The inhalation of toxic fumes can have a similar effect to smoke inhalation.
Symptoms include:
- Light-headed
- Confusion
- Headache
- Vertigo
- Flu-like effects for small exposures.
Larger exposures can lead to significant toxicity of the central nervous system and heart and even death.
Sources of toxic fumes include:
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We could have included toxic welding rod fumes but you only need to consider this if it is part of your day job!
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Class Sessions
1- 1. How fires start and continue – the Fire Tetrahedron
2- 2. Preventing electrical fires
3- 3. The fire dangers of smoking
4- 4. Dangers of fire from the accumulation of rubbish, paper and other combustible materials
5- 5. The dangers of fire from the misuse of heaters and open fires
6- 6. The dangers of fire and cooking
7- 7. The dangers of fire – Other things to consider
8- 8. The effects of fire – Burns
9- 9. The effects of fire – Smoke inhalation
10- 10. The dangers of toxic fumes
11- 11. Fire prevention and control
12- 12. What to do and NOT do if the fire alarm is activated
13- 13. What to do and NOT do if you discover a fire
14- 14. How to deal with a fire
15- 15. Different types of fire extinguisher and their correct use
16- 16. How to use a fire extinguisher properly
17- 17. Fire Blankets
18- 18. Fire Classifications
19- 19. Fire safety in the workplace