Causes Of Fire In The Work Environment

Fire can happen anywhere and anytime. Of course, this must be avoided because it has a fatal impact. A fire will occur if there are 3 main elements cause a fire which is, commonly called a fire triangle. The three elements that cause the fire are:

For examples at work, fires can occur due to various factors and human negligence. Of course, we need to be aware of this by providing training to employees in matters of work safety, and briefing on handling potential fire hazards It is important to know prevention efforts so that they can anticipate and face the potential danger of fire. Here are some things that can trigger fire at work:

1. Material or Trash

Material or rubbish such as piles of paper, cardboard, and other combustible materials if disposed of irregularly can increase the potential for fire. Moreover, there is a source of flame that will quickly burn the material. You should not store flammable materials at work or keep flammable materials away from sources of ignition.

2. Liquids and Gases

Liquids and gases are a threat in some workplaces such as industries that produce ethylene, oil, etc. Also, the kitchen or office pantry usually stores flammable liquids and gas. If these materials are connected with heat, then not only fire but also an explosion will occur. Therefore, to reduce the risk of fire, always ensure that flammable liquids are stored and sealed and always cleaned if there are spills.

3. Electrical Equipment

In general, electrical equipment is often a trigger for fire. Electrical equipment and heat engines have the potential to burn more easily and quickly if you do not unplug the equipment used. For this reason, do the monitor regularly at your workplace for signs of loose and chipped cable, spark plugs damaged or damaged equipment that can trigger an electrical short circuit. Make sure this inspection is carried out by experts in their fields.

4. Overload Socket

Overloaded sockets are caused by our habit of connecting too many electronic devices that are attached to one socket. Resulting in overheating and potentially experiencing a fire. Therefore, try not to use equipment more than 13 amperes for 3000 watts in one socket.

5. Cigarettes

Cigarettes also trigger fires when cigarette butts are still burning but are discarded carelessly. Then this lighted butts ignites the material that is easy to burn. Not a few fires that occurred in the work environment due to this cigarette butt. Therefore, always maintain order not to smoke in the work area to minimize fires.

6. Human Negligence or Error

Negligence or human error such as misuse of equipment, accidents, leaving the stove or heating machine unattended, as well as cigarettes, are thrown away. Negligence can be minimized by using fire safety equipment in the work environment and providing appropriate training regarding fire handling actions when there is a fire.

Some of the fire triggers above can be prevented by understanding safety measures before, during and after a fire occurs at the workplace. In addition to providing training on the steps to take in dealing with fires, you must also provide fire safety equipment in the office or detection devices such as WapTech Smoke Detector and WapTech Gas Detector so that before a major fire occurs, you or your employees can take action to stop fire potential.

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source: Pemicu Terjadinya Kebakaran di Tempat Kerja, Faktor Penyebab Kebakaran