Emergency Action and Fire Plans Flashcards

Under 1910.39, how must an employer control the accumulation of flammable and combustible waste materials?

Answer: Through procedures established in the fire prevention plan

The FPP must include procedures to control accumulation of flammable and combustible waste materials.

The Fire Prevention Plan must include procedures for the regular maintenance of what?

Answer: Safeguards installed on heat-producing equipment to prevent accidental ignition

The FPP requires maintenance procedures for safeguards on heat-producing equipment.

If an employer expects all employees to evacuate and does not use fire extinguishers, what may they NOT need?

Answer: A portable fire extinguisher training program under total evacuation

Under a total evacuation policy where no one fights fires, extinguisher training requirements may not apply.

Who is responsible for the control of fuel source hazards named in the Fire Prevention Plan?

Answer: Employees specifically named and assigned to that responsibility

The FPP must include the names or job titles of those responsible for controlling fuel source hazards.

A key difference between an EAP and a Fire Prevention Plan is that the FPP focuses on what?

Answer: Preventing fires from starting rather than responding after one starts

The FPP aims to prevent fires; the EAP addresses response and evacuation once an emergency occurs.

Housekeeping practices in a Fire Prevention Plan primarily reduce the risk of what?

Answer: Fire by minimizing combustible clutter and spills

Good housekeeping reduces combustible material accumulation, lowering fire risk.

How often should fire prevention equipment such as extinguishers be inspected per general OSHA practice?

Answer: Visually monthly and maintained annually

Portable extinguishers require monthly visual checks and annual maintenance under 1910.157.