F I R E S A F E T Y TRAINING PROGRAMME OPERATION CEASEFIRE

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1 OPERATION CEASEFIRE F I R E S A F E T Y TRAINING PROGRAMME OPERATION CEASEFIRE

2 Operation Ceasefire

3 The Operation Ceasefire Fire Safety Training Programme Your Best Weapon Against Fire: Your Mind Lack of training is your biggest fire risk Of the many thousands of offices, shops and factories that are gutted by fire every year, more than half probably have fire extinguishers installed. The reason for this rather shocking statistic is that even the most advanced fire fighting equipment is greatly hampered when the user is untrained. Which is why it is legally mandatory in countries like the US and UK for commercial establishments to conduct regular fire safety training programmes for their employees. Learn about the enemy before you are forced to fight it There are clear, pre-defined procedures for activating and operating different types of fire extinguishers. In order to effectively fight a fire, types of fire, the different types of extinguishers and the procedures for activation and usage of each of these extinguishers. Yet, surprisingly, many people attempt to learn how to use a fire extinguisher, when they are actually face to face with a real fire. There s more to fire safety than just fighting a fire Fire fighting is just one aspect of fire safety. An understanding of how fire operates, basic fire prevention practices and the importance of smoke detection systems can work towards ensuring that you never actually have to face a fire, leave alone fighting it. And, as every trained fire fighter will testify, the most critical aspect of training for a fire situation is the evacuation plan: ensuring that everyone on the premises knows what to do in an emergency. an individual needs to be familiar with the different

4 The Operation Ceasefire Fire Safety Training Programme An authoritative training programme The Operation Ceasefire Fire Safety Training Programme covers all the possible lines of defense against the threat of fire. The programme comprises seven key fire safety training segments and is based on material gathered from several prominent industry experts and our own research over decades. Intensive sessions every quarter Conducted by internationally trained educators, using the latest multimedia tools, the programme is administered over four quarterly training sessions, in the convenience of your own office or factory. It is important to space out the sessions as it allows trainers to consistently raise the participants consciousness bar on fire and fire safety, and ensure that they do not forget what they have learnt in the previous sessions. The characteristics of fire How fires grow and spread The different types of fire How each type of fire is controlled and extinguished The characteristics of an ideal fire extinguisher Understanding Fire Rating Points Session One: Fire Fighting Fighting a fire is no easy task. It requires a thorough understanding of the different types of fire, the different types of fire extinguishers and the activation and usage methodology of each extinguisher. This session is a comprehensive preparation for fire fighting. It covers: The different types of fire extinguishers Understanding the properties of different fire SESSION ONE Understanding Fire Fire Fighting SESSION TWO Smoke and Smoke Detection Systems Fire Prevention Practices SESSION THREE Evacuation First Aid SESSION FOUR The Fire Drill fighting agents The activation and usage mechanisms for different types of extinguishers Session Two: Fire prevention practices Most fires can be prevented by following simple and basic fire prevention practices. This session Session One: Understanding Fire The starting point for fire safety training is a thorough and practical understanding of fire. covers: Fire prevention practices for offices Fire prevention practices for factories This session covers:

5 The Operation Ceasefire Fire Safety Training Programme Fire prevention practices for showrooms Fire prevention practices for homes Session Two: Smoke and Smoke Detection Systems It is a commonly known fact that in the case of most fires, more people succumb to smoke inhalation than to the actual fire. Smoke is a deadly enemy and it is critical to understand it. This session covers: The characteristics of smoke The importance of smoke detection The different types of smoke detectors and how they work Session Three: Evacuation The most important aspect of fire safety training is putting together a practical Evacuation Plan so that everyone on the premises knows exactly what to do in an emergency and is capable of getting out safely. This session covers: The key elements of an Evacuation Plan Understanding the roles and responsibilities of the members of the Fire Safety Team Understanding the role of the individual in the face of a fire emergency Appointment of the Fire Safety Team Session Three: First Aid The aim of first aid is to provide initial, immediate measures to treat a victim and ease his or her discomfort until professional medical staff take over. This session covers: First aid treatment for different types of burns First aid for smoke inhalation What to do when a colleague goes into shock or has a heart attack Training employees to administer CPR or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Session Four: The Fire Drill This session involves practical application of everything employees have trained for in the previous sessions. A real Fire Drill is conducted at the premises The Evacuation and Fire Fighting Plan is put into action Our trainers then complete an analysis of the entire Fire Drill and use the feedback to help improve response times and ensure that in the event of a real emergency, the employees are better prepared. Keeping the training alive To build interactivity and genuine employee interest and participation, a Fire Marshal is appointed from amongst the employees, to spearhead regular fire safety activities. The Fire Marshal is given password access to an interactive website, where he or she can download regular training modules, safety tips and other fire related information. The Operation Ceasefire Fire Safety Training Programme is designed to be interactive, informative and involving. Its scope is wide and its methodology precise. It is, without a doubt, the most comprehensive fire safety programme in the country today.

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