Fire prevention on motor vehicles

With the onset of cold weather, the number of fires on road transport increases. To minimize the possibility of a fire in the car, it is necessary to keep the individual car in a technically sound condition, operate and maintain it in accordance with the requirements of the factory instructions, and strictly follow the fire safety rules. Fires in passenger cars indicate that drivers are not sufficiently prepared not only for their fire protection, but also for actions to eliminate fires. It is very important to detect a fire in a timely manner and immediately take measures to eliminate it. There are factors that precede a fire. This may be the smell of gasoline, burnt insulation, smoke from under the hood. Fires very often occur due to malfunctions in the electrical wiring system. Therefore, it is necessary to pay attention to the state of insulation and the quality of contacts. All changes or additions to the electrical system must be thoroughly checked, preferably by a qualified technician. When using the car, fuel hoses wear out or tear over time, and there are malfunctions in the connections. Gasoline vapors quickly ignite in the presence of a spark or simply in contact with hot surfaces of the engine, exhaust manifold. Modern car trim consists mainly of polymers, plastics and other synthetic materials, and almost all of them are combustible. Gases released during the combustion of such materials are highly toxic. Compliance with the basic rules of fire safety when operating vehicles can minimize the likelihood of fire in Your car, namely: - each vehicle must be equipped with a serviceable fire extinguisher, with a volume of at least 2 liters; - it is forbidden to heat the engine and other units of the car with an open fire, heating devices of handicraft production, including those with open heating elements; - it is necessary to regularly check the serviceability of electrical guards, the integrity of electrical wires; - all fuses must meet the standards and rated current; - there should be no exposed places in the electrical wiring, and its connection points should exclude the possibility of sparking and heating; - check the integrity of the fuel supply system (whether there is a fuel leak or gas leak). If leaks are detected, take urgent measures to eliminate them; - when repairing a vehicle, do not smoke or use an open fire (UN-extinguished matches, torches, lighters, etc.); - do not operate the vehicle with removed or faulty exhaust pipes and silencers; - it is necessary to monitor the exhaust manifold so that it does not get flammable elements (paper, cleaning rags, fuel and lubricants, etc.). If the car catches fire while driving, you must: - stop the vehicle immediately and stop the engine; - call the fire service on the number "101" or " 112»; - remove the terminals from the battery (on gasified-close the main and balloon valves); - to take measures for evacuation of passengers and to start putting out the primary fire extinguishing means. If Your car catches fire while driving, follow the following rules of behavior in the car in case of fire: - Stop the car. -Stop the engine. - Release the hood lock, but do not open the hood. - Remove all passengers. "Call 101 and call the fire Department. -If it is not dangerous, try to use the fire extinguisher in the car. - Do not use water to extinguish a fire in the engine compartment, as this may cause a short circuit in the electrical wiring or spread of burning gasoline and increase the area of Gorenje. Remember! It is better to warn the fire!

 

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