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  Fire requires three essential elements to survive – namely, heat, fuel, and oxygen. The firefighters represented these three essential elements with the help of a triangle. This triangle came to be known as the Fire Triangle. The fire triangle explains that three elements — heat, fuel, and oxygen — are essential for a fire to start and continue. Heat provides the ignition source, such as sparks from welding or a hot surface. Fuel is any combustible material, like wood, oil, paper, or even leaking LPG. Oxygen, usually from the air, supports the burning process. For example, in a workplace, welding sparks (heat) can ignite oil-soaked rags (fuel) in the presence of air (oxygen). To stop a fire, we remove any one element: cooling with water removes heat, shutting/ closing a fuel valve removes fuel, and covering a fire with a blanket or using CO₂ removes oxygen. This principle helps in both fire prevention and firefighting. Similarly, at home, leaving a pan of oil unattended on a lit ...

What is Fire Safety? Fire safety refers to the set of precautions, procedures, and measures taken to prevent fires, minimize the risk of fire-related accidents, and ensure the safety of individuals and property in the event of a fire. It involves a combination of awareness, preparedness, and proper safety practices to prevent fires from occurring and mitigate their impact if they do happen. Importance According to the US National Safety Council (NSC) , the leading causes of home fires and injuries are cooking and heating. Thus, fire safety at home should be prioritized by practicing safety tips and protocols when using electrical appliances, cooking equipment, and others that may be fire hazards. In addition, 2021 data from the US Fire Administration states that 116,500 non-residential building fires led to 1,025 injuries and 115 deaths. This is just one reason to implement fire safety in the workplace and mitigate the negative business impacts of fire-related incidents. Moreover, fire...

Fire is a chemical reaction that occurs when a substance (typically a fuel) reacts with oxygen in the presence of heat, resulting in the release of energy in the form of light, heat, and gases. This process is called combustion. The basic components required for fire are often referred to as the "fire triangle," which includes: Heat – A sufficient temperature to start and sustain combustion. Fuel – A material that can burn, such as wood, paper, or gas. Oxygen – A component of the air that supports combustion. When these three elements are present in the right conditions, a fire can be ignited. If any one of these elements is removed, the fire will be extinguished.