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224 12 110MFS AND CAMPS IN FOREST AREAS hlnT Tine THIS lhgtttta 11.1.1 Clear brush from %II slopes , sounding buildings. B-1.2 "brim tree limbs and boughs back 10 ft (3.05 m) from all chimney outlets. outside fireplaces, and in cinerators. 8-1.2.1 Where crown fires are possible thin and prune trees surrounding the structure to lessen danger of a fire crowning; in the event of a fire, this will decrease the amount of heat. Check with tl.e local forester for advice on desirable species and treatment. B-1.2.2 Maintain a minimum clearance of 2 ft (0.6 m) between the electrical service drop wire and tree limbs and branches. B-1.3 Keep structures an,l chimneys free of vines and other clow-growing vegetation that will become dry and hazardc•us during periods of drought. B-1.3.1 Remove mote, leaves and other flammable materiar from the roof. B-2 Rubbish Disposal and Incinerators, B-2.1 Seek advice of a local fire authority regarding the proper removal and disposal of brush and other vegeta- tion. 8-2.2 Don't permit large amounts of rubbish to ac- cumulate Rubbish should be disposed according to local regulations. 5-2.2.1 Rubbish containing reflective material, i.e., Slaw broken autontobile headlights, etc., should be shielded from direct sunlight. 34.3 Inspect spark arresters on incinerators regularly to make sure they at- not clogged or burned out. +ssi;. �"-•'' � , , {"its"i�,7►' 4.��,3i � LlAAEIX'` '• AREA tY��r 4C e.N , CLEARED ks's 3 AREA C , ^s, AMA IAs3tiw Fkpm 64 Obmia Nrr q as bars brush t►.d siae rfisar adrI onsis ariswed piit as avoid few sprao& A-3 Before doing anv burning nutdoors obtain a permit if required by !ocal fire authority. Follow the instructions as to rIcarance, tirne and necessary tools to have available. (See NFPA 82, Standard on Incinerators, Waste and Linen Handling Systems and Equipment, Chapters 2 and 3.) Air pollution authotities may also re- quire a permit. Do not burn during windy or dry weather. Burn brush in small o uantities. Large piles, when ignited, increase chance of fire escape. Have fire fighting equipment on hand and never leave the fire un- attended. After the brush is burned, patrol the area con- ••-ntly until you are certain that the fire is out. h-4 Fundamental Fire Fighting Equipment. B-4.1 Where water hose outlets arc available, have suf fici nt garden hose or other types of hose to reach any part of the structure f i garden hose outlets and equip the hose with an adjust , nozzle; 100 ft (30.5 m) of horse is the desired minitnurn and should be racked near or kept connected to at least one outside outlet. B4.2 Keep a substantial ladder readily accessible. It should be of sufficient length to reach the roof ridge. B-4.3 Certain tools and equipment are necessary for ex. tinguishmew of fires. Consult vour loci) forestry agent for the kind most suitable for .our locality and keep such items available for prompt use. B-4.4 Manv protection agencies will provide a special container with emergency fire fighting tools for a remote community. Check with vour local authority to see if this service is available. Volunteer to provide the necessary custody for the equipment. B-5 Portable Fire Extinguishers. B-S.1 Portable fire extinguishers are good emergency fire fighting equipment when used properly on the type and size of fire for which they are designed. U.se only those extinguishers which have passed the tests of na- tionally recognized laboratories. (For detailed information ors portable fire ex- tinguishers, we NFPA 10, Portable Fire Extinguishers.) Questions about size, number. or kinds of extinguishers should be directed to the local fire chief, lire marshal, or forest fire warden. B-5.1.1 For fires involving trash, paper. cloth, wood or other ordinary combustibles. use a pressurized water, pump tank, loaded stream, or multi porpoise ex- tinguisher. 9-5.1.2 For fires in flammable liquids such as gasoline, oil. grease, tar and paint. use a carbon dioxide, dry chemical Haion, loaded stream. or foam extinguisher. 111-5.1.3 For fires in electrical equipment such as lamps. motor fuse panels and switchboards, use a nonconduct- ing extinguishing agent such as carbon dioxide, Halon, or dry chemical. I:14r not use soda acid, foam or tither water -type extinguishers until the eMctric power has flier shut off.