Responsibilities - Employers

Many people are involved in complying with OSHA's standards for the safe use of portable fire extinguishers.

Employers

Employers are responsible for training and protecting employees through processes, such as:

• Determining the presence of hazards in the workplace
• Identifying jobs most at risk for coming into contact with hazards
• Knowing first aid procedures that are appropriate for smoke inhalation and burn care
• Identifying the hazards to which the employee may be exposed
• Providing personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Offering adequate training

Employers are responsible for ensuring employees are properly trained to handle the responsibilities associated with the fire protection standard and the safe exit from the workplace in case the fire grows beyond the incipient stage. Preventative training helps an employee understand how to stop an incident from occurring, such as knowing how and when to use a portable fire extinguisher.

To learn more about Fire Extinguishers visit our Portable Fire Extinguishers Online Training web page.