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Portable fire extinguishers for Class D hazards are required in those combustible metal working areas where combustible metal powders, flakes, shavings, or similarly sized products are generated at least once every two weeks.
A fire extinguisher, rated not less than 10B, shall be provided within 50 feet of wherever more than 5 gallons of flammable or combustible liquids or 5 pounds of flammable gas are being used on the jobsite. This requirement does not apply to the integral fuel tanks of motor vehicles.
OSHA Fire Extinguisher Signage Requirements. Under the OSHA requirements, employers must “locate” and “identify” fire extinguishers to make them easily accessible to employees.
OSHA's Fire Extinguisher Requirements. The requirements of this section apply to the placement, use, maintenance, and testing of portable fire extinguishers provided for the use of employees.
Portable fire extinguishers for Class D hazards are required in those combustible metal working areas where combustible metal powders, flakes, shavings, or similarly sized products are generated at least once every two weeks.
Class A fire extinguishers should be used to put out fires involving ordinary combustible materials such as cardboard, paper, wood, dried vegetation; basically anything that leaves an ash after it has burned.
Fire extinguisher inspections are legally required to keep them ready for use if needed and ensure they can effectively extinguish fires. Remember, those fire extinguishers are your first line of defense against fire emergencies.
To ensure compliance with the OSHA requirement for handheld or portable fire extinguishers, employers should: Conduct a thorough hazard assessment of the workplace. Select and provide the appropriate type and number of units. Ensure proper placement and mounting of all equipment.
Portable fire extinguishers for Class D hazards are required in those combustible metal working areas where combustible metal powders, flakes, shavings, or similarly sized products are generated at least once every two weeks.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration prohibits employees from using a portable fire extinguisher unless they've been trained to recognize when and how to use it.