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Fire safety is the set of practices intended to reduce the destruction caused by fire. Fire safety measures include those that are intended to prevent ignition of an uncontrolled fire, and those that are used to limit the development and effects of a fire after it starts. Fire safety measures include those that are planned during the construction of a building or implemented in structures that are already standing, and those that are taught to occupants of the building. Threats to fire safety are referred to as ''fire hazards''. A fire hazard may include a situation that increases the likelihood of a fire or may impede escape in the event a fire occurs. Fire safety is often a component of building safety. Those who inspect buildings for violations of the Fire Code and go into schools to educate children on Fire Safety topics are fire department members known as ''Fire Prevention Officers''. The Chief Fire Prevention Officer or Chief of Fire Prevention will normally train newcomers to the Fire Prevention Division and may also conduct inspections or make presentations. ==Elements of a fire safety policy== *Building a facility in accordance with the version of the local building code *Maintaining a facility and conducting oneself in accordance with the provisions of the fire code. This is based on the occupants and operators of the building being aware of the applicable regulations and advice. Examples of these include: * Not exceeding the maximum occupancy within any part of the building. * Maintaining proper fire exits and proper exit signage (e.g., exit signs pointing to them that can function in a power failure) * Compliance with electrical codes to prevent overheating and ignition from electrical faults or problems such as poor wire insulation or overloading wiring, conductors, or other fixtures with more electric current than they are rated for. * Placing and maintaining the correct type of fire extinguishers in easily accessible places. * Properly storing and using, hazardous materials that may be needed inside the building for storage or operational requirements (such as solvents in spray booths). * Prohibiting flammable materials in certain areas of the facility. * Periodically inspecting buildings for violations, issuing Orders To Comply and, potentially, prosecuting or closing buildings that are not in compliance, until the deficiencies are corrected or condemning it in extreme cases. * Maintaining fire alarm systems for detection and warning of fire. * Obtaining and maintaining a complete inventory of firestops. * Ensuring that spray fireproofing remains undamaged. * Maintaining a high level of training and awareness of occupants and users of the building to avoid obvious mistakes, such as the propping open of fire doors. *Conducting fire drills at regular intervals throughout the year. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Fire safety」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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