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14. Ensure that required hot work permits are obtained. <br />15. Turn off electrical equipment when not in use. <br />B. Maintenance <br />Foreman will ensure that equipment is maintained according to manufacturers' <br />specifications. EGI will also comply with requirements of the National Fire Protection <br />Association (NFPA) codes for specific equipment. Only properly trained individuals shall <br />perform maintenance work. <br />The following equipment is subject to the maintenance, inspection, and testing <br />procedures: <br />1. equipment installed to detect fuel leaks, control heating, and control <br />pressurized systems; <br />2. portable fire extinguishers, automatic sprinkler systems, and fixed <br />extinguishing systems; <br />3. detection systems for smoke, heat, or flame; <br />4. fire alarm systems; and <br />5. emergency backup systems and the equipment they support. <br />V. TYPES OF HAZARDS <br />The following sections address the major workplace fire hazards at EGI facilities and the <br />procedures for controlling the hazards. <br />A. Electrical Fire Hazards <br />Electrical system failures and the misuse of electrical equipment are leading causes of <br />workplace fires. Fires can result from loose ground connections, wiring with frayed <br />insulation, or overloaded fuses, circuits, motors, or outlets. <br />To prevent electrical fires, employees shall: <br />1. Make sure that worn wires are replac6d. <br />2. Use only appropriately rated fuses. <br />3. Never use extension cords as substitutes for wiring improvements. <br />4. Use only approved extension cords [i.e., those with the Underwriters <br />Laboratory (UL) or Factory Mutual (FM) label]. <br />5. Check wiring in hazardous locations where the risk of fire is especially high. <br />6. Check electrical equipment to ensure that it is either properly grounded or <br />double insulated. <br />7. Ensure adequate spacing while performing maintenance. <br />B. Portable Heaters <br />