In the last blog of mine, we have seen the importance of evacuation and its process when there is a fire.
In this blog, let us discuss how to prevent Fire in the places where we live and work.
Fire has been an integral part of human life since time immemorial. It is even being worshiped in many places and has its own special place in many a Mythology. In today’s modern world, it is utilized for many things ranging from the food we cook, to power rockets into outer space. We just cannot imagine life without a fire.
‘FIRE IS A WONDERFUL SERVANT BUT A BAD MASTER, when used properly it lights up life, but creates havoc and destruction when out of control.’ Hence the trick is to prevent fire and if one knows it can prevent fire accidents.
To do this understanding of Fire chemistry is a must. Fire is a chemical reaction called combustion that takes place between Fuel and Heat supported by Oxygen. A Fuel is defined as any material which can burn. A fuel can be Solid, Liquid, or Gas which are nothing but the three states of matter. For a fire to be ignited we require oxygen of 16%, which is abundantly available. A very interesting fact here is Oxygen does not burn by itself unlike some gases but without it, fire cannot happen. But the major part is played by heat without which nothing can burn. There are many sources of heat around us like Sparks and Arcs, Chemical Reactions, Gas Compression, Open Flames, hot surfaces, Static Electricity and last but not the least The Sun itself. When the heat is increased and there is fuel nearby, a fire is bound to happen. A fourth element called Chain Reaction is also there but it is too technical to explain in a short blog.
So, now the question is:
How do we do fire prevention ?
Fire prevention can be done by
1. Not overloading Electrical Sockets.
2. Not keeping flammable material near sources of heat.
3. Using good quality Electrical wires and Switches.
4. Periodical Maintenance of electrical appliances.
5. Not overloading equipments beyond rated capacities.
6. Not charging mobiles and laptops in beds and pillows.
7. Not smoking in Beds.
8. Not leaving electrical irons and heaters unattended.
9. Not leaving the kitchen unattended while cooking.
10. Not giving matches or Lighters to Children.
One of the major threats of Fire in India is the use of LPG cylinders for cooking, about which I will be covering in my next blog. Meanwhile let us think on the points of fire prevention and the ways to implement them. One of the good practices adopted by industries and factories is a concept called 5S which is a Japanese form of Housekeeping to prevent fires. However the best line on Fire Prevention is A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING AND EVERYTHING IN PLACE.
We shall discuss a lot more in my upcoming blogs. Till then, think safe and be safe.
V.SESHADRI.
Sr. Corporate Trainer.
Usha Fire Safety Equipments Pvt Ltd.
Chennai.
Mobile number 9840814353
A very informative blog!!
Well laid out. Very simple and effective blog. Something that we all take for granted in our daily lives. 5S principle if followed correctly with a sense of discipline like the Japanese can make a significant impact in Fire prevention.
Best wishes Shesha!
Excellent blog .Every one of the materials covered so far in these blogs have been very informative.Yeoman service to the community by the author.
Excellent seshugaru easy to understand.keep going
Sir, nice, pl post BLS and AED also
Great, just read it. This is informative for people, on how they can keep their homes fire proof. E.g. Lots of ppl might not know they need to maintain their equipment.
Prevention is better than cure goes old saying. So, aptly said that preventing fire is better than fighting fire. Very well concluded by explaining how to do it !!!
Keep these coming, Sesha. You are doing yeoman service with these blogs.. Just “Bash On”
Communicated in an effective and simple way sir…
The ways and means of preventing a fire has been clearly said. Good write-up. Sir.
This part of your write up had another set of good essentials to be carried out to prevent a fire. A must read for all group masses.
Kudos👍👍👍
Excellent blog and very well explained in simple terms of what care is to be taken to avoid fire mishaps.
Very informative on many simple things which we tend to do unintentionally that should be prevented at our homes and workplace.
Keep writing and help many of us gain the info on your field of expertise.
As usual very informative
Your experience is paying in making this blogs
Many a times friction too would suffice to start a fire. In certain fields of technology, a tool dropped onto certain surfaces is enough to ignite. Request you to do a session on various classes of industrial areas, where fire protection is very vital – oil, refineries, Petrochemical etc.
Thanks for the feed back. Inspires me to write more.
Very Informative and technical topic explained in simple and understandable language … great job Sir.
Very informative Sesha ! Appreciate you for sharing decades of experience to the world.
A printable PDF of checklist will be useful for these checklists to stick around homes.
Nicely summed up. The pointers are very good
Good One Sir 👌👌👌, Keep writing more.
Basics made very clear. Very good and crisp.
Well Scribed, these days of education has completely lost its quality in inculcating basic safety needs in terms of handling emergencies. Out of all panchabootha’s, the most powerful constructive & Destructive element in the universe is Fire. As well pointed by you, these days people have lost control over technology and conventional practice of safety methods. I firmly believe this article would give them a light on their darkened areas.
Very useful information ! Thank you for sharing it with us. The great teacher in you is always admired! God bless you !
Extremely methodical and organized point by point blog on fire safety.
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I mean, I don’t wish to tell you how to run your
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