Spontaneous Ignition Preventing Spontaneous Ignition Spontaneous ignition can occur without an external flame or spark when combustible materials generate heat through oxidation. If that heat cannot dissipate, temperatures can continue to rise...
Springtime Yard & Field Maintenance Safety Springtime yard and field maintenance often brings increased outdoor activity, equipment movement, material handling, and chemical use. Before operations become busy, inspect and organize yards,...
What to Do in Case of Fire A fire can spread rapidly, producing intense heat, smoke, and toxic gases. Knowing what to do before a fire occurs can prevent injuries and...
Emergency! Where’s the Fire Extinguisher? A fire can grow rapidly. Knowing where fire extinguishers are located, what type to use, and when to evacuate instead of attempting to fight a fire...
Using Portable Fire Extinguishers Portable fire extinguishers can help control a small fire before it becomes a major emergency—but only when the correct extinguisher is used by a trained employee under...
Portable Fire Extinguishers Portable fire extinguishers can help control a small, incipient-stage fire, but only when employees are trained, the correct extinguisher is available, and conditions allow it to be used...
Foundry Worker Safety Foundry operations expose workers to a combination of serious hazards, including molten metal, extreme heat, fires and explosions, hazardous fumes, respirable crystalline silica, machinery, noise, and material-handling hazards....
Fire Protection and Control Fires can develop quickly and may result in serious injuries, fatalities, and property damage. Good housekeeping, proper storage of combustible and flammable materials, safe electrical practices, and...
Workplace Fire Safety The potential for fire exists in nearly every workplace. Good housekeeping, proper storage, maintained electrical equipment, and knowledge of emergency procedures can significantly reduce the risk of fires...
Fire Extinguishers Portable fire extinguishers are an important part of workplace fire protection. Even when a facility is equipped with automatic sprinklers or other fire-protection systems, portable extinguishers may provide a...