Hazard Recognition: Fire Safety & Prevention in Recycling

ReMA developed this comprehensive 4-hour course on fire safety & prevention in recycling to address the important topic. Inquire about a class offering at your facility or region, or download the education and training materials that are linked to this page. This course will help recyclers to better understand the following:

• Emergency action procedures;
• Fire extinguisher usage;
• Ignition and fuel sources;
• The importance of inbound source control;
• Relationship building with the local fire department;
• Fire protection systems; and
• General housekeeping and storage
  
  
  
  

Employees receiving this training will benefit by obtaining a greater knowledge and awareness of fire safety and prevention in the recycling workplace.

If you have any questions or would like more information about these training materials please contact ReMA Safety at safety@recycledmaterials.org.

This material was produced under grant number SH-99014-SH0 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.