Fire safety training ensures workers know how to prevent fires, respond to emergencies, and safely evacuate. For most workplaces OSHA requires it — and requires documentation.
If employees are expected to use fire extinguishers, training is required upon initial employment and annually thereafter.
Every employer with more than 10 employees must have a written Emergency Action Plan and train all employees on it before initial assignment and whenever the plan changes.
| Training Type | Frequency | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher use | Annually + initial hire | 1910.157(g) |
| Emergency action plan | Initial hire + plan changes | 1910.38(e) |
| Fire brigade (if applicable) | Quarterly drills | 1910.156(c) |
⚠️ Most overlooked: The annual fire extinguisher requirement under 1910.157 is one of the most overlooked recurring training obligations in general industry.
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