11 - Fire Prevention Pre Con Letter Signed.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

HEADQUARTERS 96TH TEST WING (AFMC)

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE FLORIDA

12 March 2024

MEMORANDUM FOR ALL CIVILIAN CONTRACTORS

FROM: 96 CES/CEFP

SUBJECT: Fire Prevention Procedures

1. The goal of Fire Prevention Flight is to provide a safe and fire-free work environment while protecting craftsmen, assets of the Air Force and you. Construction work is often accomplished in or adjacent to critical locations where loss of materials or facilities would reduce the mission of the Air Force.

2. The following fire reporting and fire prevention practices are for your general guidance.

Guidelines on specific operations or problems can be obtained by contacting our office at 882- 3229 ext. 5.

a. Dial 911 to report all fire and medical emergencies. If you are using a cellular phone be sure to tell the dispatcher that you are on Eglin AFB so the call can be routed here. Give the dispatcher the following information

(1) Building number

(2) Location of fire

(3) What is burning

(4) Any injured or trapped personnel

(5) Your name and a call back number

b. Fire extinguishers suitable for the hazard shall be present at all operations.

Extinguishers shall be located to have a maximum travel distance of 30 feet. Contact the Fire Prevention office at 882-3229 ext. 5 for types and number required on each project. At no time will there be less than one extinguisher on a given project. Water or multipurpose dry chemical extinguishers will be provided by the contractor for extinguishing wood, paper, clothing and other combustible (Class A) fires. Dry chemical extinguishers will be used for extinguishing flammable liquid (Class B) and electrical (Class C) fires. All extinguishers will be kept free and clear of materials that may cause delay in their immediate use.

c. Smoking on the flightline is prohibited. Smoking is not permitted within 100 feet of any aircraft, aircraft refueling unit, or oxygen cart at any time regardless of designated smoking areas. Smoking is prohibited in all Air Force buildings. Metal receptacles must be provided for the disposal of smoking materials in all designated smoking areas.

d. A Hot Work Permit is required for all jobs involving burning, welding, or any spark producing operation that is capable of initiating fires or explosions. Notify the Fire Department Communications Center at 882-5856 at least 24 hours prior to all welding, cutting, sparking, and burning operations so required inspections can be completed and a permit issued for a maximum of 24-hrs. You will be informed if an after-action inspection is required at the time of the permit issue. Prime contractors, foreperson, safety officer and/or site supervisor can become a Permit Authorizing Individual (PAI) by attending the PAI certification course held on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 0800 building 698. Completing this course will allow the PAI to inspect and issue hot work permits on the job site In Accordance With NFPA 51B and established base guidelines. Note: Subcontractors and welders themselves cannot attend the PAI class.

e. .The use of torches, flares and flare pots is prohibited on flightline, aircraft parking ramp and petroleum storage areas.

f. Combustible waste materials will be placed in dumpsters or covered metal receptacles located at least 25 feet from any building or structure. Burning of trash or waste materials on Eglin Air Force Base is prohibited. Refuse shall not be allowed to accumulate and must be removed from the site as required.

g. The use of Class I or Class II flammable liquids for cleaning is prohibited. Flammable liquids will be stored in self-closing metal containers at designated locations. Static grounds must be provided whenever flammable liquids are dispensed and “No Smoking” signs will be posted.

h. The use of fire hydrants by contractor personnel is prohibited unless approval has been obtained from the Fire Prevention office. Fire hydrants will not be blocked at any time.

i. Notify Fire Department Communications Center by dialing 882-5856 prior to:

(1) Shutting down any water mains, fire hydrants, fire alarm systems, or rendering any fire suppression systems inoperative.

(2) Any planned outage of fire alarm systems or any interruption of electrical power in facilities with installed fire alarm systems.

(3) An event that will close, block or restrict access to streets from use due to construction.

j. Painting contractors must ensure that sprinkler heads, smoke detectors and heat detectors are not painted. Painted sprinkler heads or detection devices must be replaced by the contractor at their expense.

k. Contractors must cover smoke detectors and coordinate fire alarm system isolation with alarm shop personnel at 882-5880 during any work causing excessive dust or debris.

CHARLES A. BUTCHER, GS-12, DAF

Assistant Chief of Fire Prevention