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Fire is capable of damaging and destroying property, and it’s among the deadliest of workplace hazards. Because of the serious danger of fire, it’s to your benefit to know about fires and what to do should a fire erupt. OSHA regulates several aspects of fire protection and response. Subpart L to 29 CFR 1910 provides requirements for fire brigades and all portable and fixed fire suppression equipment, fire detection systems, and fire or employee alarm systems installed to meet the fire protection requirements of Part 1910. Note that Subpart L is about fire protection, not fire prevention or evacuation, which are covered elsewhere, at 1910.39 and 1910.38, respectively.
Subpart L to 29 CFR 1910 applies to all employments except for maritime, construction, and agriculture.