
Control measure
Select appropriate firefighting media: Flammable vapours
Control measure knowledge
This control measure should be read in conjunction with National Operational Guidance: Fires and firefighting: Select appropriate firefighting media
Unlike most fires, extinguishing an ignited leak of flammable vapours will not necessarily reduce the hazard until the release has been isolated. Where the release is at a steady rate, from a cylinder for example, an ignited flame may pose a lower risk than extinguishing it.
Strategic actions
Tactical actions
Consider the risks of unignited flammable liquids before extinguishing
Implement controls to stop or manage the release
Balance the risks between extinguishing and allowing a controlled burn
TRAINING SPECIFICATION
Knowledge and understanding
Control measure element | Learning outcome |
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Select appropriate firefighting media to extinguish or control fire |
Understand:
Refer to - Select appropriate firefighting media – Fires and firefighting training specification |
Practical application
Control measure element | Learning outcome |
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Select appropriate firefighting media to extinguish or control fire |
Demonstrate the ability to:
Refer to - Select appropriate firefighting media – Fires and firefighting training specification |
- Control measurePrevent firespread
- HazardFlammable liquids: Unignited