Fire Safety Plan

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SUPERVISORY STAFF

The effectiveness of the Fire Safety Plan depends largely upon the ability, energy and experience of the supervisory staff. The supervisory staff will be given clearly defined authority, so that the building and occupants may be safeguarded against fire. The staff will be instructed in the fire emergency procedures as described in the Fire Safety Plan before they are given any responsibility for fire safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF OWNER

The owner of a building is responsible for preparing a Fire Safety Plan and must ensure that the building and facilities comply with the provisions of the Fire Code.

1. Establishment of emergency procedures to be followed at the time of an emergency.
2. Appointment of designated supervisory staff to carry out fire safety duties.
3. Instruction of supervisory staff and other occupants so that they are aware of their responsibilities for fire safety.
4. Assuring that checks, tests, and inspections as required by the Fire Code are completed on

schedule and that records are retained and maintained.

5. Notification of the Chief Fire Official regarding changes to the Fire Safety Plan.

THE SUPERVISORY STAFF WILL

1. Be in complete charge of the approved Fire Safety Plan and the specific responsibilities of the personnel.
2. Educate and explain all building personnel and occupants in the use of the existing fire safety

equipment and in the actions to be taken under the approved Fire Safety Plan.

3. Survey the building to determine the number of exits (primary and secondary) available for use by

the occupants in the case of evacuation.

5. Ensure that a schematic diagram, showing type, location, and operation of all building fire extinguishers is maintained.
6. Control of fire hazards in the building.
7. Maintenance of building facilities provided for the safety of the occupants.
8. Provisions of alternative measures for safety of occupants during shutdown of fire protection equipment.
9. Ensure that fire drills are carried out annually as required.
10. Primary entrance is at the front of the building and secondary is in the back kitchen.

IN THE EVENT OF FIRE

1. Notify the Fire Department immediately of the emergency condition using 9-1-1.
2. Supervise the evacuation of the occupants.
3. Upon arrival of Firefighters, inform the Fire Officer regarding conditions in the building and coordinate the efforts of supervisory staff with those of the Fire Department.
4. Provide access and vital information to Firefighters, when so informed, provide record of location of persons requiring assistance.
5. Additional examples of Supervisory Staff duties:
6. In the event of any shutdown of fire protection equipment: notify the Fire Department and patrol
7. the hallways once every hour.
8. Participation in fire drills; occupant participation is optional.

TRAINING OF STAFF

Instructing the staff will be the responsibility of the owner or designated supervisory staff. The staff will be instructed on the following annually or upon new hiring:

1. Actions to be taken upon discovery of a fire are to see if with an extinguisher you could put it out or is it un manageable?
2. Keeping exit routes clear is important and should be maintained
3. Procedure for calling the fire department using 9-1-1
4. Know the correct building address.
5. A copy of this fire safety plan will be kept on the wall between the prep table and service area for everyone to access.
6. SEE ‘IN CASE OF FIRE’ FOR ALL DETAILS

FIRE EXTINGUISHMENT – CONTROL OR CONFINEMENT

1. In the event a fire is discovered;
2. Sound verbal alarm!
3. Ensure the building is being evacuated. SEE ‘IN CASE OF FIRE’ FOR ALL DETAILS
4. Ensure the fire department is being notified.
5. If you have been trained in the use of a portable fire extinguisher you can attempt to extinguish the fire.
6. If you are not able to extinguish the fire or the smoke presents a hazard to the operator then the
7. Fire door to the common area should be closed to confine and contain the fire.
8. Evacuate the building.

CONTROL OF FIRE HAZARDS / GENERAL PRACTICES

A high standard of housekeeping and building maintenance is probably the most important single factor in the prevention of fire. Listed below are some specific directions to avoid fire hazards:

1. Do not use the stairwells for storage or accumulation of garbage.
2. Assure proper management of garbage and refuse including packaging and storage materials.
3. Combustible materials shall not be permitted to accumulate in any part of a ventilation shaft, stairways, landings, hallways or other routes to exits.
4. Keep stairwell, smoke and fire doors closed whenever possible and shall be maintained in proper working order.
5. Store and use flammable and combustible liquids and gases in small quantities and only in approved containers and locations. (Combustible materials shall not be used to absorb flammable or combustible liquid spills within buildings.)

Additional examples of ways occupants can avoid fire hazards:

6. Refrain from using unsafe electrical equipment and wiring, (e.g. using extensions cords for permanent wiring).
7. Greasy or oily rags or materials subject to spontaneous heating shall be deposited in a proper safety container or be removed from the premises.
8. Flammable liquids shall not be used for cleaning purposes.
9. Do not dispose of flammable liquids or cloths saturated with combustible liquids into the garbage chutes.
10. Do not use unsafe electrical equipment, frayed extension cords or over-load outlets.
11. Use extreme caution when using candles or other items with open flames.
12. Try to avoid using flammable decorating materials.
13. Avoid careless smoking. Use large, deep ashtrays and never smoke in bed.
14. Do not put burning materials such as cigarettes and ashes into garbage cans.
15. Keep cigarette lighters and matches out of the reach of children.
16. Turn off coffee pots, stove burners, ovens, etc – when not in use.
17. Avoid unsafe cooking practices, (deep frying – too much heat or loosely hanging clothes).
18. Do not use a barbeque inside a building.
19. Keep exit doors and other fire doors closed whenever possible.
20. Do not force cartons, coat hangers, bundles of paper into the garbage chute as they may block the chute.
21. Do not permit combustible waste materials to accumulate in quantities or locations, which will constitute a fire hazard.
22. Promptly remove all combustible waste from all areas where waste is placed for disposal.
23. Not leave articles such as shoes, boots, mats, etc. in the middle of building halls, corridors and stairways.

Examples of when alternative measures would be required:

Interior renovations are producing dust, debris, etc. What can be done to reduce the buildup of debris? To ensure the smoke detector does not accidentally activate due to dust, a temporary cover during construction can be used & removed at the end of the construction day. Is there anything else you can do to ensure adequate detection/protection for your building & occupants?

IN CASE OF FIRE IN THE HEALTHYrabbit

Fire extinguisher locations:           – between kitchen and front service area

                                                            – at the entrance of the building in the front hall

UPON VISUAL DISCOVERY OF FIRE

1. LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY
CLOSE ALL DOORS BEHIND YOU
ESSPESIALLY THE FRONT TWO ENCLOSING THE COMMON AREA
2. NOTIFY STAFF, CUSTOMERS AND ALL OTHER OCCUPANTS VERBALLY
3. EVACUATE USING THE NEAREST EXIT
4. CALL THE BRANTFORD FIRE DEPARTMENT 9-1-1 GIVE BUILDING ADDRESS:

UPON VERBAL ALARM – DISCOVERY OF FIRE

1. LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY
CLOSE ALL DOORS BEHIND YOU
ESSPESIALLY THE FRONT TWO ENCLOSING THE COMMON AREA
2. NOTIFY STAFF, CUSTOMERS AND ALL OTHER OCCUPANTS VERBALLY
3. EVACUATE USING THE NEAREST EXIT
4. CALL THE BRANTFORD FIRE DEPARTMENT 9-1-1 GIVE BUILDING ADDRESS:

105 BRANT AVE BRANTFORD ONTARIO N3T5L9 ACROSS FROM BCI HIGH SCHOOL

LEAVE THE BUILDING VIA THE NEAREST FIRE EXIT CLOSE ALL DOORS BEHIND YOU
AND MEET ACROSS THE ROAD AT THE RED MAIL BOX.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATION OF A FIRE EXTINGUISHER

1. Hold upright and pull pin
2. Start back 8 feet
3. Squeeze lever
4. Sweep side to side motion

DO A HEAD COUNT & ASK TO SEE IF ANYONE IS MISSING

CALL THE OWNER Justin Hensen AND LEAVE A MESSAGE: 5198022124

CALL THE FAMILY OF THE OWNER Mr. & Mrs Hensen: 5197569978

CALL THE FAMILY OF THE OWNER Mr. & Mrs Hensen : 2262087811

CALL THE OWNER Justin Hensen AND LEAVE A MESSAGE: 5198047160

FIRE DRILLS

The purpose of a fire drill is to ensure that the occupants and staff are totally familiar with emergency evacuation procedures, resulting in orderly evacuation with efficient use of exit facilities, as required by the Ontario Fire Code.

Fire drills must be conducted annually. In some buildings they must be conducted more often, a daycare for example must have fire drills conducted on a monthly basis. While occupant participation is highly recommended, it is not necessarily mandatory. However, when providing notification of the fire drill it is beneficial to recommend occupants review their own fire safety instructions, etc. and provide them with updates & fire safety educational literature.

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE FOR FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

The Ontario Fire Code sets out specific requirements for checking, inspecting and testing of fire safety and protection equipment in existing buildings. To assist you in fulfilling your obligations the Brantford Fire Department has developed the attached checklists. These checklists include a list of Ontario Fire Code required checks, inspections and/or tests to be made of fire protection equipment and can be included in your fire safety plan.

Please note that these attached checklists have been prepared for purposes of convenience only – resubmission of the original document will not be accepted. The Fire Code and other documents referenced in the Fire Code must be consulted for a complete and accurate explanation.

The Fire Code also contains specific requirements for the keeping of records of routine maintenance. Log books must be kept and may be created by the owner in a format useful to the owner. Special log books are not required, but are available for this purpose, please consult the yellow pages for Fire Protection Suppliers.

The Ontario Fire Code requires that records of all tests and corrective measures be retained for a period of two years after they are made. During routine inspections Fire Prevention Officers may request records to ensure that the necessary checks, inspections and/or tests are being done and records are in order.

Safety tips

• If smoke is heavy in the corridor it may be safer to stay in your area – close door and place wet towel at base of door.
• Crouch low to the floor if smoke enters the room.
• Move to the most protected room and partially open the window for air. Close the window if smoke comes in.
• Call the Brantford Fire Department, using 9-1-1, tell the communications operator where you are located. Wait to be rescued – remain calm – no not panic or jump.
• If you encounter smoke in the stairway use alternative exit.

EXCERPTS AND DEFINITIONS FROM THE ONTARIO FIRE CODE

Article 1.1.1.1

Unless otherwise specified the owner is responsible for carrying out the provisions of this code.

Article 1.1.1.2.

Where tests, repairs or alterations are made to fire protection installations, including sprinkler and standpipe systems, a procedure of notification shall be established, and the procedure shall include notifying the fire department and the building occupants where necessary for safety in the event of a fire emergency.

Article 1.1.2.1.

A written record shall be kept of all tests and corrective measures for a period of two years after they are made, and the record shall be made available upon request to the Chief Fire Official.

Check

Means visual observation to ensure the device or system is in place and is not damaged or obstructed.

Inspect

Means physical examination to determine that the device or system will apparently perform in

accordance with its intended function.

Test

Means operation of the device or system to ensure that it will perform in accordance with its intended

operation and function.

Owner

Means any person, firm or corporation controlling the property under consideration.

Chief Fire Official

Means the Municipal Fire Chief or a member of the Fire Department designated by such.

FIRE PROTECTION MEASURES

Please find below brief descriptions of fire protection systems, which may be present in existing buildings:

Portable Fire Extinguishers

Reference should be made to NFPA 10-2002 for exact details.

(in accordance with Subsection 6.2.7. – Inspection, Testing and Maintenance)

Means of Egress and Exit Signs

Emergency Lighting Systems