Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for fires
- Assess fire potential
- Monitor weather conditions and inspect reports for changing conditions including storms and high winds.
- Monitor equipment conditions for overheating and electrical sparking.
- Check hazardous and flammable substances to assess the potential for spillage and combustion.
- Report potential of fire to appropriate personnel.
- Prevent fires
- Control fire risks and hazards in line with designated responsibilities and workplace procedures.
- Handle hazardous or flammable substances in line with WHS and environmental management regulations.
- Recognise signs of fire potential and raise alarm.
- Record and report fire potential and prevention activity.