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Portable Fire Extinguisher Techniques on Oil and Gas Sites

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Summary

Price
£12 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Course format
Video
Duration
4 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
365 days
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certification of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

This comprehensive online course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to safely and effectively use portable fire extinguishers on oil and gas sites. Through a combination of video lectures, demonstrations, interactive quizzes, and hands-on exercises, participants will gain a deep understanding of fire safety principles and learn how to respond confidently in emergency situations.

Certificates

Certification of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Description

**Module 1: Introduction to Fire Safety in the Oil and Gas Industry**

- Understanding the importance of fire safety in the industry

- Regulations and standards

- Common fire hazards on oil and gas sites

**Module 2: Fire Chemistry and Behavior**

- Basics of fire: the fire triangle and tetrahedron

- How fires spread and develop

- Hazardous materials and fire

**Module 3: Types of Fire Extinguishers**

- Overview of fire extinguisher classifications

- Selection and placement of fire extinguishers

- Proper maintenance and inspection

**Module 4: Fire Extinguishing Agents**

- Different types of extinguishing agents

- Effectiveness of each agent against specific types of fires

- Handling and storage of extinguishing agents

**Module 5: Practical Fire Extinguisher Techniques**

- Hands-on demonstrations of using various portable fire extinguishers

- Proper techniques for different fire types (e.g., Class A, B, C, D, and K)

- Firefighting safety procedures

**Module 6: Emergency Response and Evacuation**

- Developing an emergency response plan

- Evacuation procedures and assembly points

- Communication during emergencies

**Module 7: Fire Safety Assessments and Prevention**

- Conducting fire risk assessments

- Preventive measures and best practices

- Continuous improvement in fire safety

Who is this course for?

  1. **Fire Safety Technician Trainee:**

- Entry-level position focused on learning the basics of fire safety and prevention.

- Responsible for assisting with fire equipment inspections and safety drills.

  1. **Fire Safety Technician:**

- After gaining experience, technicians can become responsible for conducting fire risk assessments and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

  1. **Fire Safety Specialist:**

- Specialists have in-depth knowledge of fire safety and are responsible for developing and implementing fire safety programs on oil and gas sites.

  1. **Safety Supervisor or Manager:**

- With further experience and additional training, individuals can advance to supervisory or managerial roles, overseeing safety programs and teams on larger sites.

  1. **Safety Consultant or Trainer:**

- Experienced professionals can branch out into consulting or training roles, where they provide expertise and deliver training programs like the one you've created to other professionals in the industry.

  1. **Fire Safety Engineer:**

- For those with a strong engineering background, pursuing a career as a fire safety engineer is another option, focusing on designing fire safety systems for oil and gas facilities.

  1. **Emergency Response Team Leader:**

- With extensive experience, individuals can become leaders of emergency response teams, coordinating efforts in the event of fires and other emergencies.

Requirements

No prior knowledge or experience required

Career path

- Video lectures and demonstrations

- Interactive quizzes and assignments

- Downloadable resources (PDFs, checklists, reference materials)

- Hands-on exercises and simulations (if possible)

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