Fire watch & Prevention: Instructor Led

Scope of Training: This course is designed to bring a level of awareness to the delegate to properly perform firewatch duties which include:

• site evaluation
• fire prevention
• incipient fire fighting techniques
• monitoring during hot work activities and
• extinguishing fires using four different agents.

The course is designed in accordance with regulations from 29 CFR –1910L, 1926F, 1915P.

NOTE: Annual recertification is needed as per OSHA 1915.508(e) (1) (iv).

Tuition: Contact us for pricing

Course typically offered every Wednesday at 8:00am, or available upon request. Call us at 877.593.8693 to reserve your seat or for more information.

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Course Objectives: Upon the completion of the course, the delegate should be able to:

• Identify the four elements of a fire
• Demonstrate an understanding of what is necessary to extinguish a fire
• Name the different classes of fire identified by the NFPA Fire Classification System
• Demonstrate knowledge of how to chose and operate the correct type of portable fire extinguisher needed for the type of fire to be extinguished:
  • Water
  • Dry chemical
  • CO2
  • Foam
• Inspect an area for fire prevention before any hot work begins
• Define the term “Intrinsically Safe”
• Define the term “Explosion Proof”
• Understand the principles behind grounding and bonding
• Discuss the use of a hot work permit
• Demonstrate the ability to extinguish a fire using a dry chemical extinguisher

Assessment: To successfully complete the course, the delegate will be required to score a minimum competency of 70% on a written assessment and demonstrate competency in extinguishing a fire using a dry chemical extinguishing agent.