School ESH Inspection

Safety in Schools 2011

Is a chemical reaction known as combustion.

Rapid oxidation of combustible materials accompanied by the release of energy in the form of heat, light, and flame.

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or oxidizing agent is a nonflammable gas that is a basic requirement for life. Atmosphere contains 21 % O2. For fire to occur, there must be at least 16% O2. Some fuel as low as 4 % O2 is needed to support combustion.

is the energy necessary to increase the temperature of a fuel to a point where sufficient vapors are given off, with this ignition willoccur.

or reducing agent which can be solid, liquid, or gas (vapor) form. Except in gas form,the fuel must generally undergo changes to become a vapor before combustion can take place.

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Fire Safety & Prevention

PREVENTIVE MEASURES1. Identify and report fire hazards and unsafe work

practices.2. Unplug all electrical equipment when not in operation,

unless necessary.3. Maintain office sanitation and proper housekeeping4. Familiarize and keep emergency exits marked, lighted

and free from any obstruction.5. Familiarize location of fire alarm, fire extinguishers and

other fire fighting equipment.6. Enforce “No Smoking” policy and report violators.7. Welding work should have work permit and fire

extinguishers at hand for the duration.

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• Voltage – a measure of electrical force• Current – the movement of electrical

charge• Resistance – opposition to current

flow• Conductors – substances, such as

metals, that have little resistance to electricity

• Insulators – substances, such as wood, rubber, glass, and bakelite, that have high resistance to electricity

• Grounding – a conductive connection to the earth which acts as a protective measure

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2. Electrical Services

a. Electrical wiring in new construction shall be installed in accordance with the provision of the Philippine Electrical Code.b. Receptacles and outlets services by extension cord type wiring are prohibited. Electrical appliances shall be grounded.c. Special protective receptacle covers shall be installed in all areas occupied by children in centers for children under five (5) years of age.

AS INDICATED BY REPUBLIC ACT 9514 (FIRE CODE OF THE PHILIPPINES OF 2008)DIVISION 9. EDUCATIONAL OCCUPANCIES

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Electrical Safety & Prevention

• Do plug power equipment into wall receptacles with power switches in the Off position.

• Do unplug electrical equipment by grasping the plug and pulling. Do not pull or jerk the cord to unplug the equipment.

• Do not drape power cords over hot pipes, radiators or sharp objects.

• Temporary or permanent storage of any materials must not be allowed within 3 feet of any electrical panel or electrical equipment.

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• Do check the receptacle for missing or damaged parts.

• Do not plug equipment into defective receptacles.

• Do check for frayed, cracked, or exposed wiring on equipment cords.

• Employees should know the location of electrical circuit breaker panels that control equipment and lighting in their respective areas. Circuits and equipment disconnects must be identified

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• Do check for defective cords clamps at locations where the power cord enters the equipment or the attachment plug.

Extension cords should not be used in office areas. Generally, extension cords should be limited to use by maintenance personnel

• “Cheater plugs”, extension cords with junction box receptacle ends or other jury-rigged equipment should not be used.

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