Home Fire Prevention

Home Fire Prevention

This is a basic fire safety guide. Over 1.13 lakh people killed in fire accidents between 2010 and 2014. Report of the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) of the Union home ministry shows that a total of 20,377 cases of fire accidents were reported in the country during 2014 which caused deaths of 19,513 persons and injuries to 1,889 others. The worst part is that most home fires are preventable. Waking up to smoke and flames is one of the worst things that can happen to your family and home. Keep your family and your home safe with just a little fire safety preparation and prevention. Madhya Pradesh is the second-worst state when it comes to fire safety, with 2,291 accidental fires kiling 2,305 people in 2014, according to NCRB data. From creating a fire escape plan to making sure your smoke detectors are working properly, these fire safety tips are easy to learn and practice in your home. Maharashtra recorded nearly a quarter of all accidental fires and a fifth of all deaths in 2014, more than twice as many fires and 70% more deaths than second placed Madhya Pradesh.

How to prevent home fires

Home fires can occur for a variety of reasons, but many are preventable.  Unattended cooking is the leading cause of home fires, accounting for over half of home fires in 2015, followed by heating equipment, electrical malfunction, intentional fires and smoking materials.

Home fires are not 100 percent preventable. Though, you can take necessary steps today to reduce your risk of home fires. Here’s how:

• Install and maintain smoke alarms on every floor of your home and within every bedroom. Roughly 50% of home fire deaths occur during the night while people are sleeping.
• Never leave food cooking unattended, especially deep fryers and other frying equipment.
• Avoid using portable and fixed space heaters, as heating equipment is the second leading cause of home fire deaths.
• Have a fire plan that gets you out of your home in less than two minutes and practice it.
• Avoid smoking in the house.

Electrical safety & home fire prevention

Electrical malfunctions are one of the leading causes of home fires. Make sure that you hire a qualified electrician to make any changes in your home. In addition, be sure to check electrical cords regularly, and make sure cords do not run across doorways or under carpets where they could be damaged.

Remember to limit the number of plugs you have in an electrical outlet or power strip. Overloading an electrical outlet can not only trip a breaker, but it could also start a fire.

Additionally, only use light bulbs that match the recommended wattage for each lamp. Your lamps and light fixtures should have a sticker that indicates the maximum wattage light bulb you may use.

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Testing your smoke detector could save your life

If you have smoke alarm, then every smoke alarm should be tested monthly by pushing the “test” button and batteries should be changed when needed. It is best to always have at least one spare battery. If your smoke alarm ever “chirps,” it is time to replace the battery immediately. Most smoke alarm failures occur because of a missing or disconnected battery or a dead battery.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) estimates that three out of every five home fire deaths resulted from fires where there were non-working smoke detectors or no smoke detectors at all. Having the proper fire safety equipment in your home can truly save your life.

Where to install smoke detectors

The NFPA recommends installing a smoke alarm on every floor, including the basement, and inside every sleeping room. Smoke alarms should be mounted high on a wall not more than a foot from the ceiling or on the ceiling. Remember, smoke rises.

• Kitchen: It is critical to mount smoke alarms in the kitchen at least 10 feet from any cooking appliance to minimize false alarms when cooking.
• Basement: Smoke alarms in the basement should be installed on the ceiling near the bottom step of the stairs up to the first floor.

There are many brands and types of smoke alarms you can choose from. All of the best smoke alarms should meet the Underwriters Laboratories Standard. Look for the UL label on the packaging.

How to use a fire extinguisher

Fire extinguishers are helpful for putting out small fires. You can contact your local fire department for fire extinguisher training. Or, follow these simple recommendations from the Fire safety Administration. To operate a fire extinguisher, remember the word “PASS:”

1. Pull the pin. Hold the fire extinguisher with the nozzle pointing away from you and remove the pin to unlock it.
2. Aim low. Point the nozzle at the base of the fire.
3. Squeeze the lever slowly and evenly.
4. Sweep the nozzle from side-to-side.

Fire extinguishers should be checked regularly and tested by a professional every few years.

It’s also useful to know that there are five different types of fire extinguishers for putting out different kinds of fires.

1. Class A extinguishers: for use on materials like cloth, wood, and paper.
2. Class B extinguishers: for use on combustible and flammable liquids like oil, gasoline, and grease.
3. Class C extinguishers: best for electrical equipment and appliances like stoves, televisions, and computers.
4. Class D extinguishers: for use with flammable metals.
5. Class K extinguishers: best for cooking oils commonly found in commercial kitchens, including vegetable oil.

Most dwellings have a multipurpose extinguisher that covers Classes A, B, and C. You can purchase these types of fire extinguishers at any home improvement store.

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Create a fire escape plan with your family

Home fires can rapidly spread, and every second counts. Having a plan in place where you and your family can get out of the house in under two minutes once the alarm sounds is critical for your family’s safety.

Everyone in your family should know how to dial 1-0-0 in the case of emergency. In addition, teach your children what a smoke alarms sounds like and what to do if they hear one. You should also establish and practice a fire escape plan, especially if you have small children. Here some tips for creating your fire escape plan:

1. Draw a floor plan of your entire house that shows all the doors and windows.
2. Show and discuss the plan with everyone in the house.
3. Identify at least two ways out of every room, if possible. This could be through doors or windows.
4. Once outside, everyone should meet at an agreed upon meeting place a safe distance from the house. It could be the mailbox or the neighbor’s fence. Just make sure it is easy for young children to get there.

Basic fire safety tips for kids and families

Help your family stay safe in the event of a fire. Do not let children play with matches, lighters or candles. Keep these items up and away from young children. In addition, teach your kids these basic fire safety tips to help ensure they know what to do during a fire emergency.

1. Teach children that if a doorknob is hot, you should NOT open the door.
2. Teach children how to “Stop, Drop, and Roll.”
3. Teach your kids to crawl on their hands and knees if they see smoke.
4. Take your child to the fire house to meet a firefighter. This way, they learn what a firefighter looks like in their fire gear.
5. Teach your child to never hide under the bed or in the closet.

Fire safety recap

There’s no 100% guarantee that a fire will never happen in your home. That’s why it pays to be prepared and take steps to reduce the risk of a home fire. Follow the three “P’s” – prevent, plan, and practice. Make sure your home has working smoke alarms, your family has a fire escape plan, and you have practiced it.

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Fire Safety for Sweet Home

Fire Safety for Sweet Home

Fire in our home is one of those nightmares that we all dread. The cautious among us make sure that our home is fully protected against it. Yet accidents can happen. Yes, prevention is better than cure. But what happens when it does break out?

We should all know about the basics of fire safety and equipment. We must also regularly see to the maintenance of the equipment, including refilling of fire extinguishers. Here are some of the essential rules of fire safety in your home:

1: Get an extinguisher

A fire extinguisher is the most preferred firefighting equipment in a home. Its advantage in a home is its portability and size. You can buy different sizes of extinguisher as per your requirement and store it wherever you have a danger of flammable liquid. It can be quickly carried to any spot where a fire has broken out. It also does not require a very heavy expense or effort in installation.

The important question here is which type of extinguisher you should buy. The most common extinguishers for home are Types A, B and C. Type A is for combustibles like wood, cloth and paper — common materials found in every home. Type B is for flammable liquids, like petrol or cooking oil. This extinguisher is suitable for the kitchen and the garage. Type C is for live electricity. You should keep it near your electrical mains.

You also need to keep a track of the extinguisher use. It must be refilled after every use. You can get an agency that specialises in refilling of fire extinguishers.

2: Get fire alarm

You need a fire alarm system to ensure that everyone in the home is notified as soon as there is an incident of fire. The alarm is essential to ensure that preventive measures or evacuation can take place quickly. While an alarm does not actually help in fighting fire, it is the most important warning system in fire safety.

3: Find out fire safety infrastructure in your area

Fire spreads very quickly. So, a fire in your neighborhood puts you in immediate danger as well. If you are living in an apartment complex, find out the fire safety infrastructure in your area, such as sprinkler systems, fire alarms, fire hose, wet risers, dry risers and hydrants. Find out if there is a supervisor or fire safety committee to deal with such accidents. Those living in independent homes  should check hydrant systems in place.

4: Chart an exit route

The first rule of firefighting is that you must never put yourself in any danger. If you think that it is going out of control, evacuate immediately. Members in the house, especially children must be evacuated at the first sign of a fire. To ensure that evacuations are carried out smoothly, you have to chart an exit route in advance. Make sure that the exit route is clear from every room and there are no big obstructions in the way.

5: Do a drill

Fire drills are common in schools and office. So why not for your home? It’s the best way of ensuring that everyone knows what to do in case of a fire. It also ensures that evacuation can take place without any panic.

6: Set a maintenance timetable

Some people think that buying fire fighting equipment is enough. However, that is just the first part. You need to check them periodically to see that everything is functioning properly. Check the fire alarm batteries. Check the extinguisher to see if refilling of fire extinguishers is required. Sprinklers should be assessed at regular intervals to see that these are not jammed by any debris.

7: Educate yourself and others

The best fire safety is prevention. Every member of the household must be aware of basic fire safety such as turning off the gas cylinder, treating flammable objects and liquids carefully. Older children and adults must also be taught the right way to use the house extinguisher.

From installing right equipment to undertaking maintenance and refilling of fire extinguishers, these are some of the essential fire safety measures you must take to ensure that your home and loved ones are safe and secure.

Fire Extinguisher – Buying guide

Fire Extinguisher – Buying guide

A fire extinguisher may not be very effective against a large-scale developed fire, but it is extremely effective in dousing an incipient fire before it goes out of control. This is what makes them so perfect for homes and offices. Now use of fire extinguisher is increasing every day. Thanks to FSAI that many people start understanding the use and value of the extinguisher as it saves from hazardous things like fire. Extinguishers have the advantage of portability that can be very handy in dousing fires that are difficult to reach by other mechanisms.

There are lots of stuff that you need to know before you go for shopping when it comes to this, apart from this there are companies related to fire extinguishers refilling in India, who can help you when your extinguisher require refilling. But before that, you should understand few basic kinds of stuff to avoid any kind complication in future. Here is our handy extinguisher guide:

✅Specialist or wide range: Fire safety equipment involves more than just fire extinguishers and you may want a more comprehensive system. In that case, you should check if the fire safety extinguishers supplier offers other firefighting equipment like fire blankets and fire alarms. You can choose to go with a separate vendors or manufacturers, but a single vendor is more likely to give you competitive pricing apart from saving your time and effort.

✅Which size do you want? Well, the size of your extinguisher does not affect the working as it only means that you have the larger volume in the fire extinguisher. However, it depends on the need and the location/area you want to cover.  A multi-stored building will need an extinguisher on each floor. The area of the floor and partitions within will again decide the number of extinguishers. For instance, a large floor with multiple rooms, offices or homes may need multiple extinguishers, while a small floor may work perfectly well with a single extinguisher. Your car with its limited space will require a small portable extinguisher.

✅Selecting the right type: All extinguishers may look the same, but they are actually quite different. Extinguishers are classified according to the type of fire, which depends on the accelerants present. The accelerant is be the material that is found on the premises and will differ from one location to another. The classification of fire is as follows:

-    Class A: Fires involving organic solids like paper and wood.

-    Class B: Fires involving flammable liquids like petrol and diesel.

-    Class C: Fires involving flammable gases.

-    Class D: Fires involving combustible metals.

-    Class E: Fires involving electrical equipment.

-    Class F: Fires involving cooking oil and fat.

The type of fire will decide the agent that we use to extinguish the fire. Agents used in firefighting are water, wet chemical, foam, dry chemical, dry powder, carbon dioxide, and vaporizing liquid. Type A fire requires a water extinguisher, while a Type D fire requires a dry powder extinguisher. So, a water extinguisher may work in your bedroom, but for your kitchen you may need a wet chemical extinguisher.

✅Location: Decide on the location of the extinguisher before you buy it. There are a few rules here that you must keep in mind:

-    It must be installed above ground.

-    It should be placed in a location where nothing obstructs it path.

-    It should be clearly visible.

-    It should be placed near an exit so that one does not have to walk into the fire to retrieve it.

-    It should not be placed near an inflammable substance.

✅Complexity of the extinguisher: Some fire extinguishers are more difficult to operate Carbon dioxide extinguishers, for instance, must be handled very carefully since the gas expelled is extremely cold. In such cases, it is important to ensure that you have people trained to use such extinguishers.

✅How to use it? Not just buying is a hectic stuff but also knowing how to use the fire extinguisher is another thing that you should consider. However, these modern extinguishers are much easier to use as you just have to follow PASS which stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze and Sweep. After using it, make sure to refill it again. These are important factors will help you to buy whatever kind of extinguisher you need. Also, do know about the refilling a recharging process. Make sure your extinguisher is properly maintained and ready to use when it is needed. Apart from that, do check the working and the overall extinguisher to make sure it’s safe for use or not.

✅ Mounting Guidelines:
If a fire extinguisher weighs more than 40 lbs, the top must be mounted no higher than 3.5 ft (1.07 m) from the ground.
If it weighs less than 40 lbs, the top can be mounted up to 5 ft (1.53 m) high.
In both cases, the bottom of the extinguisher must be at least 4 inches (102 mm) above the ground.

✅ Coverage Area Considerations:
A single extinguisher should effectively cover an area within a 75 ft (22.7 m) radius, ensuring no unprotected gaps.

✅Rechargeable or Disposable: Rechargeable extinguishers have a metal valve where disposable extinguishers have a plastic valve. While the rechargeable may seem more expensive, it is more economical in the long-term. However, if you need the extinguisher for just a short time span, you may consider disposable extinguisher.

✅Placement of the extinguisher: Fire Extinguisher travel distance as per hazard types are shown in below:

✅Refilling services: A fire extinguisher requires refilling at certain intervals. This will be specified by the manufacturer. In addition, it must be refilled every time gas is expelled. You must keep these expenses in mind when buying an extinguisher. Find a fire extinguishers refilling India agency that offers the best package. For instance, some agencies offer a comprehensive maintenance package that includes repairs as well as refilling services that may be more economical in the long run.

✅Certification: Every extinguisher must comply with the proper ISO certification. This means that it meets all the regulations regarding its working and safety. This is the minimum quality control that you must maintain.

✅Check for service terms: It is important to see what kind of services the supplier is offering. Extinguishers need regular servicing. So, any supplier who also has a servicing facility wins brownie points. See if you can get a favorable deal along with your extinguisher. Many suppliers offer complimentary service for a limited period. This should also be considered in the overall pricing.

So, before you buy an extinguisher, find out the type of fire that is likely to take place, the area and availability of fire extinguishers refilling India.

Electrical safety around water

Electrical safety around water

Electric shock drowning (ESD) happens when marina or onboard electrical systems leak electric current into the water. The current then passes through the body, causing paralysis, and results in drowning.

With summer in full swing, NFPA and Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) are joining forces to remind people about the potential electrical hazards that exist in swimming pools, hot tubs and spas, on board boats and in the waters surrounding boats, marinas and launch ramps.

Marinas, lakes and ponds

Tips for swimmers

·         Never swim near a marina, dock or boatyard, or near a boat while it’s running.

·         Obey all “no swimming signs” on docks.

Tips for boat owners

·         Avoid entering the water when launching or loading your boat.  Docks or boats can leak electricity into the water causing water electrification.

·         Each year, and after a major storm that affects the boat, have the boat’s electrical system inspected by a qualified marine electrician to be sure it meets the required codes of your area, including the American Boat & Yacht Council. Make the necessary repairs if recommended. Check with the marina owner who can also tell you if the marina’s electrical system has recently been inspected to meet the required codes of your area, including the National Electrical Code (NEC). 

·         Know where your main breaker(s) are located on both the boat and the shore power source so you can respond quickly in case of an emergency.

·         Have ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) installed on the boat; use only portable GFCIs or shore power cords (including “Y” adapters) that are Marine Listed when using electricity  near water. Test GFCIs monthly.

Swimming pools, hot tubs and spas

Summer is the time of year to have swimming pool equipment, hot tubs and spas inspected and then properly maintained to make sure that life saving measures such as ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection and all grounding and bonding systems are functioning properly.

Tips for swimmers

·         Look out for underwater lights that are not working properly, flicker or work intermittently.

·         If tingling occurs, immediately stop swimming in your current direction. Try and swim in a direction where you had not felt the tingling, Exit the water as quickly as possible and avoid using metal ladders or rails. Touching metal may increase the risk of shock.

·         Do not swim before, during or after thunderstorms.

Tips for swimming pool owners

·         Have a qualified electrician periodically inspect and—where necessary—replace or upgrade the electrical devices or equipment that keep your pool, spa or hot tub electrically safe. Have him/her show you how to turn off all power in case of an emergency.

·         Make sure that any overhead lines maintain the proper distance over a pool and other structures, such as a diving board. If you have any doubts, contact a qualified electrician or your local utility company to make sure power lines are a safe distance away.

·         If you are putting in a new pool, hot tub or spa be sure the wiring is performed by an electrician experienced in the special safety requirements for these types of installations.

·         Electrical appliances, equipment and cords should be kept at least 6 feet away from the water. When possible, use battery-operated instead of cord-connected appliances and equipment, such as televisions, radios, and stereos.

Checklist of Fire Safety System for Healthcare

Checklist of Fire Safety System for Healthcare building

Building Name:

Building address:

Building Floor name:

Local Fire Bridged name & Cont nos:

As per National Building Code (NBC) Hospital Buildings, Nursing Homes, Sanatoriums have been categories under Group-C “Institutional Building”.

The Institutional Buildings are having some high risk areas with special problems relates life risk of both ambulatory and non-ambulatory patients. It is therefore necessary to understand the types of hazards associated with the Institutional Buildings vis-à-vis life safety concept.

Life Safety from fire in Hospitals relies on a “Defined – in- Place” principle. Horizontal exits or smoke barriers are required to sub-divide each storey of a Hospital to provide an area of refuge on each floor.

In case of emergency the objectives should be “Keep the fire away from the Patient rather than more the patient away from the fire”

A. Procedure for Calling the Fire Brigade:

a) When calling the Fire Brigade give clear information.

1. Name & Address of the premises where fire has actually broke out.

2. Nearest land mark & name of the access road.

3. Character to the Building and type of occupancy.

4. Nearest water body is available.

5. Telephone No. of the caller & of the particular premises if known.

B. Procedure to be followed for Raising the Alarm:

All occupants/ employees should be aware of how to raise the alarm.

1. Once detector actuated, the on duty staffs will act according to pre-determined plan.

2. The source of alarm must be monitored regularly.

3. Whole premises should be warned through the P.A. system in such a manner that should not generate any panic amongst the occupants.

4. The system should be incorporated to disseminate the information to other emergency support services.

C. Pre-determined area should be identified for refuge or assemble of the occupants (Patient).

D. The assembly or refuge area should have the facility of medical support for patient if needed.

E. The assembly or refuge area must have the access of the emergency vehicles like ambulance or fire service vehicles.

F. Roll call should be taken to ensure that all occupants/ patients are evacuated from the danger zone and the missing person should be notified to the Fire Service and Police Authority.

G. Procedure for Fighting the Fire:

1. In the early stages of a fire it may be possible to successfully contain it or extinguish it with first aid fire fighting equipment.

2. To accomplish this, staff members should be instructed in the use of hand held extinguishers and hose reels.

3. Certain members of staff may be designated as a fire fighting team as part of the emergency procedures & their function would be to assess and "if safe to do so" tackle the fire with the available equipment until the Fire Brigade arrive.

H. Procedure for Assisting the Fire Brigade:

a) When the Fire Brigade arrives they need proper assistance and information as much as possible in order to take the best course of action. The type of information required includes:

1. Exact location of the fire;

2. Type of materials involved in fire;

3. Details of missing persons;

4. Location of nearest fire hydrants;

5. Location of all access doors to the building.

6. Location of any special risks adjoining to the fire location;

7. Keys for access into any locked areas.

RECOMMENDATION OF

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL FIRE SAFETY MEASURES IN INSTITUTIONAL

BUILDINGS

Preventive Measures

1. Good housekeeping in all area, specially stores, kitchen, electrical installation, transformer house and waste disposals etc. should be maintained.

2. No Smoking Zone (while applicable in office, store, depot etc) shall be enforced rigidly.

3. All electrical installations shall be periodically checked & tested by competent electrical

engineers, while all loose electrical wiring if any shall be replaced immediately.

4. Appropriate M.C.B. shall be installed where necessary in the electrical installation as per

Indian Electrical Rules.

5. All old electrical wiring especially in the zone of insignificant and abundant area shall

replace with the new ones.

6. The basement if any should not be used as store room / material dumping / in patient ward or any other purpose which will cause Fire / Smoke.

7. Lift shaft and stair lobby / landing shall be free from any obstacles / obstruction.

8. Use of LPG gas cylinders not more than 320 kg come into a gas bank, to be installed with separate place with barrier and precaution as per IS : 6044.

9. Trained staff in dealing with the fire fighting extinguisher / appliance / Evacuation procedure shall be engaged. Fire fighting drill and evacuation drill should be held on regular basis.

10. Building should come into a modular by making corridors horizontal & vertical exits from the origin of the fire place to a safe area easily and also by incorporating Fire & Smoke Check Door in the lobby approaching to stairways and lift.

11. One senior personal preferably from administration may co-ordinate & look into.

12. On site Emergency / Evacuation plan shall have to be prepared and update at regular

interval.

13. Fire Notice, Fire order, Exit sign, Floor Nos. shall be displayed at conspicuous places as per requirements of NBC Part IV 2016.

14. Arrangement should be made for proper checking, testing and maintenance of all fire

protection and detection system to keep them in properly working condition at all the time.

15. Electrical Safety Audit should be carried out at regular interval as per Indian Electrical Rules.

Protective Measures

1. Water Reservoir exclusively for fire fighting shall be made available as prescribed in National Building Code (NBC) Part IV 2016.

2. Replenishment of the reservoir may be incorporated with deep tube well with auto facility.

3. Fire Hydrant Ring main with Yard Hydrant & Wet Riser system with landing valve shall be installed as per NBC Part IV & IS: 3844.

4. Hose Box containing two nos. 15 M long Hose & 1 No. Branch Pipe with Nozzle to be

installed near each Yard Hydrant & Landing Valve.

5. First-Aid Hose Reel 40 M long to be provided near each landing valve tapped off from the Wet Riser.

6. Sprinkler system to be provided for all the floors & other places / areas as applicable as per NBC Code.

7. Fire fighting extinguisher should be provided within the building as per IS: 2190 and person having work station in that area should be trained to use the same if required initially in case of emergency.

8. The main Fire Pump and one stand by pump of capacity minimum 2280 LPM and head of the pump will be such that 3.5 Kg/cm2 pressure is available at the furthest/highest landing valve, to be installed. Auto start facility should be incorporated in fire pump. Accordingly, Jockey Pump of Capacity 180 LPM shall also be installed.

9. The Stand by pump of equal capacity must be available on alternate sources of

supply, preferably diesel operating pump.

10. Fire Detection & Alarm System for the entire Building shall be provided as per IS: 2185

11. Public Address System with Two way communication System

12. Emergency power supply shall be provided to the following equipment and system.

A. Illumination of means of escape route.

B. Fire Alarm Panel & P.A. Console.

C. Fire Pumps

D. Fire Lift

E. Bore Well

Fire Command Structure:-

1. Chief Executive Officer or Head of the Organization will act as the commanding officer during emergency.

2. The commanding Officer has the primary responsibility to recognize hazards and prepare the fire order and fire operation plan & get them promulgated.

3. To supervise the regular training to the hospital staff (non-medical & medical) of the hospitals and keep them informed about the fire emergency evacuation plan.

4. Medical Superintendent will act as a occupant/patient evacuation supervisor and formulate the emergency evacuation plan and impart training to all the staffs (medical & non-medical) regarding the emergency evacuation procedure.

5. Floor managers/Matrons/floor supervisor will assist the evacuation supervisor in evacuation process.

6. The Chief Engineer/ Maintenance Engineer will act as a head of the fire fighting team and his responsibility to maintain all the fixed fire fighting installation system and constitute the fire fighting team. He should also impart the training about the operation and maintenance of fire fighting installation and conduct training at regular intervals.

ACTION BY SECURITY / DESIGNATED FIRE FIGHTING STAFF

A) INFORM THE FIRE BRIGADE THROUGH ANY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING PHONE NUMBERS:

                                    XXX XXXX XXXX

                                    YYY YYYY YYYY

B) ALERT THE OCCUPANTS BY USING PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM & GIVE THEM PROPER GUIDANCE FOR SAFE EVACUATION FROM THE BUILDING.

C) OPERATE THE GROUNDING SWITCH TO BRING FIRE ELEVATOR TO GROUND FLOOR LEVEL.

D) EVACUATE THE OCCUPANTS BY USING FIRE EXITS AND EMERGENCY EXITS ONLY AND ASSEMBLE THEM IN A SAFE PLACE.

E) SWITCH OFF THE POWER SUPPLY OF THE BUILDING EXCEPTING EMERGENCY LIGHT / FIRE LIFT / FIRE ALARM PANEL, PA & TALKBACK PANELS.

F) FIGHT THE FIRE USING NEAREST SUITABLE EXTINGUISHER OR WATER FROM NEAREST HOSE REEL / HYDRANT POINT DEPENDING ON THE SIZE OF FIRE.

G) GUIDE THE FIRE FORCE, ON THEIR ARRIVAL TO THE SEAT OF FIRE.

H) INCASE OF CAUSALITIES, CALL AMBULANCE OR MOBILE TRAUMA CARE UNIT.

I) ENSURE THAT THE PEOPLE WHO ARE PHYSICALLY CONSTRAINED, UNCONSCIOUS, DISABLE AND WOMAN ARE EVACUATED.

Weekly Fire Checklist:

Escape routes			Notes / action needed
1	Are escape routes clear?	Yes/No
2	Is there any combustible waste or storage in corridors, lobbies, stairways and chute rooms?	Yes/No
3	Are there any signs of damage to fire-resisting walls, doors and glazing between units and the common parts?	Yes/No
4	Are external routes clear and safe? And if needed well lit?	Yes/No
5	Have any vents required for smoke control been tampered with, forced open and damaged (e.g. by residents seeking to air stuffy atmospheres or to remove the smell from illicit smoking) or blocked up to prevent draughts?	Yes/No
6	Are fire exit signs or fire action notices missing or defaced?	Yes/No
7	Where required are there spare batteries for emergency escape lights & torches.	Yes/No
8	Have emergency lights been inspected – tell-tale lights illuminated	Yes/No
9	Where fitted is emergency lighting and sign lighting working correctly?	Yes/No
Fire doors
1	Can all fire exits be opened immediately and easily?	Yes/No
2	Are fire doors clear of obstructions?	Yes/No
3	Are fire door smoke seals in good condition (not painted over / damaged)?	Yes/No
4	Do all self-closing fire doors work correctly?	Yes/No
5	Do fire doors fit closely with a maximum of 5mm gaps?	Yes/No
6	Do all emergency fastening devices to fire exits (e.g. push bars) work correctly?	Yes/No
7	Are front doors and other entrance and exit doors closing properly?	Yes/No
8	All enclosed staircases shall have access through self closing doors of at least two hour fire resistance – these shall be swing doors opening in the direction of escape. The door shall be fitted with check action door closers.	Yes/No
Fire Detection & Alarm System
1	Is the indicator panel showing ‘normal’?	Yes/No
2	Where provided, are fire detectors, MCP, CM, MM still in place and/or damaged, covered over or interfered with in anyway?	Yes/No
3	Where provided, are fire detectors, MCP, CM, MM indication LED are blinking?	Yes/No
4	Where provided, are 70% fire detectors, MCP, Strobe, Battery are tested?	Yes/No
5	Where applicable has the fire alarm been tested on a weekly basis?	Yes/No
6	Is an ongoing periodical maintenance contract in place?	Yes/No
7	Automatic fire dampers shall be provided at the inlet of the fresh air and return air duct of each compartment on every floor.	Yes/No
8	Fire alarm system should be intercommunicate with BMS	Yes/No
9	Fire alarm system should be intercommunicate with Access Control	Yes/No
10	PA System speaker must be placed so that the information is clearly audible in all areas	Yes/No
Firefighting equipment
1	Are all fire extinguishers in place?	Yes/No
2	Are fire extinguishers discharged or damaged?	Yes/No
3	Are fire extinguishers clearly visible and accessible?	Yes/No
4	Gross weight of Cylinder when inspected in Kgs?	Yes/No
5	Are fire extinguishers Safety Pin damaged?	Yes/No
6	Are vehicles blocking fire hydrants or access to them?	Yes/No
7	Are all Sprinklers shall cover the entire area?	Yes/No
8	Are all Sprinklers line is energized?	Yes/No
9	Are last Sprinklers properly tested?	Yes/No
10	Distance between two hydrants or extinguisher stations must not be more than 30 m, and very clearly marked	Yes/No
11	A Diesel fire pump should be required and provide diesel exhaust pipe from the diesel engine and terminate to atmosphere in a location acceptable to the local Authority / Architect.	Yes/No
12	An additional static water storage tank to be provided at roof / terrace level with capacity specified by the local fire authority with arrangements of replenishment by main or alternate source of supply, which can be used in the eventuality of failure of other system under gravity flow.	Yes/No
13	All valves must be open, accessible and unobstructed	Yes/No
14	All the fire pumps to have direct access from the ground level.	Yes/No
15	What is the capacity of Under Ground / Terrace Static Storage Tank? (in ltr)	Yes/No
16	Whether the fire pump room is separated by fire walls all around and provided with fire doors.	Yes/No
17	Whether an undertaking from LPG piping installation agency and client stating that proposed gas bank , supply lines and other fitting associated with it is as per NBC of India -2016, Part-IV	Yes/No
18	Whether an affidavit / Confirmation is produced by the Applicant and Licensed contractor stating that all the proposed lightning protection installations for building is as per NBC of India -2016; Part-IV?	Yes/No
19	Whether an affidavit / Confirmation is produced by the applicant and HVAC Consultant be stating that all the proposed Air Conditioning, Smoke Management, Ventilation and Staircase Pressurisation Systems for the building is as per NBC of India -2016; Part-IV?	Yes/No
20	Whether an affidavit / Confirmation from the Applicant and the Electrical Consultant produced along with plan stating that all the proposed Electrical Installations and power supply for the proposed building is as per NBC of India -2016 Part 1V and necessary emergency power distribution system for fire and life safety systems also proposed in the building as per NBC 2016 Part IV 3.4.6.2 ?	Yes/No

All Fire Stations / Cabinets, for installing or keeping First Aid Fire Protection Equipment such as fire hose reel, hydrant valve, fire hose, branch pipe, etc should be provided in strategic locations of all floors, @ one station for every 1000M2 of plinth area.