Figueroa at Wilshire

Fire Prevention

The following recommendations are made to assist you in disseminating a fire prevention program to your employees:

• Never leave electrical appliances unattended
• Never use immersion-type heating devices
• Avoid electrical overloading and multiple plugs
• Do not use undersized or lightweight extension cords
• Never empty ashtrays or throw matches, cigarettes, cigars or pipe ashes into wastebaskets
• Report failure of any electrical outlets or lights to the Management Office
• Flammable liquids should be stored in a safe area away from heat sources
• Keep paper at least six to eight feet away from operating machinery
• Know the location and type of fire extinguishers in your premises
• Keep fire extinguishers in high hazard areas such as photocopy rooms and employee lounges
• Know the usable time limit of the fire extinguishers available to you
• Know relevant exit locations
• Practice good housekeeping near your desk, in storage areas, in mechanical rooms and in the area of exit doors and hallways