How many fire extinguishers are required for a job site
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Published by SALUSThe number of fire extinguishers required on a job site depends on several factors, including the size of the protected area, the type of potential fire hazards, and the amount of flammable or combustible liquids present 1, 2.
Here's a breakdown of the requirements:
- General Requirements: At least one fire extinguisher with a rating of not less than 2A must be provided for each 3,000 square feet of protected building area [1]. The travel distance from any point in the protected area to the nearest fire extinguisher should not exceed 100 feet [1].
- Multistory Buildings: In multistory buildings, at least one fire extinguisher should be located adjacent to the stairway [2].
- Flammable Liquids: A fire extinguisher with a rating of not less than 10B must be provided within 50 feet of any location where more than 5 gallons of flammable or combustible liquids or 5 pounds of flammable gas are being used on the job site [2]. This requirement does not apply to the integral fuel tanks of motor vehicles [2].
- Alternative Options:
- One 55-gallon open drum of water with two fire pails may be substituted for a fire extinguisher having a 2A rating [2].
- A 1/2-inch diameter garden-type hose line, not to exceed 100 feet in length and equipped with a nozzle, may be substituted for a 2A-rated fire extinguisher, provided it can discharge a minimum of 5 gallons per minute with a minimum hose stream range of 30 feet horizontally [2]. The hose lines should be mounted on conventional racks or reels, with enough racks or reels to ensure that at least one hose stream can reach all points in the area [2].
- Specific Hazards: Portable fire extinguishers should be placed not more than 9 meters away from each industrial open-flame portable heating device, tar pot, or asphalt kettle in use, and each welding or cutting operation in progress [3].
It is also important to consider the following:
- The employer is responsible for developing a fire protection program that includes providing the necessary firefighting equipment [1].
- All firefighting equipment must be conspicuously located and maintained in operating condition [1].
- Access to all firefighting equipment must be maintained at all times [1].
- Fire extinguishers and water drums that are subject to freezing must be protected from freezing [2].
- Portable fire extinguishers should be selected, located, inspected, maintained, and tested to protect the health and safety of workers [3].
Always refer to the specific regulations and guidelines applicable to your location and type of work to ensure full compliance.
Sources used for this answer
[1] Rules for the Administration of the Oregon Safe Employment Act (Construction, Division 3, OSHA Oregon)
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## FIRE PROTECTION - (ii) One 55-gallon open drum of water with two fire pails may be substituted for a fire extinguisher having a 2A rating. - (iii) A 1/2-inch diameter garden-type hose line, not to exceed 100 feet in length and equipped with a nozzle, may be substituted for a 2A-rated fire extinguisher, providing it is capable of discharging a minimum of 5 gallons per minute with a minimum hose stream range of 30 feet horizontally. The garden-type hose lines shall be mounted on conventional racks or reels. The number and location of hose racks or reels shall be such that at least one hose stream can be applied to all points in the area. - (iv) One or more fire extinguishers, rated not less than 2A, shall be provided on each floor. In multistory buildings, at least one fire extinguisher shall be located adjacent to stairway. - (v) Extinguishers and water drums, subject to freezing, shall be protected from freezing. - (vi) A fire extinguisher, rated not less than 10B, shall be provided within 50 feet of wherever more than 5 gallons of flammable or combustible liquids or 5 pounds of flammable gas are being used on the jobsite. This requirement does not apply to the integral fuel tanks of motor vehicles. - (vii) Carbon tetrachloride and other toxic vaporizing liquid fire extinguishers are prohibited. - (viii) Portable fire extinguishers shall be inspected periodically and maintained in accordance with Maintenance and Use of Portable Fire Extinguishers, NFPA No. 10A-1970. - (ix) Fire extinguishers which have been listed or approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, shall be used to meet the requirements of this subpart. - (x) Table F-1 may be used as a guide for selecting the appropriate portable fire extinguishers.
[2] Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020 (Sask. Reg. 10/2020)
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## S-15.1 REG 10 ## OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY, 2020 ## Fire safety plan - 25-2 (1) An employer, contractor or owner shall: - (a) take all reasonably practicable steps to prevent the outbreak of fire at a place of employment and to provide effective means to protect workers from any fire that may occur; and - (b) develop and implement a written fire safety plan that provides for the safety of all workers in the event of a fire. - (2) A plan developed pursuant to subsection (1) must include: - (a) the emergency procedures to be used in case of fire, including: - (i) sounding the fire alarm; - (ii) notifying the fire department; and - (iii) evacuating endangered workers, with special provisions for workers with disabilities; - (b) the quantities, locations and storage methods of all flammable substances present at the place of employment; - (c) the designation of persons to carry out the fire safety plan and the duties of the designated persons; - (d) the training of designated persons and workers in their responsibilities for fire safety; - (e) the holding of fire drills; and - (f) the control of fire hazards. - (3) An employer, contractor or owner shall ensure that: - (a) designated persons and workers who have been assigned fire safety duties are adequately trained in, and implement, the fire safety plan; - (b) the fire safety plan is posted in a conspicuous place for reference by workers; and - (c) a fire drill is held at least once during each 12-month period. 31 Dec 2020 c S-15.1 Reg 10 s25-2. ## Fire extinguishers - 25-3 (1) An employer, contractor or owner shall ensure that portable fire extinguishers are selected, located, inspected, maintained and tested so that the health and safety of workers at the place of employment is protected. - (2) An employer, contractor or owner shall ensure that portable fire extinguishers are placed not more than 9 metres away from: - (a) each industrial open-flame portable heating device, tar pot …
[3] Rules for the Administration of the Oregon Safe Employment Act (Construction, Division 3, OSHA Oregon)
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## FIRE PROTECTION ## SUBDIVISION F ## FIRE PROTECTION AND PREVENTION Authority: Section 107 of the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. 3704); Sections 4, 6, and 8 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (29 U.S.C. 653, 655, 657); Secretary of Labor's Order No. 12-71 (36 FR 8754), 8-76 (41 FR [redacted postal code]), 9-83 (48 FR [redacted postal code]),1-90 (55 FR 9033), 6-96 (62 FR 111), 3-2000 (62 FR [redacted postal code]), 5-2002 (67 FR 650008), 5-2007 (72 FR [redacted postal code]), 4-2010 (75 FR [redacted postal code]), or 1-2012 (77 FR 3912), as applicable; and 29 CFR part 1911. ## §1926.150 Fire Protection. ## (a) General requirements. - (1) The employer shall be responsible for the development of a fire protection program to be followed throughout all phases of the construction and demolition work, and he shall provide for the firefighting equipment as specified in this subpart. As fire hazards occur, there shall be no delay in providing the necessary equipment. - (2) Access to all available firefighting equipment shall be maintained at all times. - (3) All firefighting equipment, provided by the employer, shall be conspicuously located. - (4) All firefighting equipment shall be periodically inspected and maintained in operating condition. Defective equipment shall be immediately replaced. - (5) As warranted by the project, the employer shall provide a trained and equipped firefighting organization (Fire Brigade) to assure adequate protection to life. ## (b) Water supply. - (1) A temporary or permanent water supply, of sufficient volume, duration, and pressure, required to properly operate the firefighting equipment shall be made available as soon as combustible materials accumulate. - (2) Where underground water mains are to be provided, they shall be installed, completed, and made available for use as soon as practicable. ## (c) Portable firefighting equipment. - (1) Fire extinguishers and small hose lines. …
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