The objective of this program is to highlight the major hazard areas associated with the use of hazardous substances and by so doing, increase awareness of the standards for worker responsibility in observing and being active in daily safety procedures.

The safe handling and storage of all chemicals requires a commitment by everyone to follow safe work procedures. The realisation of the risks and an ongoing program to minimise the hazards will reduce accidents and make your workplace a safer workplace.

This program looks at a simple scientific explanation of fire, Identification of common workplace hazards associated with fires and fire behaviour characteristics. The program concludes with identifying oxygen deprivation as the major cause of fire related deaths.

With established firefighting procedures and appropriate, well-maintained, firefighting equipment many fires can be easily controlled. When office fires happen, a knowledge of what to do in your work area can prevent damage and even save lives.