NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management - FC1 E3
Element 3: Causes and prevention of fires and explosions
1. Common fire hazards in the work place
1. Waste
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The build-up of waste can provide the fuel fire needs especially when exposed to sources of ignition.
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Dispose of all waste regularly in a place fire away from the premised being managed.
2. Flammable Liquids
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Flammable liquids should be stored correctly in line with their safety data sheets out of the way from sources of heat and ignition.
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Any spills of these liquids should be cleaned up straight away.
3. Smoking
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Smoking in undesignated areas can be a fire risk when cigarettes are disposed of properly and come into contact with combustible waste or materials.
4. Overloading power sockets
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The overloading of plug sockets to charge or power electronic items can cause ignition and lead to a fire.
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Look out for overheating, poor cabling and too many appliances plugged in at once.
5. Dust build-up
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The presence of dust in the workplace can cause a fire hazard where adequate ventilation is not present.
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Regular cleaning should take place to ensure dust from woodwork, flours, powders or other fine particles are disposed of.
