Introduction

Millions of people are employed in the United States, and many of those people work outside of the home. Employers have a responsibility to keep their employees safe from hazards, such as fire. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulates portable fire extinguishers to outline guidelines for protecting workers from fire hazards. Protective measures include the placement of portable fire extinguishers in the workplace, as well as regular maintenance for the extinguishers. The OSHA standard provides information about how employers can take protective measures against fire through the use of measures, such as:

• Creating emergency action plans
• Creating fire prevention plans
• Forming a fire brigade
• Implementing the use of portable fire extinguishers
• Providing training for the safe use of portable fire extinguishers

By adhering to OSHA guidelines for the safe use of portable fire extinguishers, employers contribute to a safer work environment.

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