Important Training Topics
Many of the topics taught in the FPP training may be presented in the classroom.
If employees are expected to use the portable fire extinguishers, they must participate in hands-on
training.
As mentioned before, if employees are expected to use portable fire extinguishers, they must participate in "hands-on" exercises that help them understand the procedures. Hands-on training also gives employees an opportunity to demonstrate to trainers that they have the skills required to use fire extinguishers.
At a minimum, FPP Training should include all of the following topics:
- Review OSHA requirements contained in 29 CFR 1910.38, Emergency Action Plans, or 29 CFR 1910.120, HAZWOPER.
- Review OSHA requirements contained in 29 CFR 1910.39, Fire Prevention Plans.
- Person(s) responsible for Control of Fuel Source Hazards.
- The location of the company FPP and how it can be accessed.
- Good fire-prevention housekeeping practices and equipment maintenance.
- Alarm systems and evacuation routes.
- Proper response and notification in the event of a fire.
- The use of portable fire extinguishers.
- Recognition of potential fire hazards.
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7-4. Which of the following topics should be included in FPP training?
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