All things FIRE
If I'm on fire, how do I put myself out?
Stop, drop and roll
While walking on the 6th floor of building A, I noticed that the contractors working on the ceiling earlier had left a box covering the fire sprinkler. What should I do immediately?
Notify Safety and the Command Center immediately to have the box removed.
What is the primary purpose of a fire escape plan?
To ensure safe evacuation in case of a fire
Why is it essential to have fire extinguishers in various locations throughout GPO Buildings?
To provide quick access to extinguish small fires before they spread.
Fire ranks ____ as an unintentional cause of death, behind motor vehicle crashes, falls, poisonings and drowning.
Fifth
What is the recommended method for preventing electrical fires?
Avoid overloading electrical outlets and use surge protectors
What does the acronym "PASS" mean when using a fire extinguisher?
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
When putting out a small fire in an office room, you should have an _____ route/plan. You should never trap yourself between the fire and a wall.
Escape
What should be regularly checked on a smoke alarm?
Test the battery and functionality of the alarm.
What is the purpose of the Fire Safety Class at GPO?
To teach employees about fire hazards, what to do when there's a fire in the building, and how to respond safely in emergencies.
If there is a fire in your office and you're the last person leaving, always _____ _____ ______behind you.
Close the Door
When putting out a small fire, I squeeze the handle (lever) on the fire extinguisher until the fire is entirely out. True or False?
False, you're going to squeeze the handle until there's nothing left in the fire, which is about 30 seconds
What should you do if you encounter smoke while escaping a fire?
Stay low to the ground and crawl to safety.
What should you do if your clothing catches fire?
Stop, drop, and roll to smother the flames.
What should employees do if they encounter a large fire within GPO?
* Alarm employees (Yell Fire). Pull the Alarm
* Immediately evacuate the building (Basement and Floors 2-8 use the Stairs, unless you cannot ascend/descend the stairs)
* Report to your designated assembly Area for headcount
* Call Command Control
I work at GPO on the 7th floor. I'm currently in a wheelchair. What should I do when the fire alarm sounds?
Go directly to a stairwell on the 7th floor. Please pick up the red emergency phone that connects to the Command Center and let the officer know my name and location. Remain in place until the fire department comes and gets you.
GPO Reg. 670.1 states that after attending Fire safety training, all GPO Uniformed Police, SPO, and Safety personnel must actively attempt to extinguish small fires inside GPO premises. True or False?
False, whether trained or not, you do not have to put out a fire if you do not feel comfortable doing so
Why is it important to conduct Fire Drills?
Ensure everyone knows what to do and where to go in an emergency.
What is the importance of closing doors behind you when escaping a fire?
To slow down the spread of fire and smoke, buying time for escape.
A fire needs these three key components to exist and burn.
1) Fuel (a combustible material, example: wood, paper, flammable liquid)
2) Heat (a source of sufficient energy)
3) Oxygen (from Air)
If any one of these elements is removed from a fire, the fire will go out because the chemical reaction that creates the fire will stop.
In GPO we do not put out a fire larger than a small _____ _____.
Trash Can
What does the acronym RACE stand for?
Rescue, Alarm, Contain, and Extinguish/Evaluate.
What is the meeting point for employees who have evacuated from the buildings A, B, and C after a fire drill or actual fire?
Lot 50 parking lot, the supervisors will take a head count and report the numbers to the Fire Marshall (Lonny Beal) or a Safety Branch employee when Mr. Beal is not available.
Someone in Building Services (located in the Basement) is frying fish. If a grease fire erupts, what is the recommended extinguishment method?
Turn off the heat source immediately, then carefully slide a metal lid or baking sheet over the flames to smother the fire, cutting off its oxygen supply. Leave the cover on until the pan has thoroughly cooled.
What is the importance of knowing the location of fire exits in GPO buildings?
To facilitate quick and safe evacuation during emergencies.