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Page 2-33 SECTION 2-SITE OPERATIONS PLAN(Revised by C.0.S. October, 1997) <br /> 4. Control or Limit the Emergency <br /> a. Attempt to extinguish the fire only if: <br /> ■ The fire is small (flames less than 2 feet high and extends only over a limited area); <br /> ■ There is easy access to at least one exit; <br /> ■ The fire is far away from large fuel sources such as oil or refuse; The fire is far away <br /> from explosive sources such as landfill gas pipes or vents; <br /> ■ The fire is near an available fire extinguisher, and <br /> ■ The fire extinguisher can be appropriately used for the type of fire. <br /> b. If possible, and if safety allows: make an attempt to isolate, contain and prevent the spread <br /> of fire using berms, trenches, or water. In general, if the fire is 2 feet high or lower, try to <br /> extinguish it. If it is higher, isolate the area and wait for help. <br /> c. A fire can sustain itself as long as fuel, oxygen, and heat are present. If safety allows, one <br /> ® of these elements should be eliminated. <br /> d. If necessary and if safety allows, move equipment to a safe location. <br /> e. Note that water that comes in contact with solid waste must be contained, recovered, and <br /> treated. <br /> 2.6.2.2 Landfill Fire <br /> 1. Recognize and Evaluate the Emergency <br /> a. A landfill fire can be very difficult to extinguish, therefore early detection is critical in <br /> extinguishing a landfill fire. Visible smoke or burning smells noticed around the landfill <br /> should be investigated. <br /> b. Loads of burning waste can be delivered to the landfill, if such a load is encountered direct <br /> it away from the working face and combustible materials if possible. Once the load of <br /> burning waste is isolated it can be dumped and extinguished. <br /> 2. Take Safety Precautions <br /> a. Immediately move users safely away from the fire. <br /> b. Get on-site assistance as soon as possible. <br />