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<br />Figure 8-1.1 Clear brush from all slopes surrounding buildings.
<br />B-1.2 Trim tree limbs and boughs back 10 ft (3.05 m)
<br />from all chimney outlets, outside fireplaces, and in-
<br />cinerators.
<br />B-1.2.1 Where crown fires are possible, thin and prune
<br />trees surrounding the structure to lessen danger of a fire
<br />crowning; in the event of a fire, this will decrease the
<br />amount of heat. Check with the local forester for advice
<br />on desirable species and treatment.
<br />B-1.2.2 Maintain a t.ainimum clearance of 2 ft (0.6 m)
<br />between the electrical service drop wire and tree limbs
<br />and branches.
<br />B-1.3 Keep structures and chimneys free of vines and
<br />other close -growing vegetation that will become dry and
<br />hazardous during periods of drought.
<br />B-1.3.1 Remove moss, leaves and other flammable
<br />material from the roof.
<br />B-2 Rubbish Disposal and Incinerators.
<br />B-2.1 Seek advice of a local fire authority- regarding the
<br />proper removal and disposal of brush and other vegeta-
<br />tion.
<br />B-2.2 Don't permit large amounts of rubbish to ac-
<br />cumulate. Rubbish should be disFased according to local
<br />regulations.
<br />B-2.2.1 Rubbish containing reflective material, i.e.,
<br />glass, broken automobile headlights, etc., should be
<br />shielded from direct sunlight.
<br />B-2.3 Inspect spark arresters on incinerators regularly
<br />to make sure they are I. ,t clogged or burned out.
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<br />Figure S-3 Obtain permit a burn brush and then clear
<br />adequaW area around pile to avoid fire spread.
<br />B-3 Before doing any burning outdoors obtain a permit
<br />if required by local fire authority. Follow the instruciiins
<br />as to clearance, time and necessary tools to have
<br />available. (See NFPA 82, Standard on Incinerators,
<br />Waste and Linen Handling Systems and Equipment,
<br />Chapters 2 and 3.) Air pollution authorities may also re-
<br />quire a permit. Do not burn during windy or dry
<br />weather. Burn brush in small quantities. Large piles,
<br />when ignited, increase chance of fire escape. Have fire
<br />fighting equipment on hand and never leave the fire un-
<br />attended. After the brush is burned, patrol the area con-
<br />stantly until you are certain that the fire is out.
<br />B4 Fundamental Fire Fighting Equipment.
<br />B-4,1 Where water hose outlets are available, have suf-
<br />ficient garden hose or other types of hose to reach any
<br />part of the structure from garden hose outlets and equip
<br />the hose with an adjustable nozzle; 100 ft (30.5 m) of hose
<br />is the desired minimum and should be racked near or
<br />kept connected to at least one outside outlet.
<br />B4.2 Keep a substantial ladder readily accessible. It
<br />should be of sufficient length to reach the roof ridge.
<br />B4.3 Certain tools and equipment are necessary for ex-
<br />tinguishment of fires. Consult your local forestry agent
<br />for the kind most suitable for your locality and keep such
<br />items available for prompt use.
<br />B4.4 Many protection agencies will provide a special
<br />container with emergency fire fighting tools for a remote
<br />community. Check with your local authority to see if this
<br />service is available. Volunteer to provide the necessary
<br />custody for the equipment.
<br />B-5 Portable Fire Extinguishers.
<br />B-5.1 Portable fire extinguishers are good emergency
<br />fire fighting equipment when used properly on the type
<br />and size of fire for which they are designed. Use only
<br />those extinguishers which have passed the tests of na-
<br />tionally recognized laboratories.
<br />(For detailed information on portable fire ex.
<br />tinguishers, we NFPA 10, Portable Fire Extinguishers.)
<br />Questions about size, number, or kinds of extinguishers
<br />should be directed to the local fire chief, fire marshal,
<br />forest fire warden.
<br />B-5.1.1 For fires involving trash, paper, cloth, wood or
<br />other ordinary combustibles, use a pressurized water,
<br />pump tank, loaded stream, or multipurpose ex-
<br />tinguisher.
<br />B-5.1.2 For fires inflammable liqu'..is such as gasoline,
<br />oil, grease, tar and paint, use a carbon dioxide, dry
<br />chemical Halon, loaded stream, or foam extinguisher.
<br />B-5.1.3 For fires in electrical equi ent such as lamps,
<br />motors, fuse panels and switchboards, use a nonconduct-
<br />ing extinguishing agent such as carbon dioxide, Halon,
<br />or dry chemical. Do not use soda acid, foam or whet
<br />water -type extinguishers until the electric power has beers
<br />shut off.
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