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19 Fire Prevention, Housekeeping, Hot Work, and First Aid

Safety Manual · 2026 Edition · Rev 2.0 · Effective August 2026 · Owner DF

29 CFR 1926 Subparts C, F; 1926.150–155

19.1 Fire Prevention and Protection

  • Fire extinguishers (minimum 2A) within 100 feet of employees on each floor, and within 50 feet of every 5 gallons of flammable liquids; extinguishers inspected monthly and kept unobstructed

  • Fire extinguishers, sprinklers, hydrants, and fire exits are never blocked by supplies, stock, or parts

  • Flammable liquids only in approved safety cans with self-closing lids and flame arresters — never in open containers; storage away from ignition sources and exits

  • No smoking near flammable storage, fueling, or as posted

  • Hot work (welding, cutting, brazing, grinding with sparks): remove or protect combustibles within 35 feet, provide a fire watch during work and at least 30 minutes after, and use a hot-work permit where required by the site or insurer

  • Temporary heating devices used with clearance, ventilation, and tip-over protection per manufacturer and 1926.154

19.2 Housekeeping

  • Work areas, passageways, and stairs kept clear of debris, cords, and materials; clean as you go — daily at minimum

  • Protruding nails bent or pulled; materials stacked stable and secure; walkways lighted

  • Waste removed regularly; separate containers for hazardous waste where applicable

19.3 First Aid and Medical

29 CFR 1926.50

  • When a clinic or hospital is not reasonably accessible (time/distance) to the site, at least one person on site holds a valid first-aid/CPR certificate

  • Weatherproof first-aid kits on every site, checked weekly and restocked; eyewash provision where corrosives are used

  • First aid is administered only by trained/authorized personnel; never attempt to remove foreign objects from a coworker's eyes or ears — seek medical care

  • Every first-aid episode is documented on the First Aid Treatment Form (Appendix D), including offered-but-refused treatment or transport