Multifamily fire safety

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# PART G-1 MEANS OF EGRESS (cont.) ## WAC 296-24-567 Employee emergency plans and fire prevention plans. (cont.) Chapter 296-24 WAC General Safety and Health Standard Part G-1 Means of Egress (i) - Emergency escape procedures and emergency escape route assignments; (ii) Procedures to be followed by employees who remain to operate critical plant operations before they evacuate; (iii) Procedures to account for all employees after emergency evacuation has been completed; (iv) Rescue and medical duties for those employees who are to perform them; (v) The preferred means of reporting fires and other emergencies; and (vi) Names or regular job titles of persons or departments who can be contacted for further information or explanation of duties under the plan. (c) Alarm systems. You must establish an employee alarm system which complies with WAC [redacted identifier]. The employee alarm system must provide warning for necessary emergency action as called for in your emergency action plan. The employee alarm must be distinctive and recognizable as a signal to perform actions designed under the emergency action plan. (d) Evacuation. You must establish in the emergency action plan the types of evacuation to be used in emergency circumstances. (e) Training. (i) Before implementing the emergency action plan, you must designate and train a sufficient number of persons to assist in the safe and orderly emergency evacuation of employees. (ii) The employer must review the plan with each employee covered by the plan at the following times: (A) Initially when the plan is developed; (B) Whenever the employee's responsibilities or designated actions under the plan change; and (C) Whenever the plan is changed. (iii) You must review with each employee upon initial assignment those parts of the plan which the employee must know to protect the employee in the event of an emergency. You must keep the written plan at the workplace and made avai…

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# Emergency Action Plans Purpose: Ensure employees evacuate safely in the event of an emergency. ## Safe Practices: ➤ Incorporate emergency procedures within an emergency action plan. ➤ Procedures for reporting fires and other emergencies. ➤ Emergency evacuation procedures, type of evacuation and evacuation route assignments. ➤ Procedures for staff remaining to operate critical plant operations before evacuating. ➤ Procedures to account for all employees after evacuation. ➤ Rescue and medical duties for employees who are supposed to perform these duties. ➤ Ensure employee alarm system can be heard above ambient noise or light levels, is distinctive or recognizable, tested every two months, and unobstructed and readily available ➤ Names/job titles of employees to contact for more information about the plan or an explanation of assigned job duties. ➤ Procedures established for sounding alarms in the workplace. ➤ Employees trained initially upon employment, whenever duties change and whenever plan changes. # Fire Prevention Hazards: Burns and smoke inhalation. ## Safe Practices: ➤ Ensure fire extinguishers are provided near all welding, soldering and other sources of ignition. ➤ Ensure fire extinguishers are available and readily accessible in case of an emergency. ➤ Ensure that portable fire extinguishers are periodically inspected and maintained in accordance with Maintenance and Use of Portable Fire Extinguishers, National Fire Protection Association document NFPA 10A. ➤ Ensure that flammable and combustible materials are not stored in stairways or exits. ➤ Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided in areas where paints, solvents or other flammable materials are being applied. ➤ Ensure that gasoline and other flammable liquids are stored in safety cans or in an approved flammable storage cabinet or room. ➤ Ensure that flammable liquid leaks or spills are cleaned up immediately. ➤ Smoking prohibited near operations that constitute a fire ha…

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# GENERAL INDUSTRY STANDARD (cont.) ## R 408.[redacted postal code] Employee emergency plans. (cont.) (4) An employer shall establish an employee alarm system that is in compliance with the provisions of General Industry Safety Standard Part 9 "Fixed Fire Equipment," and 29 C.F.R. 1910.165 "Employee alarm systems" as adopted in R 408.[redacted postal code]. If the employee alarm system is used for alerting fire brigade members or for other purposes, a distinctive signal for each purpose shall be used. (5) An employer shall establish in the emergency action plan the types of evacuation to be used in emergency circumstances. (6) Before implementing the emergency action plan, an employer shall designate and train a sufficient number of persons to assist in the safe and orderly emergency evacuation of employees. (7) The employer shall review the plan, at the following times, with each employee to whom the plan applies: (a) When the plan is developed. (b) If an employee's responsibilities or designated actions under the plan change. (c) If the plan is changed. (8) An employer shall review, with each employee, upon initial assignment, those parts of the plan that the employee must know to protect the employee in an emergency. ## R 408.[redacted postal code] Fire prevention plans. - Rule 624. (1) An employer shall have a fire prevention plan whenever they are required by a particular Michigan occupational safety and health act standard. The requirements in these rules apply to each such fire prevention plan. (2) A fire prevention plan must be in writing, be kept in the workplace, and be made available to employees for review. However, an employer with 10 or fewer employees may communicate the plan orally to employees. (3) An employer shall control the accumulations of flammable and combustible waste materials and residues so that they do not contribute to a fire emergency. The control procedures shall be included in the written fire prevention plan. (4) An …

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# Fire Warden Responsibilities A fire warden is a designated person within the company that is responsible for fire safety in the workplace. • Be familiar with the emergency access routes. - Be familiar with the buildings fire alarm system. • Identify any personnel that may require assistance when evacuating and develop a plan to ensure their safety. • Participate in fire drills. • Keep evacuation routes unobstructed. • Watch for fire hazards in the workplace (accumulation of garbage/paper, improperly stored combustibles). • Ensure emergency access doors are functioning properly. • Ensure emergency exit signs are illuminated and visible. • Check fire extinguishers, ensure they are inspected and are not obstructed. • In the event of a fire take a head count and determine if anyone is missing. • Conduct Fire Safety Checks. • Report any issues to management. ## Fire Evacuation Procedure 1. When a fire is detected in the workplace pull the nearest fire alarm. 2. In a calm and orderly manner evacuate the building. Do not use the elevator. Proceed to the predetermined muster point. 3. Once at the muster point, call 911. Provide them with as much detail about the emergency as possible (location in the building, fire type, injuries). 4. Only re-enter the building when the Fire Department says it is safe to do so. Nova Scotia Safety Manual for Businesses | Emergency Preparedness 55

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CCOHSOCCHST Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety Centre canadien d'hygiène et de sécurité au travail # Health and Safety Programs # Fire Protection ## On this page What is a fire safety plan? What should be included in the fire safety plan? What can be included in typical fire safety plans for all employees? What are some examples of fire protection measures? What is an example of fire hazard audit/checklist? ## What is a fire safety plan? A fire safety plan is a detailed document that covers all aspects of fire safety for a specific building or property. The plan will outline: - A safe and orderly way for occupants to evacuate the building. - Proper maintenance and housekeeping required to prevent fires. - Methods of control that minimize the damage from fires when they do occur. Fire safety plans are often required by your local Fire Code, especially for certain buildings and occupancy rates. Check with your jurisdiction, municipality, or local fire department for further information. Some municipalities and/or fire departments may prefer that a template or standard format be used by all businesses in their area to help when they have to respond to emergencies. ## What should be included in the fire safety plan? Plans should be specific to the property or business. Conducting an audit or review of the property or business will help identify factors that could affect fire safety. Items in this audit include site layout, points of entry/exit, roadways, use of the building, where and how items are stored, how items are used, water or fire department connections, alarm systems, sprinkler systems and many other factors. While specific requirements may vary by jurisdiction, in general, a fire safety plan should include: Fire Protection CCOHS