Fire Safety on Construction Sites - DVD

Induction - Outlines why fire safety is important and provides an excellent introduction to fire safety principles and the correct actions to take in the event of a fire. Hazard spotting - Highlights the principal fire safety hazards and potential control methods and explains the importance of good housekeeping in preventing fires and ensuring safe evacuation. Security and arson prevention - Outlines the measures that must be taken to protect visitors and the workforce, and provide a defence against vandals, arsonists and opportunist criminals. Hot works - Requirements for activities that involve open flames, sparks or building work that may generate heat. Fire warden duties - Details the vital role and responsibilities of fire wardens. Choosing and using a fire extinguisher - Describes which type of extinguishers should be used depending on the class of fire, how fires can spread and how small fires may be tackled safely. Site manager responsibilities - It is the site manager's responsibility to implement and maintain a fire risk assessment and the site fire safety plan. This module describes the key elements.