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FIRE EXTINGUISHER POLICY

POLICY

Oconto County shall provide a written program and training to affected employees on the use of fire extinguishers

POLICY AUTHORIZATION

- Department of Safety and Professional Services 332, Public Employee Safety and Health, Wisconsin Administrative Code.

- Main Loss Control Committee, February 2003, Revised 2012

- Resolution 20-03, March 20, 2003, Revised per Resolution 56-12 adopted on

September 20, 2012

PROGRAM

When a fire extinguisher is used properly, it can and often will keep a small incident from becoming a major one.

Fire extinguishers are "First Aid" appliances designed to answer immediate needs. Early detection of a fire is essential if it is to be controlled with only an extinguisher. Call for professional help immediately if the fire has spread out of control.

Training and Location of Extinguishers:

Fire extinguishers are provided in all office buildings and in most county vehicles. Training for fire extinguisher use will be completed at least annually through the use of an instructor, video and/or web based training for those staff designated as awareness level. Certain employees, whom are expected to use extinguishers, may receive hands on training.

How to Use a Typical Fire Extinguisher:

A. Hold the extinguisher upright.

B. Pull the pin.

C. Stand back from fire eight to ten feet.

D. Aim at the base of the fire and squeeze the handle.

E. Sweep the base of the fire with the extinguishing agent.

Most extinguishers have a very limited operation time, usually only 8-10 seconds, so you will have to act fast.

Types of Fire Extinguishers
	Class A extinguishers put out fires in ordinary combustible materials such as cloth, wood, rubber, paper, and many plastics.
	Class B extinguishers are used on fires involving flammable liquids, such as grease, gasoline, oil, and oil-based paints.
	Class C extinguishers are suitable for use on fires involving appliances, tools, or other equipment that is electrically energized or plugged in.
	Class D extinguishers are designed for use on flammable metals and are often specific for the type of metal in question. These are typically found only in factories working with these metals.
	Class K fire extinguishers are intended for use on fires that involve vegetable oils, animal oils, or fats in cooking appliances. These extinguishers are generally found in commercial kitchens, such as those found in restaurants, cafeterias, and caterers. Class K extinguishers are now finding their way into the residential market for use in kitchens.

There are also multi-purpose fire extinguishers - such as those labeled "B-C" or "A-B-C" - that can be used on two or more of the above type fires.

The below regulations shall be followed with regard to type and placement of extinguishers.

USDOT Trucks meeting requirements as commercial vehicles

Subpart H - Emergency equipment

§ 393.95Emergency equipment on all power units. Each truck, truck tractor, and bus (except those towed in driveaway-tow-away operations) must be equipped as follows: (a) Fire extinguishers-(1) Minimum ratings. (i) A power unit that is used to transport hazardous materials in a quantity that requires placarding (See §177.823 of this title) must be equipped with a fire extinguisher having an Underwriters' Laboratories rating of 10 B:C or more. (ii) A power unit that is not used to transport hazardous materials must be equipped with either:(A) A fire extinguisher having an Underwriters' Laboratories rating of 5 B:C or more; or(B) Two fire extinguishers, each of which has an Underwriters' Laboratories rating of 4 B:C or more. (2) Labeling and marking. Each fire extinguisher required by this section must be labeled or marked by the manufacturer with its Underwriters' Laboratories rating. (3) Visual Indicators. The fire extinguisher must be designed, constructed, and maintained to permit visual determination of whether it is fully charged. (4) Condition, location, and mounting. The fire extinguisher(s) must be filled and located so that it is readily accessible for use. The extinguisher(s) must be securely mounted to prevent sliding, rolling, or vertical movement relative to the motor vehicle. (5) Extinguishing agents. The fire extinguisher must use an extinguishing agent that does not need protection from freezing. Extinguishing agents must comply with the toxicity provisions of the Environmental Protection Agency's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) regulations under 40 CFR Part 82, Subpart G. (6) Exception. This paragraph (a) does not apply to the driven unit in a driveaway-towaway operation. (b) Spare fuses. Power units for which fuses are needed to operate any required parts and accessories must have at least one spare fuse for each type/size of fuse needed for those parts and accessories. (c)-(e) [Reserved]

Mine Safety and Health Administration Mine Sites

The following portable fire extinguisher ratings will be acceptable as meeting the requirements of paragraph (c)(1). All trucks up to and including those of 20-ton (load) capacity should be equipped with at least one extinguisher having a minimum rating of 5BC. Trucks larger than 20-ton capacity should be equipped with an extinguisher having at least a 10BC rating.Two 5BC extinguishers are acceptable.

Other mobile equipment, such as front-end loaders, bulldozers, portable welding units, and augers of comparable size (to the trucks) should be rated on an equivalent basis, except hydraulically-operated equipment containing flammable and combustible liquids, trucks transporting flammable and combustible liquids, and diesel-powered motor generator sets. Examples are as follows:

1. A front-end loader or portable welding unit no larger in size (weight) than a 20-ton truck should require the same protection as a 20-ton truck or 5BC.

2. A front-end loader, bulldozer, auger, etc., larger than a 20-ton truck should require the same protection as a truck larger than a 20-ton or 10BC.Office, shops and other County Buildings

OSHA in Plant or Facility Locations Such as Shops, Offices Etc.

Selection and distribution.

1910.157(d)(1)

Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided for employee use and selected and distributed based on the classes of anticipated workplace fires and on the size and degree of hazard which would affect their use.

1910.157(d)(2)

The employer shall distribute portable fire extinguishers for use by employees on Class A fires so that the travel distance for employees to any extinguisher is 75 feet (22.9 m) or less.

1910.157(d)(4)

The employer shall distribute portable fire extinguishers for use by employees on Class B fires so that the travel distance from the Class B hazard area to any extinguisher is 50 feet (15.2 m) or less.

1910.157(d)(5)

The employer shall distribute portable fire extinguishers used for Class C hazards on the basis of the appropriate pattern for the existing Class A or Class B hazards.

1910.157(d)(6)

The employer shall distribute portable fire extinguishers or other containers of Class D extinguishing agent for use by employees so that the travel distance from the combustible metal working area to any extinguishing agent is 75 feet (22.9 m) or less. Portable fire extinguishers for Class D hazards are required in those combustible metal working areas where combustible metal powders, flakes, shavings, or similarly sized products are generated at least once every two weeks.

1910.157(e)

Inspection, maintenance and testing.

The employer shall be responsible for the inspection, maintenance and testing of all portable fire extinguishers in the workplace. Portable extinguishers shall be visually inspected monthly.

1910.157(e)(3)

The employer shall assure that portable fire extinguishers are subjected to an annual maintenance check. Stored pressure extinguishers do not require an internal examination. The employer shall record the annual maintenance date and retain this record for one year after the last entry or the life of the shell, whichever is less. The record shall be available to the Assistant Secretary upon request.

1910.157(e)(4)

The employer shall assure that stored pressure dry chemical extinguishers that require a 12-year hydrostatic test are emptied and subjected to applicable maintenance procedures every 6 years. Dry chemical extinguishers having non-refillable disposable containers are exempt from this requirement. When recharging or hydrostatic testing is performed, the 6-year requirement begins from that date.

Class B

Locations that contain Class B flammables, such as workshops, storage areas, research operations, garages, warehouses, or service and manufacturing areas requires that all employees have access to an extinguisher within 50 feet travel-distance [29 CFR 1910.157(d)(4)].

Hazard	Extinguisher	Spacing
Light (Low) - Small amounts of flammable liquids used for copy machines, art departments, etc., that are stored safely and kept in closed containers.	5-B	30'
	10-B	50'

Ordinary (Moderate) - The total amount of flammable liquids are present in greater amounts than expected under low-hazard locations. This can include garages, workshops, or support service areas.	10-B	30'
	20-B	50'

Extra (High) - Locations where flammable liquids are present and used in large quantities. This includes areas used for storage, production, woodworking (finishing), vehicle repair, aircraft and boat servicing, or where painting, dipping, and coating, operations are performed with flammable liquids.	40-B	30'
	80-B	50'
(Adapted from Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers, NFPA 10 (2010), Table 6.3.1.1, Fire Extinguisher Size and Placement for Class B Hazards)


Class A	The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that locations such as offices, classrooms, and assembly halls that contain mainly Class A combustible materials have one 2-A extinguisher for every 3,000 square feet.

It shall be the Building Manager’s responsibility to ensure the extinguishers are the proper size and that they are maintained and properly placed.

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