Safety briefing - preventing workplace fires

This briefing addresses the key risks and control measures needed to prevent workplace fires.

What’s covered?

The aim of this Safety Briefing - Preventing Workplace Fires is to ensure that all staff are fully aware of the potential risks of workplace fires and how to prevent them.

Hazards and risks

The briefing identifies the hazards and risks including ignition of combustible materials, electrical faults and discarded smoking materials.

Management

Control measures include keeping the workplace tidy, storing combustible materials away from sources of heat and prohibiting smoking in the premises.

Key points

Attendees must take note of the following key points:

• “Keep the workplace clean and tidy and ensure combustible materials are stored or stacked properly.
• Ensure flammable liquids or gases are kept in their designated storage areas.
• Do not use faulty electrical equipment - report it to your supervisor.
• Do not carry out hot work without a permit.
• Do not smoke in any smoking areas.”