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Twenty flashcards on the federal fire prevention plan and on the employee alarm that warns everyone to get out.
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- When must an employer have a fire prevention plan?
- When an OSHA standard in that part of the rules requires one.
- Must the fire prevention plan be written?
- Yes: written, kept at the workplace and available to employees; with 10 or fewer employees it may be told orally.
- What is the purpose of a fire prevention plan?
- To prevent a fire from happening in the workplace.
- What does a fire prevention plan describe?
- The fuel sources that could start or spread a fire, and the building systems, like fixed extinguishing and alarms, that control it.
- Fire prevention plan element 1?
- A list of major fire hazards, safe handling and storage of hazardous materials, ignition sources and their control, and the fire equipment for each hazard.
- Fire prevention plan element 2?
- Procedures to control buildups of flammable and combustible waste.
- Fire prevention plan element 3?
- Regular maintenance of safeguards on heat-producing equipment, so it cannot accidentally ignite materials.
- Fire prevention plan element 4?
- The name or job title of those who maintain equipment that prevents or controls ignition sources or fires.
- Fire prevention plan element 5?
- The name or job title of those responsible for controlling fuel source hazards.
- What must each employee hear on first assignment?
- The fire hazards they are exposed to, and the parts of the plan they need to protect themselves.
- Who must be able to perceive the employee alarm?
- All employees in the affected areas, above ambient noise or light; tactile devices can help those who cannot hear or see it.
- What is the standard audible evacuation signal?
- A three-pulse pattern: three 0.5 second tones with 0.5 second gaps, then 1.5 seconds off, for a 4.0 seconds cycle.
- When is the three-pulse signal used?
- Only to call for immediate evacuation of the building; relocation or shelter in place needs a different signal.
- How loud and bright should alarms be?
- Audible alarms at least six decibels over ambient noise; visual alarms at least 75 candela.
- Why limit strobe flashing to five flashes per second?
- Faster rates can trigger seizures in people with certain forms of epilepsy.
- At what height are alarm devices mounted?
- 80 inches above the highest floor level or six inches below the ceiling, whichever is lower.
- How often are non-supervised alarm systems tested?
- Every two months, using a different activation device each time.
- Is a voice alarm enough in a small workplace?
- With 10 or fewer employees, direct voice works if everyone can hear it, with no back-up needed.
- How must manual pull stations be kept?
- Unobstructed, conspicuous and readily accessible.
- Where should visual alarms go?
- At least one in each room and general use area, such as guest restrooms and meeting rooms.
Official sources
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), via GovInfo (GPO)
29 CFR 1910.39: Fire prevention plans (CFR 2025 edition)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Evacuation Plans and Procedures eTool: Fire Prevention Plan (FPP)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Evacuation Plans and Procedures eTool: Employee Alarm Systems
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