1. Introduction

1.1. Fire program management involves the

identification, evaluation, and control of

hazards which may result in a fire.

1.2. OSHA & Emergency Response Etools

1. Introduction

1.4. Responsibilities of a Safety Manager in FPM

1.4.1. Technical knowledge of the fire codes and standards

1.4.2. Developing policies and procedures for fire hazard

control

1.4.3. Evaluating the effectiveness of policies, procedures and controls

1.4. Responsibilities of a Safety Manager in FPM II

1.4.4. Determining the need for fire suppression systems

1.4.5. Coordinating the inspection, testing, and maintenance on systems

1.4.6. Developing and evaluating fire response strategies

2. Definitions

2.1. Incipient Stage Fire A fire which is in the initial or beginning stage and

which can be controlled or extinguished by portable fire extinguisher.

2.2. Interior Structural Fire Fighting The physical activity of fire suppression, rescue or

both inside of buildings or enclosed structures which are involved in a fire beyond the incipient stage.

2. Definitions II2.3. Education

Process of imparting knowledge or skill through systematic instruction.

2.4. Training The process of making proficient through instruction &

hands on practice in the operation of equipment that is to be used in the performance of assigned duties.

2.5. Fire Brigade A designated, trained organization assigned to

perform fire suppression duties in industry.

3. Emergency Response Strategies

3.1. Part of a company’s emergency plan must include a provision for fire response in addition to the responses to other natural

and man made disasters.

3.2. OSHA standards require the development of “Employee

Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention Plans”

3. Emergency Response Strategies 3.3. Options for responding to a fire

3.4. Strategies for Incipient Stage Fires

3.4.1. Employer designates specific employees or all employees to use portable fire extinguishers only during incipient stage fires.

3.4.2. Training of employees

4. Planning a Response Strategy

4.1. Planning a response strategy requires a number of decisions which will ultimately be made by line management.

4.1.1. Analysis of Risk - Pre-Incident Survey (NFPA 1620)

4.1.2. Emergency Support from the Municipality

4.1.3. Cost and Time Commitment

5. Model Disaster & Emergency Action Plans

5.1. OSHA 29CFR 1910.38 Emergency Action Plan

Procedures for reporting emergency Procedures for emergency evacuation and exit route

assignments Procedures for those who remain to operate critical

operations prior to evacuation (gas shutoff) Procedures for head count Procedures for those performing rescue and medical

duties

5. Model Disaster & Emergency Action Plans

5.1. OSHA 29CFR 1910.38 Emergency Action Plan

Alarm system with distinctive signal

Contact names for information on the plan

Training of employees

Review of emergency action plans

5. Model Disaster & Emergency Action Plans

5.2. NFPA 1600 Disaster/Emergency Response Plan

Policy that defines a mission, scope and responsibility, authority and accountability

Program goals and objectives

Program plan and procedures

5. Model Disaster & Emergency Action Plans

5.2. NFPA 1600 Disaster/Emergency Response Plan

Applicable authorities, regulations, and best practices

Program budget, project schedule and evaluation

5. Model Disaster & Emergency Action Plans

5.3. Integrated Contingency Plan

5.3.1. Developed by the National Response Team

5.3.2. Focus is response to hazardous materials

5.3.3. Consolidate emergency response plans from various federal agencies into one plan

(ICP)

5. Model Disaster & Emergency Action Plans

5.3. Integrated Contingency Plan

5.3.4. Format for plan is based on the National Incident Management Systems (NIMS)

5. Model Disaster & Emergency Action Plans

5.3. Integrated Contingency Plan

5.3.5. Format for plan is organized into three main sections:

Introductory section that includes purpose and scope of plan and general facility identification information.

5. Model Disaster & Emergency Action Plans

5.3. Integrated Contingency Plan

5.3.5. Format for plan is organized into three main sections:

Section II Core Plan Elements – provides the essential steps to initiate, conduct, and terminate an emergency response action, recognition, notification and initial response, including assessment, mobilization and implementation.

5. Model Disaster & Emergency Action Plans

5.3. Integrated Contingency Plan

5.3.5. Format for plan is organized into three main sections:

Section III – Annexes - designed to provide key supporting information for conducting an emergency response under the core plan as well as document compliance with regulations.

6. Fire Investigations

6.1 Why Investigate Fires?

6.2. Scope of Fire Investigations

6.2.1. Fire ignition sequence

6.2.2. Fire development

6.2.3. Fire casualties

6.3. Conducting the Investigation

6.3.1. Review exterior of structure

6.3.2. Review interior of structure

6.3.3. Reconstruct

6.3.4. Study burn patterns

6.3.5. Identify all potential heat sources

6.3.6. Interview witnesses and fire fighters

6.3 Conducting the Investigation II

6.3.7. Conduct laboratory tests on materials

6.3.8. Collect other records

6.3.9. Analyze all data and information presented

6.3.10. Develop and implement appropriate recommendations

6.3.11. Follow-up on recommendations

End of Fire Program Management

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