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Fire Warden Training Presented by David Smith Tech IOSH

Fire Warden Training Presented by David Smith Tech IOSH. Agenda Responsibilities of fire wardens. Action to be taken in the event of a fire Video - Fire Marshalling. Responsibilities of fire wardens Read and understand your local fire instructions. Responsibilities of fire wardens

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Fire Warden Training Presented by David Smith Tech IOSH

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  1. Fire Warden Training Presented by David Smith Tech IOSH

  2. Agenda • Responsibilities of fire wardens. • Action to be taken in the event of a fire • Video - Fire Marshalling

  3. Responsibilities of fire wardens • Read and understand your local fire instructions.

  4. Responsibilities of fire wardens • Know how to react to a fire. • Know what is expected of you in an alarm or general evacuation. • Know the location of all alarm call points • Know the location of extinguishers. • Know which type to use. • Know the primary safety routes.

  5. Responsibilities of fire wardens • Ensure that fire exits are not obscured. • Take command of your area in any emergency. • Be a means of communication. • Absolutely ensure the alarm has been raised in any emergency situation.

  6. Responsibilities of fire wardens • Ensure a deputy is appointed during periods of absence. • Ensure that in an evacuation situation your ‘area’ is clear of staff and that all casualties or disabled persons are escorted to a place of safety. • Carry out practice drills - debrief for procedural improvement.

  7. Action on discovering a fire or smoke • Break glass of nearest call point. • As soon as possible call ???? and advise them of the situation. • Attempt to control the fire. • Do not take risks. • Leave yourself an exit route. • When in doubt get out .

  8. What to do in the event of a fire • Direct staff to nearest fire exit. • Assist visitors and contractors. • Check all offices/meeting rooms are clear. • If it is safe to do so close all doors and windows. • Check toilets are clear. (E&F will deal with disabled) • Inform chief warden that your floor is clear or if someone is missing. • Muster in assembly area.

  9. Action on hearing the alarm • Leave the building by the nearest fire escape route. • Do not use lifts. • Do not stop to take personal belongings. • Go directly to the muster point. • Do not re-enter the building until you are told to do so. • Do not wander off.

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