Fire Prevention Awareness For Construction

The Fire Prevention Awareness for Construction online training from OSHA Education School is an introductory-level course teaching the fundamentals of fire prevention safety specific to the construction industry. Because neglecting to follow essential fire safety protocols could result in significant structural damage, job delays, injuries, or death, this course equips participants with the necessary guidelines and procedures to promote fire safety in the construction workspace. OSHA Education School’s online Fire Prevention Awareness for Construction training covers fundamentals of fire risks and the key elements required to prevent them within the construction work environment. Each section will specifically communicate different fire prevention safety tips, such as essential steps to control fires, how to read fire extinguisher labels properly, and where to locate fire extinguishers in the event of a fire. Specific course topics include the following: Introduction to fire prevention Common causes of construction fires Steps necessary for controlling fires Fire extinguishers Proper labeling and reading fire extinguisher labels Proper placement of fire extinguishers How to effectively use a fire extinguisher Industry terms that will be discussed at length include the following: Specialized halon extinguishers PASS method to discharge a fire extinguisher Classes of fire extinguishers – A, B, C, D, ABC, and BC