CITB Managers Fire Safety Management 2

Question 1

Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, how often must a fire risk assessment be reviewed?

Accepted Answer

Regularly, and whenever there is reason to suspect it is no longer valid or there has been a significant change

Answer

The Order requires the fire risk assessment to be kept under review, particularly when there is reason to suspect it is no longer valid or when there has been a significant change in the matters to which it relates. On construction sites, this means reviewing it as the project progresses and conditions change.

Question 2

A construction site has multiple levels of temporary accommodation (site offices and welfare facilities). What specific fire safety provision is essential?

Accepted Answer

At least two independent escape routes from each level

Answer

Multi-storey temporary accommodation requires at least two independent means of escape from each level to ensure that if one route is blocked by fire, an alternative is available. The escape routes should lead to a place of safety and be clearly signed and maintained free of obstruction.

Question 3

What type of fire extinguisher is most appropriate for use on electrical fires?

Accepted Answer

CO2 extinguisher

Answer

CO2 (carbon dioxide) extinguishers are suitable for electrical fires as they do not leave a conductive residue and the gas does not conduct electricity. They work by displacing oxygen around the fire. The electrical equipment should also be isolated if possible before fighting the fire.

Question 4

What is the purpose of compartmentation in fire safety management on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

To divide the building into fire-resisting compartments to limit fire spread and protect escape routes

Answer

Compartmentation divides a building into sections using fire-resisting construction (walls, floors, doors) to contain a fire within its area of origin, limit its spread, and protect escape routes. During construction, maintaining existing compartmentation is critical, and any breaches must be managed with fire stopping.

Question 5

A manager discovers that emergency escape routes on a construction site are being used to store materials. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Immediately clear the escape routes and implement measures to prevent recurrence

Answer

Escape routes must be kept clear and available for use at all times. Storing materials in escape routes is a serious fire safety breach that could prevent evacuation in an emergency. The routes must be cleared immediately, and measures such as regular inspections, signage, and toolbox talks should prevent recurrence.

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CITB Managers Fire Safety Management 2