitability depends on the burning material and electrical hazards.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Never allow a fire to block your route away.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Stay clear of smoke; it can quickly make conditions unsurvivable.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Learn where approved fire equipment is located before an incident.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Keep extinguisher and hose access clear.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Report missing inspection labels or overdue service concerns.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Report damaged hoses, seals or cylinders.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Treat partly used or discharged equipment as requiring service.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Do not test-discharge extinguishers for curiosity.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Never improvise water use near live electrical equipment.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Some substances require specialist fire response and equipment.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Do not obstruct sprinklers or tamper with suppression controls.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Report any planned shutdown of fire protection systems.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Authorised personnel must manage precautions during equipment impairment.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Ensure removed equipment is replaced through the approved process.
Official further reading (opens in a new tab) ↗Is everyone clear when to evacuate instead of attempting intervention?
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Use these notes to support learning. Apply your workplace's assessed safe system, competent supervision and the requirements that apply in your country. Practical tasks and emergency response require appropriate training and authorisation. Official reading links are resources for further study.
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