Fire Protection
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Spill control procedures for flammable or combustible liquid spills
– Minor spills
– Major spills
– Safety considerations
– Waste handling and disposal
Use of approved portable safety containers for the dispensing of flammable liquids
Bonding/grounding
Proper use of electrical equipment
Proper maintenance of equipment and machinery (i.e., to prevent leaks and breakdowns)
Proper maintenance of ventilation systems
Proper selection and use of fire extinguishers
Administrative controls
Fire Safety Plan (You may be required to have your plan approved by your local Fire Chief. See
Section 2.8 of the Ontario Fire Code).
Standards
– Develop and enforce standards for all program elements and activities
Fire Inspections
– Establish schedule (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly)
– By whom (internal: fire brigade members; external: fire department, insurance company)
– By work area or department
– Record keeping and follow-up
Review
– New construction
– Change in process design
– Similar industry experiences
– Changes to legislation (fire/ building codes)
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