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The document discusses fire safety regulations and procedures in the Philippines. It outlines the mandate of the Bureau of Fire Protection to prevent and suppress fires per RA 9514. Key aspects covered include requirements for fire safety inspections, seminars, and drills for establishments of 50+ employees. The purpose of fire drills is to ensure safe evacuation and prevent panic. During an emergency, occupants should proceed calmly to the designated evacuation area and not re-enter the building. Basic fire safety features of buildings include sprinkler systems, fire hoses, detectors, emergency exits, and extinguishers. Fire safety tips encourage identifying and reporting hazards, maintaining clear exits and equipment, and enforcing no smoking policies.

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Safety Assignment

The document discusses fire safety regulations and procedures in the Philippines. It outlines the mandate of the Bureau of Fire Protection to prevent and suppress fires per RA 9514. Key aspects covered include requirements for fire safety inspections, seminars, and drills for establishments of 50+ employees. The purpose of fire drills is to ensure safe evacuation and prevent panic. During an emergency, occupants should proceed calmly to the designated evacuation area and not re-enter the building. Basic fire safety features of buildings include sprinkler systems, fire hoses, detectors, emergency exits, and extinguishers. Fire safety tips encourage identifying and reporting hazards, maintaining clear exits and equipment, and enforcing no smoking policies.

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Basbas, Aeron Bien B,

E4M – BSME

Bureau of Fire Protection


- Through the enactment of the RA 6975,also known as the DILG Act of 1990, the Fire
Service was separated from the PC-INP as a separate and distinct agency as Bureau of
Fire Protection on August 2, 1991.
- BFP is mandated to prevent and suppress destructive fires, conduct investigation,
provide emergency medical and rescue services and enforce the Republic Act 9514.

The Revised Fire Code of the Philippines and its Implementing Rules and Regulations
(R.A. 9514)
• Fire Safety Inspections
• Fire Safety Seminar
• Fire Drills
• Fire Brigade for establishments employing at least 50 persons
Fire – The active principle of burning, characterized by the heat and light of combustion (RA
9514). It is a rapid oxidation process accompanied with the evolution of light and heat of varying
intensities

Fire Drill
- is an exercise or practice that teach the people on how to leave the building safely.

PURPOSE OF FIRE DRILL:


1. Ensure the efficient and safe of exits
2. Help prevent panic
3. Occupants participating in a drill learns to:
a. locate the fire exits of the building
b. leave the building/house in a smooth, safely, orderly and disciplined manner
c. recognize or familiarize the actual sound of the fire alarm system
d. assemble at the designated evacuation area

IN CASE OF FIRE
• Proceed to the designated evacuation area
• Immediately leave the building by means of nearest available exit
• Notify other persons on your way out
• Never go back to the burning building
REMAIN CALM, THINK AND ACT!

During a Fire Emergency, there should be a:


1. Command Post (FM, Tech Staff)
-White Board
-Floor/Key Plan of the building
-Radio
2. First Aid Station
3. Evacuation Area
4. Caution Tape

BASIC FIRE SAFETY FEATURES OF A BUILDING


1. Automatic Fire Suppression System-Sprinkler System
2. Fire Hose Cabinet
3. Fire Detection and Alarm System-Smoke detectors
4. Means of Egress (Emergency Exit)
5. Portable Fire Extinguishers
FIRE SAFETY TIPS
1. Identify and report fire hazards and unsafe work practices.
2. Unplug all electrical equipment when not in operation, unless necessary.
3. Maintain proper housekeeping
4. 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


7. Avoid overloading of electrical circuits by plugging many appliances
8. Do not store large volume of combustible liquids without proper clearance/permit and
fire protection
9. Ensure complete attendance of ALL fire brigade members during Fire Safety Seminars
and Drills
10. Regularly conduct emergency drills (internal)

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