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Your department's evacuation plan or coordinator?
Your department's evacuation meeting point?
The location of your fire exits?
How to use a fire extinguisher?
Contents 
Introduction
Evacuation
Extinguishers
Prevention
Summary
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this training, you will be able to:
- Locate fire exits and extinguishers in your department.
- State steps to take during an emergency fire evacuation.
- Recognize different classes of fire extinguishers and how to correctly use them.
- Recognize potential fire hazards in your workplace to eliminate.
Attention Deans, Department Heads, Supervisors & Resident Assistants
Complete your Departmental Emergency Evacuation Plan. Keep it updated on file.
Educate employees and residents about your department’s fire exits and meeting point.
Set up a meeting point at least 50’ from building. Remember: Allow for social distancing when selecting a site.
Be Prepared!
Avoid panic during an emergency.
Know what to do before it happens.
Individuals with Disabilities
In a fire emergency, individuals with disabilities evacuate via exits directly to exterior. If your floor does not exit directly to outside, go to nearest stairwell.
Do not attempt to move an individual downstairs. If unable to exit on their own, help relocate them to nearest stairwell and get help.
Persons should only be moved or relocated with their permission.
Fire Drills.......Yay!!
They prepare us to get out safely
Learn:
- Your department’s escape plan
- Location of nearest exits
- Meeting place
- Whom to advise you have safely evacuated, so efforts can be made to locate persons not yet accounted for.
Fire and Emergency Evacuation Drills are mandated by Florida law and require building occupants to evacuate when alarm sounds.
It is unlawful to tamper with or destroy fire alarm equipment.
In the Event of a Fire
1. Pull Fire Alarm to Alert Everyone
Do not re-enter building until all-clear has been given by authorized persons (police or fire personnel).
In the Event of a Fire
4. Always use stairs in a fire; not elevators.
When in doubt, get out!
When in doubt, get out!
In the Event of a Fire
5. If Caught in Smoke, Stay Low and Go!
Cover your mouth and nose with a damp cloth to minimize smoke inhalation.
Smoke rises, so stay close to the floor where air is less toxic.
Extinguisher Labels
Each Fire Extinguisher has a label on its front indicating its type and what kind of fire it will extinguish.
Extinguisher Labels
Extinguishers are classed by the types of materials they extinguish.
- Class A - ordinary combustible materials (paper/wood/fabric)
- Class B - flammable or combustible liquids
- Class C - electrified equipment
- Class D - flammable metals
- Class K - kitchen extinguishers for cooking oils
The most common fire extinguisher type is an ABC extinguisher. You will find these in common areas such as hallways and office suites.
How to Use an Extinguisher
P.A.S.S. Method
Pull pin from extinguisher handle
Aim nozzle at base of fire
Squeeze handle with palm of hand to discharge unit at fire
Sweep nozzle back and forth at the base of the fire and walk towards the fire as you spray until fire is completely out
Stand about 8 to 10 feet away from fire while using extinguisher
Extinguisher Do's and Don'ts
Use extinguisher if:
Safe to do so
You have an unobstructed exit route before attempting to use it
It is the right size and type of extinguisher for the fire at hand
Do not use extinguisher if:
Gauge is in red recharge zone
Pin shows signs of tampering
Extinguisher is damaged
What Have You Learned?
State the five steps to take during a fire shared in this presentation.
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see slide 7
see slide 7
1. Pull the alarm
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see slide 8
see slide 8
2. Close the behind you if possible
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see slide 9
see slide 9
3. If your exit path is unobstructed and it is safe to do so, use nearest to extinguish flames
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see slide 10
see slide 10
4. Use and not elevators
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see slide 11
see slide 11
5. If there is , cover your nose/mouth with a damp cloth and stay low to the ground
What Have You Learned?
What does the P in PASS remind us to do when using a fire extinguisher?
- Press the trigger
- Pull the pin
- Prepare to use the extinguisher
- Position yourself between the fire and the exit
Incorrect-Correct answer: Pull the Pin
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Incorrect-Correct answer: Pull the Pin
Incorrect-Correct answer: Pull the Pin
What Have You Learned?
One of the best steps to slow a fire down is to close doors.
What Have You Learned?
Match the extinguisher type to the fire type.
Extinguisher Type
Fire Type
Combustible metals found in labs (magnesium, titanium, potassium, sodium)
Oils, fats (cooking oils, trans-fats, fats in cooking appliances)
Ordinary solid combustibles (paper, wood, cardboard, most plastics)
Energized electrical equipment (appliances, wiring, circuit breakers, outlets)
Flammable liquids and gases (gasoline, kerosene, grease, oil)
Combustible metals found in labs (magnesium, titanium, potassium, sodium)
Oils, fats (cooking oils, trans-fats, fats in cooking appliances)
Ordinary solid combustibles (paper, wood, cardboard, most plastics)
Energized electrical equipment (appliances, wiring, circuit breakers, outlets)
Flammable liquids and gases (gasoline, kerosene, grease, oil)
Combustible metals found in labs (magnesium, titanium, potassium, sodium)
Oils, fats (cooking oils, trans-fats, fats in cooking appliances)
Ordinary solid combustibles (paper, wood, cardboard, most plastics)
Energized electrical equipment (appliances, wiring, circuit breakers, outlets)
Flammable liquids and gases (gasoline, kerosene, grease, oil)
Combustible metals found in labs (magnesium, titanium, potassium, sodium)
Oils, fats (cooking oils, trans-fats, fats in cooking appliances)
Ordinary solid combustibles (paper, wood, cardboard, most plastics)
Energized electrical equipment (appliances, wiring, circuit breakers, outlets)
Flammable liquids and gases (gasoline, kerosene, grease, oil)
Combustible metals found in labs (magnesium, titanium, potassium, sodium)
Oils, fats (cooking oils, trans-fats, fats in cooking appliances)
Ordinary solid combustibles (paper, wood, cardboard, most plastics)
Energized electrical equipment (appliances, wiring, circuit breakers, outlets)
Flammable liquids and gases (gasoline, kerosene, grease, oil)
What Have You Learned?
How far away from a fire should you stand when using a fire extinguisher?
- 4' to 6'
- 10' to 12'
- 8' to 10'
- 2' to 4'
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Everyone's Responsibility
Always report fires on campus even if you believe it is completely extinguished.
- A fire may indicate bigger problems
- Used extinguishers may need to be replaced
- Fire Safety Systems may need to be reset
Everyone's Responsibility
Is this fire door doing its job?
Fire doors should never be propped open. They help contain fires and save lives.
Items should not be hung on door closure.
Notice any potential hazards?
Fire extinguishers and exit pathways should be kept clear in case of emergency.
Increased storage and clutter can create tripping hazards and add to the fuel in the event of a fire.
Everyone's Responsibility
How wise is this?
Damaged or frayed cords can cause fires and electrical hazards.
Do not use extension cords as permanent wiring.
Do not daisy chain extension cords and or power strips together.
Ever heard of overload?
Connecting multiple electrical cords and power strips can cause wires to overheat and potentially start a fire.
Everyone's Responsibility
Unintentional arson
Materials that can burn should not be placed on top of or close to sources of heat like portable heaters or halogen lights.
Open flames
FSU prohibits use of open flames on campus. These items include but are not limited to candles, grills, tiki torches and fire works.
Smoking is prohibited in all buildings and on campus.
Kitchen Fire Suppression Systems
Designed to put out grease fires and stop a fire from spreading
If you work where one is installed, request training on use from your supervisor.
Hood Suppression Pull Station
Overhead Sprinkler Systems
Items must be stored at least 18 inches from sprinkler head in order to avoid blocking sprinkler coverage.
Activates when a sprinkler head reaches a specific temperature.
Only individual heads activate at point of heat or flame exposure. Entire system will not go off.
Items should never be hung from sprinkler heads or piping (no clothes hangers, electrical cords… or Christmas lights).
What Have You Learned?
What is the minimum distance that stored items should be located from a fire sprinkler head?
What Have You Learned?
Where does the number 1 cause of house fires originate?
- Laundry Room
- Bathroom
- Kitchen
- Bedroom
- Living Room
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