XX Company’s Fire Safety Management Regulations

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Chapter 1 General Provisions Article 1 These provisions are formulated in order to strengthen and standardize the company’s fire safety management, prevent and reduce the occurrence of fire accidents, in accordance with fire protection laws and regulations as well as the \"XXXX Group Fire Safety Management Regulations\", taking into account the actual conditions of the company. Article 2: Referenced standards 1. The Fire Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China (effective as of May 1, 2009). 2. Provisions on Fire Safety Management for Government Agencies, Organizations, Enterprises, and Institutions (Order No. 61 issued by the Ministry of Public Security). 3. Provisions on Fire Safety Management for High-Risk Fire Units in Shandong Province (effective as of November 1, 2013). 4. GB50016–2006 Code for Fire Protection Design of Buildings. 5. GB50160–2008 Code for Fire Protection Design of Petrochemical Enterprises. Article 3: Basic guidelines and principles for fire protection work 1. Basic guideline: Prevention first, combined prevention and suppression. 2. Basic principles: The principles of unified leadership by the company, supervision by departments in accordance with laws and regulations, full responsibility borne by units (departments), and active participation by employees shall be adhered to, implementing a hierarchical fire safety responsibility system wherein “whoever is in charge is responsible”. Chapter 2 Organizational Structure and Responsibilities Article 4 Organizational Structure 1. The company shall establish a Fire Safety Committee. The chairman of the committee shall be the general manager, while the vice chairman shall be the deputy general manager in charge of fire safety affairs. The members of the committee shall include the party secretary of the company, deputy general managers, assistants, representatives from the Party and Government Office, the labor union, the planning department, the equipment safety department, the production management department, the finance department, the technology center, the armed security department, as well as the heads of various other departments. 2. The Office of the Fire Safety Committee is located in the Armed Security Department and is responsible for daily fire safety management tasks. The office director is held by the head of the Armed Security Department. Article 5 Responsibilities of the Fire Safety Committee: 1. Incorporate fire safety efforts into the company’s development plan to ensure that such efforts are in line with economic development and the growth of the company. 2. Include funds for fire protection activities in the company’s financial budget, increase investment, continuously improve fire protection facilities, and upgrade fire protection equipment. 3. Incorporate fire protection planning into the company’s overall plan to ensure that the planning and construction of public fire protection facilities, firefighting equipment, and other infrastructure are carried out simultaneously. 4. Include fire safety work on the agenda, analyze the company’s fire safety situation, and address promptly any major issues that arise in this area. 5. Strengthen the development of professional fire brigades, ensure an adequate number of professional firefighters, and establish a coordinated emergency response system for these brigades to safeguard fire safety. 6. Inspect and assess the performance of fire safety duties by subordinate units and departments. 7. Make timely decisions regarding various matters such as the rectification of major fire hazards issued by the public security fire brigade, carry out the necessary rectifications, and organize investigations into fire accidents. 8. Other duties stipulated by laws, regulations, and rules. Article 6: Responsibilities of the Fire Protection Department The Armed Security Department is the functional department responsible for fire management within an enterprise; it is tasked with providing guidance, conducting inspections, and evaluating the enterprise’s fire safety measures. It operates under the leadership of the company’s official in charge of fire protection matters, and its work is guided by the public security fire department. Chapter 3 Fire Safety: Hierarchical Responsibility System. A hierarchical leadership fire safety responsibility system and a fire safety responsibility system for employees at their respective positions are implemented; the administrative supervisors of each unit or department, as well as the employees working at those positions, are the persons responsible for fire safety within that unit, department, or position. Article 7 Responsibilities of the General Manager The General Manager bears the responsibility for organizing and leading the company’s fire safety management efforts; he/she is the person responsible for fire safety within the company. During periods when the General Manager is absent or if the position is vacant, his/her deputy shall assume this responsibility. 1. Implement the Fire Protection Law of the People’s Republic of China, as well as the Provisions on Fire Safety Management for Government Agencies, Organizations, Enterprises, and Institutions (Order No. 61 issued by the Ministry of Public Security), the Provisions on Fire Safety Management for High-Risk Fire Hazard Units in Shandong Province, and other relevant fire protection laws and regulations. Fully responsible for the company’s fire safety efforts, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations; also responsible for keeping abreast of the company’s fire safety status. 2. Coordinate fire safety efforts with the company’s production, operations, management, and other activities; approve the annual fire safety plan and the corresponding budget; and hold regular meetings on the company’s fire safety matters. Define the fire safety responsibilities at each hierarchical level, approve the implementation of fire safety regulations and operating procedures to ensure fire safety. 3. Provide the necessary financial resources and organizational support for the fire safety of this unit. 4. Establish a company fire safety committee, designate fire safety responsible persons at each level, and approve the implementation of fire safety responsibilities, fire safety regulations, and procedures for ensuring fire safety. 5. Organize fire safety inspections, urge the rectification of fire hazards, and address promptly any major issues related to fire safety. 6. Establish a professional fire brigade and a volunteer fire brigade in accordance with fire safety regulations. 7. Organize the development of fire extinguishing and emergency evacuation plans that suit the actual conditions of the unit, and conduct drills. Article 8: Responsibilities of the Deputy General Manager in Charge The deputy general manager in charge is responsible for the company’s fire safety management; he/she assists the general manager in carrying out this work, exercises the general manager’s powers regarding fire safety matters, and directly oversees the operations of the fire safety departments. 1. Formulate an annual fire safety work plan and organize the implementation of daily fire safety management tasks. 2. Organize the formulation of fire safety regulations and operating procedures to ensure fire safety, and supervise their implementation. 3. Formulate a plan for financial investment and organizational support for fire safety work. 4. Organize and implement fire prevention inspections and the rectification of fire hazards. 5. Organize and carry out the maintenance of the unit’s fire protection facilities, firefighting equipment, and fire safety signs to ensure they are in good working condition, and to guarantee that evacuation routes and safety exits remain unobstructed. 6. Organize and manage professional fire brigades and volunteer fire brigades. 7. Carry out publicity, education, and training on fire safety knowledge and skills among employees, as well as organize the implementation and drills of fire extinguishing and emergency evacuation plans. 8. Organize and carry out other fire safety management tasks assigned by the person in charge of fire safety. Article 9: Responsibilities of the Deputy General Manager for Technology The Deputy General Manager for Technology is responsible for the company’s technical aspects related to fire safety. 1. Organize and carry out research on fire safety technologies; actively adopt advanced technologies and modern management methods to continuously improve the level of fire safety work within the enterprise. 2. Review the regulations related to fire safety technology and provide suggestions for the General Manager’s reference. 3. Organize the research and implementation of plans to address major fire hazards, and participate in the investigation of major fire accidents. Article 10: Responsibilities of other deputy general manager-level leaders Other deputy general manager-level leaders are responsible for fire safety within the areas of work under their respective oversight. Frequently listen to reports on fire safety work from the units and departments under his/her responsibility, provide timely guidance on their fire safety management, and continuously improve the level of fire safety efforts in those units and departments. Article 11: Fire safety responsibilities of the Armed Security Department 1. Responsible for guiding and supervising the implementation of the fire safety responsibility system. 2. Carry out duties such as submitting applications for review and acceptance of fire protection design in construction projects, conducting inspections, and performing fire safety checks, while strengthening the supervision and management of fire protection facilities and equipment. 3. Organize fire safety inspections and special governance efforts related to fire safety; urge responsible entities to take fire safety measures; order them, in accordance with the law, to eliminate fire hazards on the spot or within a specified timeframe; and conduct evaluations in accordance with the law. 4. Employ full-time fire safety personnel, regard fire safety management as one of the key tasks of the Security Department, and establish various fire safety regulations for the company. 5. Undertake fire fighting and other emergency rescue tasks. 6. Investigate and determine the cause of the fire in accordance with the law, calculate the losses caused by the fire, identify those responsible for the fire accident. Following the principle of \"not letting go until four aspects are addressed,\" measures to prevent similar fire accidents from occurring again will be developed in consultation with relevant departments after the causes have been identified. Those responsible for the accident will be held accountable based on the nature, circumstances, and consequences of their actions. 7. Conduct fire safety investigations, analyze the fire safety situation, and promptly put forward opinions and suggestions to the company on improving fire safety efforts. 8. Other fire safety responsibilities stipulated by laws, regulations, and rules. Article 12: Responsibilities of the principal administrative leaders of various units and departments The principal leaders of each unit and department are responsible for the fire safety of their respective units and serve as the persons in charge of fire safety management within those units. 1. Earnestly implement the fire safety standards and regulations set by higher authorities and the company, and incorporate fire safety work into the agenda of production management. 2. Establish and improve various fire safety management systems, and organize their implementation while keeping records. 3. Regularly conduct fire safety education for employees to ensure effective community-level fire prevention efforts. 4. Conduct regular fire safety inspections, implement corrective measures, and eliminate potential fire hazards. 5. Organize voluntary firefighters within the unit to undergo professional learning and training, so as to enhance the unit’s ability for self-prevention and self-rescue. 6. Organize the formulation of the unit’s fire fighting and emergency evacuation plans; in case of a fire, lead employees in putting out the fire, organize personnel to protect the fire scene, and assist in investigating the cause of the fire. Article 13: Responsibilities of Team (Group) Leaders 1. Strictly implement fire prevention regulations and rules, and carry out safety measures such as fire inspections. 2. Based on the conditions of the respective team, provide fire prevention training to employees, check the implementation of fire safety responsibilities and safe operating procedures at their work posts, and report any potential hazards promptly while organizing corrective actions. 3. When assigning production tasks, team leaders must also assign fire safety duties, ensuring that instructions are given before the shift, inspections are conducted during the shift, and summaries are made after the shift. 4. Properly manage the fire-fighting equipment and facilities at one’s own post (team) to keep them in good condition. 5. In the event of a fire hazard or fire, immediately report it and organize employees to fight the fire vigorously, protect the accident scene, and assist in determining the cause. Article 14: Responsibilities of Employees for Their Positions Each employee is responsible for the fire safety aspects of their own position, and shall carry out those tasks under the leadership of the person in charge of fire safety within their team or group. 1. Be familiar with the process flow and correct operating methods of this position, as well as the performance of equipment (items). 2. Actively participate in fire safety training organized at various levels, master basic fire prevention knowledge, be able to report fires, use common fire-fighting equipment, and extinguish incipient fires at one’s own work location. 3. Manage the fire-fighting equipment and facilities under your responsibility properly; in the event of a fire, report it promptly and make every effort to extinguish it. Article 15 Basic requirements for fire safety management
1. Leading officials at all levels shall, in accordance with the principle of “whoever is in charge is responsible,” regard fire safety work as an important component of their duties, and implement a hierarchical fire safety responsibility system. 2. Personnel working in key fire safety areas must undergo “three-level safety training” as well as training on fire safety knowledge; only after passing the assessments can they be allowed to work independently. 3. The regulations prohibiting smoking and the use of open flames in no-fire zones must be strictly enforced. 4. It is prohibited to store flammable items such as oilcloths, rags, and used oil in the workplace; open flames are strictly forbidden for heating or drying clothes or food on site. 5. Clothes soaked in flammable materials or combustible liquids must never be worn in areas where open flames are used. 6. It is strictly prohibited to use flammable liquids with high volatility such as gasoline to scrub equipment and items casually. 7. It is prohibited to set off fireworks and firecrackers within the factory premises; burning of weeds and garbage is strictly forbidden. 8. Strictly enforce the fire and explosion prevention regulations related to process facilities; unauthorized command or operation is strictly prohibited. 9. Implement other regulations regarding fire protection and safety work to prevent the occurrence of fire accidents. Chapter 4 Fire Safety Management System Article 16 Fire Safety Education and Training System 1. This system is established to improve employees’ fire safety awareness, enable them to comply with fire safety guidelines, policies, and management requirements, and enhance the fire safety conditions in their work activities. 2. The Human Resources Management Department under the Planning Division is the responsible department for fire safety education and training within the company. 3. The person in charge of the Planning Department is responsible for fire safety education and training within the company, while the heads of various relevant units and departments are responsible for such education and training within their respective units and departments. 4. Fire safety education (1) The targets of fire safety education are all managers and employees. (2) The main forms of fire safety publicity and education include: newspapers or magazines, display windows, bulletin boards, slogans, speeches, knowledge contests, etc ； Fire accident on-site meetings, analysis of typical fire cases, training for key types of workers, etc. (3) Fire safety education is conducted once a month, as well as at appropriate times during fire safety awareness days or major events. 5. Fire safety training
(1) The participants in fire safety training should include all cadres and employees currently working for the unit. (2) The following personnel should actively undergo specialized fire safety training: ① Fire safety responsible persons and fire safety managers of units and departments. ②Full-time (part-time) fire safety management personnel. ③The personnel on duty and operating in the fire control room. ④Personnel in special positions involved in the production, use, storage, and operation of flammable and explosive hazardous materials. ⑤Other persons who are required by regulations to receive specialized fire safety training. (3) Personnel on duty and operating in the fire control room of units, as well as personnel in special positions such as those involved in the production, use, storage, and operation of inflammable and explosive hazardous materials, must hold valid certificates to perform their duties. (4) Fire safety training should include the following main contents: ① Laws and regulations related to fire safety, fire safety management systems, and operating procedures for ensuring fire safety. ②Fire hazards and fire prevention measures in our unit, department, and position. ③Information on the performance of fire protection facilities and the usage methods of fire extinguishing equipment. ④Knowledge and skills regarding alarm reporting, extinguishing incipient fires, and self-rescue and evacuation. ⑤Knowledge and skills for organizing and guiding the evacuation of people present. ⑥Fire safety documents, fire safety management policies, objectives, and indicators related to fire safety management standards. ⑦Drills for fire extinguishing and emergency evacuation plans. (5) Fire safety training for units and departments is conducted once a month. (6) The human resources department should arrange for employees to actively participate in specialized fire safety training organized by public security fire departments or other institutions qualified to provide such training, to ensure that they work with the necessary certificates. 6. Records of fire safety education and training must be kept, with a designated person responsible for this task, appointed by the person in charge of fire safety education and training. 7. Assessment of rewards and penalties shall be carried out in accordance with the evaluation and reward/punishment system for fire safety work. Article 17 Fire Prevention Inspection and Patrol System 1. Fire prevention inspections and patrols are among the important means of fire safety management. They are carried out in order to promptly identify potential hazards, harmful and dangerous factors, as well as deficiencies that may arise in various activities such as production and operations; to correct unsafe conditions and behaviors in a timely manner; to supervise the implementation of various fire safety regulations; and to formulate corrective measures aimed at eliminating or controlling fire hazards and harmful/dangerous factors. This system is established to ensure the achievement of the objectives and policies related to fire safety. 2. Fire prevention inspections and patrols adhere to the principle of combining general inspections with specialized inspections. 3. The fire safety management department is the responsible entity for conducting fire inspections within the company. The full-time (part-time) fire safety managers in various units and departments are responsible for conducting fire inspections and patrols within those units and departments, while team leaders are responsible for carrying out fire safety patrols at their respective posts. 4. Fire inspections for the company are conducted on a monthly basis, while fire inspections for individual units and departments are carried out weekly. Fire patrol teams conduct inspections on a daily basis, and inspections of key areas should be carried out at least every two hours. Key areas for fire safety: fire control room, fire water (foam, sprinkler) pump rooms, coke oven basements, crude benzene processing area, substation, gas tanks, oil tank farms, and employee canteen. 5. Contents of fire safety inspections: (1) Rectification of fire hazards, as well as the implementation of corrective and preventive measures. (2) Conditions of safety evacuation routes, evacuation signs, emergency lighting, and safety exits. (3) Fire water source situation. (4) Operation status of fire protection facilities, as well as the installation and functionality of fire extinguishing equipment and fire safety signs. (5) Level of fire safety knowledge among personnel in key job categories and other employees. (6) Management of key areas for fire safety. (7) Status of duty in the fire control room and operation of facilities. (8) Implementation of fire safety measures for production processes and equipment with fire hazards. (9) Status of fire prevention inspections. (10) Status of chimney cleaning in the employee cafeteria kitchen. (11) Other items that require fire safety inspections. 6. Contents of fire safety inspections: (1) Any violations regarding the use of fire and electricity. (2) Are the safety exits and evacuation routes unobstructed, and are the safety evacuation signs and emergency lighting in good condition? (3) Whether the fire protection facilities and equipment are in working condition, and whether the fire safety signs are in place and intact. (4) Check whether the normally closed fire doors are tightly closed, and whether there are any items piled under the fire shutters that could interfere with their use. (5) Presence of personnel at key fire safety areas. (6) After the hot work is completed, remove any remaining embers or other debris, and ensure proper management of heat sources. (7) Implementation of fire safety measures for production processes with fire hazards. (8) Other fire safety conditions. 7. Methods for fire prevention inspections and checks: The company’s records of fire inspections must be signed and confirmed by the person in charge of the unit being inspected. For fire inspections and patrols within a unit or department, inspection and patrol records must be filled out, to be signed and confirmed by the person in charge of that unit or department ； The fire inspection record for the shift (team) is signed and confirmed by the inspector and the shift (team) supervisor. 8. Records of fire prevention inspections and patrols are archived in accordance with relevant regulations. Article 18: Management System for Fire Safety Evacuation Facilities 1. This system is established to strengthen the management of safety evacuation facilities and to ensure that evacuation routes remain unobstructed and that such facilities are in good working condition. 2. Safety evacuation facilities must be installed in strict accordance with the requirements of **laws, regulations, and standards. 3. Each unit and department is responsible for the management of the safety evacuation facilities installed in that unit or department, while the fire safety management department is responsible for the supervision and oversight of such facilities. 4. The management of safety facilities should cover the following aspects: (1) It is strictly prohibited to occupy evacuation routes, and no items shall be placed within them. (2) It is strictly prohibited to install obstacles such as gate fences on safety exits or evacuation passages that could hinder evacuation. (3) It is strictly prohibited to lock or block safety exits, or to cover or obscure evacuation signs during production, operation, and other such activities. (4) Emergency lighting fixtures and evacuation signs shall be regularly tested and inspected as required. (5) Any issues identified must be rectified on the spot. If it is indeed difficult to make such corrections immediately, a \"Notice of Required Rectification\" shall be issued to order corrective action within a specified time frame, ensuring that the safety evacuation facilities are in good working condition. 5. The fire safety management department is responsible for overseeing and managing safety evacuation facilities, and notifies relevant parties to make corrections promptly upon identifying any issues. Article 19: Management System for the Maintenance of Fire Protection Facilities and Equipment 1. Fire protection facilities and equipment shall be installed and provided by the Armed Security Department and relevant units, based on comprehensive factors such as the fire risk and characteristics of each unit. 2. The locations where fire protection facilities and equipment are installed shall be determined jointly by the Armed Security Department and various units; they must not be moved arbitrarily. A designated person shall be responsible for them, and that person’s name shall be indicated on site. 3. Fire-fighting facilities and equipment are painted red for easy identification. 4. The responsible units must carry out proper maintenance of the fire-fighting equipment and apparatus installed in various facilities, conducting inspections once a week and keeping records of such inspections. Check whether there have been any changes to the placement location, whether the components are damaged, whether they have expired or become ineffective, and whether the seals have been broken. 5. Used fire extinguishing equipment whose seals have been broken or that has expired should be removed from the site promptly and taken to the Armed Security Department for repair and refilling; it must not be left on site nor stored together with intact fire extinguishing equipment. 6. Fire-fighting facilities and equipment must not be placed on wet surfaces or in areas exposed to wind and rain. They should always be kept clean, free of dust and rust, and in good working condition so that they can be used at any time. 7. The automatic fire alarm system, fire pumps (foam and spray), fire hydrants, and fire pipelines along with their valves are to be maintained by the respective units to ensure they remain in good working condition ； Fire protection facilities and equipment must not be disabled arbitrarily. If it is indeed necessary to shut down the equipment for maintenance, a \"Application Form for Shutting Down Fire Protection Facilities\" (see attachment) must be filled out. The equipment can only be shut down for maintenance after it has been signed by the company’s fire safety manager or person in charge of fire safety. The application form must be submitted to the Armed Security Department for record-keeping; otherwise, penalties will be imposed. 8. Everyone should take care of fire protection facilities and equipment. Fire protection facilities and equipment shall be dedicated to fire fighting purposes; intentional damage or misuse is prohibited. In the event of loss, damage, misappropriation, or impairment due to poor management, in addition to the penalties prescribed by regulations, the person responsible for such losses shall bear the cost of compensation. Those who damage fire protection facilities and equipment shall be punished in accordance with the public security management regulations and relevant laws. Article 20: Duty System for the Fire Control Room 1. This system is established to strengthen the management of the fire control room. 2. The fire control room is managed by the entity to which it belongs. 3. The fire control room shall be staffed with dedicated duty and operation personnel who must remain at their posts, with no less than 2 persons per shift. 4. Personnel on duty in the fire control room and those who operate the equipment must receive specialized training in fire safety techniques, pass relevant examinations, and hold valid certificates before taking up their duties. They should be proficient in understanding the working principles, operating procedures of the fire protection facilities in their facility, as well as the methods for troubleshooting common faults. Persons without a qualification certificate shall not be engaged in the operation and maintenance of automatic fire protection systems. 5. The personnel on duty and operating in the fire control room should undergo regular retraining, and their roles should remain relatively fixed to ensure continuity and proficiency in work. 6. The personnel on duty and operating in the fire control room must remain at their posts, closely monitor the operation of fire protection facilities and pumps, address any issues that arise promptly, and ensure that the alarm systems and fire pumps operate continuously, comprehensively, and with full functionality. It is strictly prohibited to leave one’s post, sleep, drink alcohol, chat, or make personal calls during duty hours. Unrelated personnel are strictly prohibited from entering the fire control room. 7. Fire protection facilities shall not be shut down without the consent of the public security fire department. 8. In the event of a system failure, contact a qualified maintenance service promptly for repairs, and inform the company’s fire safety department. 9. The personnel on duty and those operating in the fire control room should keep proper records of their duties and archive them, so as to stay informed of relevant information, serve as a good advisor to the unit’s management, and assist the relevant leaders in carrying out fire prevention and extinguishing efforts. 10. After a fire breaks out, the fire alarm handling procedures in the fire control room should be activated promptly. 11. In accordance with the requirements of fire safety work, complete other tasks assigned by higher-level leaders and public security fire departments, and proactively accept inspections by such departments. Article 21 Electricity Safety Management System 1. This system is formulated to ensure the safety of electricity use within the organization. 2. The management of safe electricity use is the responsibility of the Mechanical and Electrical Workshop; the design, construction, inspection, acceptance, and maintenance of all external power supply lines within the company are all handled by this workshop. Electrical projects that have not been approved by the Mechanical and Electrical Workshop must undergo re-examination and acceptance by that workshop before they can be put into use. Otherwise, it should be removed unconditionally. 3. All power transmission lines must be constructed directly by professional technicians from the Mechanical and Electrical Workshop; no unit or department is allowed to connect wires or supply electricity on its own. For indoor electrical wiring in new construction projects, the construction department is responsible for organizing the installation work. For expansion projects with a capacity of over 1kw, approval from the Mechanical and Electrical Workshop is required, after which work must be carried out by electricians holding valid licenses. Persons without an electrician’s license are not allowed to install power wiring. 4. When designing the power supply circuit, it is necessary to fully consider future development needs to ensure that the circuit has sufficient headroom. During construction, it is necessary to strictly adhere to relevant regulations. Outdated and overloaded power circuits must be systematically and gradually replaced. Those that are difficult to replace immediately must have special protective measures taken to ensure safety; otherwise, their use must be suspended. 5. The power supply circuit must be equipped with reliable fuses, which should be used properly to ensure electrical safety. The use of copper wires and other non-specialized metal wires as fuses is prohibited. New projects must be equipped with leakage and electrical fire alarm systems. 6. All units and departments must obtain approval from the Mechanical and Electrical Workshop before installing large-capacity electrical equipment; any unauthorized installation will have the equipment confiscated. In areas where the capacity of the power supply lines does not allow for the installation of high-power appliances, such installations are strictly prohibited. 7. All personnel involved in circuit installation and electrical operations must undergo professional training; only after passing the examinations can they commence work. When in contact with the power source, reliable insulation measures must be in place, and strict inspections must be carried out as required to prevent electric shock accidents. 8. In all areas where electricity is used, the rule of turning off the power when no one is present must be followed; the main power supply should be turned off whenever people leave such areas or when electrical equipment is not in use. For equipment that operates 24 hours a day, there must be a dedicated person on duty to monitor the safety conditions related to electricity use at all times. 9. In all areas with high voltage or where wires are exposed, mechanical and electrical workshops or electrical departments should install prominent danger warning signs and take effective isolation measures to prevent electric shock accidents. For outdoor power supply installations, it is necessary to regularly remove weeds and trees from the surrounding area to prevent accidents. 10. When abnormal conditions such as sparking, unusual odors, excessive heat, or strange noises occur during the use of electrical appliances, operations must be stopped immediately, the power supply turned off, and an electrician should be called to inspect and repair the appliance. It can only be used again once it is confirmed to be operating safely. 11. To ensure safe electricity use, a regular inspection system must be maintained. The mechanical and electrical workshop, in conjunction with relevant departments, should organize 1–2 inspections per year, while each unit and department should conduct inspections on a monthly basis, addressing any potential safety hazards promptly. 12. All units, departments, and individuals must strictly abide by the rules for safe electricity use. It is strictly prohibited to arbitrarily pull or connect electrical wires, to use electrical appliances in violation of regulations, and to overload power circuits. All employees have the obligation to report and supervise any organizations or individuals that engage in illegal or irregular electricity usage. 13. Violation of the above provisions shall be subject to penalties in accordance with relevant regulations, depending on the circumstances ； Those who violate the regulations and cause injuries or deaths, as well as damage to equipment and property, will be subject to fines, compensation, and administrative penalties depending on the severity of the circumstances and the extent of the damage, and may even be referred to the public security authorities for criminal prosecution. Article 22: Safety Management System for Hot Work This system is established to strengthen the management of hot work within the organization, prevent accidents, and safeguard the lives of employees as well as the property of the enterprise. 1. For hot work, the principle of \"preferring to suspend production rather than compromising safety\" should be adhered to, and the \"three-level\" approval system for hot work must be strictly implemented. 2. Scope of management for hot work operations. The following operations or the use of related equipment in areas at risk of fire and explosion shall be subject to the management regulations for hot work: (1) various welding and cutting operations. (2) Burning, roasting, stewing pipes, and other operations that generate sparks. (3) Using non-explosion-proof power tools and electrical appliances. 3. A fire work permit system is implemented for fire work management; any fire work carried out within the scope covered by this management must be accompanied by a fire work permit. 4. Classification of hot work levels. Based on the level of danger at the area where welding is to be carried out, welding operations are classified into level 1, level 2, and level 3 welding (the specific classification is determined by the Equipment Safety Department). 5. Processing of hot work approval: (1) Approval for level 1 hot work. For level 1 hot work, the department responsible for such work must submit an application in advance and forward it to the company’s Equipment Safety Department. After on-site inspection by the Equipment Safety Department, an effective plan is formulated and submitted to the company’s fire safety manager for approval before hot work can be carried out. (2) Approval for level 2 hot work. For level 2 hot work, the relevant department responsible for hot work shall formulate a plan and take necessary measures; only after on-site inspection and approval by the Equipment Safety Department can the hot work proceed. (3) Approval for level 3 hot work. Level 3 hot work requires on-site inspection, signature, and approval by the person in charge of the hot work department before it can be carried out. (4) Approval for hot work is granted in the form of a Hot Work Permit. (5) The Hot Work Permit is the voucher and basis for hot work; it must not be altered or signed on behalf of others. (6) The “Hot Work Permit” is issued in two copies: one copy serves as a receipt and is kept by the approving authority, while the other copy is held by the party carrying out the hot work. 6. When external construction teams carry out hot work within the scope of this company’s management, the unit or department responsible for the project must apply for a \"Hot Work Permit\" in accordance with the approval authority corresponding to the level of hot work involved. In case of violation, penalties will be imposed in accordance with relevant regulations. 7. The fire safety management department, full-time (part-time) firefighters, fire safety managers, and persons responsible for fire safety have the right to inspect hot work at any time. If any violations of the hot work management regulations are detected or if the hot work poses a risk, they may revoke the Hot Work Permit at any time, stop the work, and impose penalties in accordance with relevant regulations. 8. Personnel performing hot work and those overseeing such work must strictly fulfill their respective responsibilities and operate in accordance with the relevant procedures. 9. The “Hot Work Permit” shall be archived by the Equipment Safety Department for a period of 2 years. 10. This system shall be interpreted by the fire safety management department; for matters not covered herein, relevant laws, regulations, systems, and standards shall apply. Article 23: System for Rectifying Fire Hazards 1. This system is established to promptly identify and rectify fire hazards, thereby preventing the occurrence of various fire accidents. 2. The identification of fire hazards is the responsibility of various units, departments, and fire safety management agencies. 3. The following situations shall all be identified as fire hazards: (1) Areas that have undergone fire risk assessment but lack adequate monitoring and preventive measures, which may lead to emergencies such as fires or the spread of fire. (2) Acts that violate or fail to comply with fire protection laws and regulations identified during fire prevention inspections and checks. (3) Acts that violate or fail to comply with fire protection laws and regulations, as indicated in the fire protection legal documents issued by public security fire departments. 4. For the fire hazards that can be rectified on the spot, the inspection department shall directly notify the relevant units, departments, and employees to make the necessary corrections: (1) Those involving the illegal use or storage of flammable and explosive materials. (2) Those that use Class A and Class B flammable liquids or gases as fuel in violation of regulations, or that use open flames for heating. (3) Those who smoke in violation of regulations or discard cigarette butts and matches (lighters) carelessly. (4) Those who use open flames in violation of regulations or carry out electric (gas) welding work. (5) Operating in violation of the safety procedures for facilities and equipment. (6) Safety exits and evacuation routes being locked, blocked, or occupied, thereby hindering evacuation. (7) Fire suppression facilities and extinguishing equipment are obstructed, damaged, or misused. (8) The normally closed fire door is not sealed properly. (9) The personnel on duty in the fire control room and key positions are absent from their posts. (10) Those who shut down fire protection facilities or cut off the fire power supply in violation of regulations. (11) Items piled under the fire curtain interfere with its proper operation. (12) There are irregular electrical usage practices such as improper wiring, which may lead to fires. (13) Other behaviors that can be corrected immediately. 5. For potential hazards that cannot be rectified on the spot, the fire safety management department shall issue a \"Notice of Order to Rectify within a Time Limit\" to require rectification within a specified period; the relevant units and departments must take appropriate measures to carry out such rectifications. A rectification plan shall be formulated, safety measures shall be put in place, and the rectifications shall be carried out as soon as possible. 6. The relevant departments where fire hazards exist are responsible for rectifying such hazards. During the period of rectification, they must strengthen inspections, surveillance, and other preventive measures to ensure fire safety. 7. In the event that fire protection facilities and equipment are damaged, the relevant unit or department should submit an urgent \"Material Request\" for approval by the company’s management. Once approved, it should be forwarded to the materials procurement department, which must proceed with the purchase promptly in order to speed up the repairs and ensure safety. 8. After the rectification is completed, the department responsible for addressing fire hazards shall submit a report on the rectification to the fire safety authorities. Upon receiving this report or when the deadline for rectification expires, the fire safety authorities shall re-examine the ‘Notice of Order to Rectify within a Time Limit’ issued and issue a ‘Notice of Re-examination Results’ to the relevant department responsible for the rectification. If the rectification is not completed, penalties will be imposed. Article 24: System for Drills of Fire Extinguishment and Emergency Evacuation Plans 1. This system is established to standardize the preparation and drilling of fire extinguishment and emergency evacuation plans. 2. The preparation and drills of the fire extinguishing and emergency evacuation plan shall be carried out by the Company’s Fire Safety Committee, with the fire management department being specifically responsible. The formulation and drilling of fire fighting and emergency evacuation plans for organizations and departments are carried out by the fire safety work leadership groups of those organizations and departments, with the responsible persons of the organizations and departments taking specific responsibility for this. 3. Formulation and revision of plans: (1) The fire safety management department, along with various relevant units and departments, are responsible for formulating and revising the company-wide as well as unit- and department-specific fire fighting and emergency evacuation plans. (2) The fire extinguishing and emergency evacuation plans shall be issued separately by the fire safety manager and the heads of the units/departments. (3) The company’s plan is revised annually, while the plans for individual units and departments are revised every six months. 4. Contents of the contingency plan: (1) Organizational structure: This includes a command body as well as fire-fighting teams, communication and liaison teams, evacuation guidance teams, etc. (2) Job responsibilities: Each team determines the job responsibilities of all personnel related to the emergency plan based on its composition. (3) Target of the plan: Assume emergencies such as fires. (4) Disposal procedures: include reporting to the authorities, evacuation, and firefighting. 5. Drill of the plan: (1) The company-level plan is drilled once every six months. Plans at the unit and department levels are tested once per quarter, while those for key units are tested once per month. (2) The organizers should notify the relevant departments and personnel in advance regarding the drill. (3) All personnel at all levels and of all types involved in the plan must be familiar with it and, in accordance with the unified requirements of the drill, arrive at the designated locations within the specified time. (4) The drill location must be relatively safe to prevent accidents. Before the drill, obvious signs should be placed at the drill site. 6. Company-level drill records are compiled by the fire management department. The records of drills conducted in units, departments, and key areas are to be compiled by the responsible persons of those units or departments, or by designated individuals, and submitted to the fire safety management department. Article 25 Organizational and management systems for full-time (part-time) and volunteer fire teams: 1. Full-time (part-time) fire teams are mainly composed of firefighters from the Security Department, while volunteer fire teams are made up of managers and employees from various units and departments; they are all under the unified management of the fire management department. 2. The fire management department conducts training for full-time (part-time) firefighters every six months, and training for volunteer firefighters once a year. 3. The fire management department organizes fire extinguishing and evacuation drills for full-time, part-time, and volunteer firefighters once every six months; these drills can be conducted simultaneously with the company-level fire extinguishing and evacuation plan drills. 4. Full-time (part-time) and volunteer firefighters must comply with the unified dispatch and command of the fire management department, and carry out their respective duties according to their assigned roles. 5. Make timely adjustments and additions to full-time (part-time) and volunteer firefighters based on changes in personnel. 6. The training for full-time (part-time) or volunteer fire teams mainly includes the following contents: (1) Basic knowledge of fire prevention and extinguishing, as well as the performance and scope of use of fire protection facilities and equipment. (2) Operating and usage methods of fire protection facilities and equipment. (3) Fire fighting, organizing personnel evacuation, and escape methods. (4) Knowledge and requirements for the protection of fire scenes. Article 26: System for the inspection and management of gas and electrical equipment (including lightning protection and static electricity prevention) 1. This system is established to strengthen the safety management of gas and electrical equipment. 2. Each unit and department is responsible for the management of its own gas and electrical equipment, and shall conduct fire prevention inspections on such equipment. 3. Operators and maintenance personnel for gas and electricity must possess the necessary knowledge of gas and electricity safety, as well as the safe operating skills specific to their role. 4. The inspection of electrical equipment mainly includes the following aspects: (1) The usage condition of the equipment and whether there are any abnormal phenomena. (2) Whether the fuse meets the safety requirements for electrical equipment, and whether copper or aluminum wires are used as substitutes. (3) Are there any instances of illegal installation or use of welding machines, electric heating devices, lighting equipment, etc.? (4) Whether the protection devices for grounding and short circuits of electrical equipment are qualified, and whether there is any overloading. (5) Check the degree of rust on the arrester, look for any cracks, verify that the leads are in good condition, ensure that the contacts are not loose, and check whether the grounding resistance exceeds the specified standards. (6) Check whether the static electricity connections of the equipment are complete and reliable, and whether the grounding resistance exceeds the standard requirements. 5. The inspections related to gas management mainly include the following: (1) Whether there is any unauthorized use of gas or damage to gas facilities. (2) Whether gas pipelines are used as load-bearing supports or grounding leads. (3) Whether any decoration or renovation activities that endanger the safety of indoor gas facilities are being carried out. (4) Whether gas appliances that have been explicitly banned are installed or used. (5) Whether cylinders that have exceeded their expiration date, failed inspection, or are scrapped are being used. (6) Unauthorized disassembly, installation, or modification of gas metering devices and gas facilities. (7) Heating, dropping, or smashing gas cylinders, or laying gas cylinders on their side during use. (8) The phenomenon of dumping residual liquid from gas cylinders. (9) The phenomenon of arbitrarily changing the inspection marks and paint colors on gas cylinders. (10) Using bottled gas in places where it cannot be used safely. 6. Regarding the potential safety hazards identified during inspections, the relevant departments should implement corrective measures in accordance with the requirements of the \"Fire Hazard Rectification System\". 7. Every six months, a professional department shall conduct an inspection and testing of the lightning and static electricity protection measures for buildings and equipment, keep records of the inspections, and issue test reports. 8. Units and departments that intend to expand the scope of gas use, change the purpose of gas, or install, modify, or remove fixed gas facilities and gas appliances must go through the relevant procedures. 9. Regarding personnel responsible for violating this system, relevant provisions of the “Evaluation, Rewards and Punishments System for Fire Safety Work” shall be applied. Article 27 Evaluation, Rewards and Punishments System for Fire Safety Work
1. This system is established to ensure the safety of employees’ lives and the property of the enterprise, as well as to enhance the sense of responsibility and awareness regarding fire safety among all cadres and employees. 2. The evaluation of fire safety work is carried out by the fire safety management department, while rewards and penalties are implemented by departments such as the Planning Department based on the evaluation results. 3. Evaluation is conducted through a combination of regular assessments and random inspections. In light of practical circumstances, fire safety assessments are conducted on a monthly basis; random inspections and assessments can also be carried out. 4. The evaluation should cover the following aspects: (1) the compliance of employees in the unit and departments with rules, regulations, and operating procedures. (2) Status of the implementation of fire safety management and operations. (3) The performance of job responsibilities by employees in units and departments. 5. After each evaluation is completed, the fire safety management department must submit the evaluation results to the relevant evaluation department within the company. 6. Reward and punishment measures: (1) In any of the following situations, rewards in the form of monetary or material incentives ranging from 50 to 500 yuan will be given depending on the circumstances: ① Those who conscientiously fulfill their duties related to fire safety, strictly implement fire safety management systems, submit significant and reasonable suggestions that are adopted, and achieve outstanding results in fire safety work. ②Identify and eliminate major fire hazards in a timely manner to prevent fires from occurring. ③Upon detecting an early fire, report it to the authorities and extinguish it promptly to avoid significant losses. ④Those who made correct judgments during fire fighting, showed bravery and perseverance, acted decisively, and achieved outstanding results. ⑤Those who actively participate in fire safety awareness and training programs and achieve excellent results in fire safety skills competitions. ⑥Those who show outstanding performance in fire fighting work will be awarded substantial rewards upon the approval of their superiors. (2) In any of the following circumstances, a fine of 50–500 yuan shall be imposed depending on the situation: ① Failing to fulfill duties related to fire safety, failing to implement fire safety management systems, and thereby affecting fire safety efforts. ②Those who smoke or leave cigarette butts in the production area. ③Those who misuse or cover fire protection facilities, equipment, and signs without permission. ④Blocking or occupying fire safety evacuation passages, as well as piling up items within such passages. ⑤Those who cannot use fire extinguishing equipment to put out fires or who do not know how to report a fire. ⑥Those who fail to attend fire safety training without proper reason. (3) In any of the following circumstances, a heavy fine of 100–1000 yuan shall be imposed depending on the situation: ① Carrying out construction without permission, thereby creating a fire hazard. ②Those who use electrical equipment improperly or connect wires in a careless manner. ③Using electric welding or cutting, as well as open flames, without permission. ④Those who store or use flammable and explosive hazardous materials in violation of regulations. ⑤Damage to fire protection facilities, fire extinguishing equipment, fire evacuation signs, and emergency lighting (excluding compensation amounts). ⑥Decorated with flammable materials and not treated with flame retardants as required. ⑦Those who install and use substandard electrical products in violation of regulations. ⑧Failure to comply with fire safety regulations, which leads to fires or failure to rectify serious fire hazards in a timely manner (excluding compensation for fire-related losses). ⑨Other violations of fire safety laws and regulations. (4) In the event of any of the following actions, a penalty of 1%–10% of the bonus allocated to the unit, department, or team shall be imposed: ① Occurrence of a fire alarm or a fire accident. ②The fire prevention responsibility system is not implemented, posing fire hazards; those who fail to make corrections or refuse to carry out rectifications. ③Fire protection facilities and equipment are lost, damaged, or misused due to poor management, or fire extinguishers are emptied improperly, and their maintenance and replacement are not carried out in a timely manner. ④Those who smoke in no-smoking areas, start fires without permission, or violate other fire safety regulations. ⑤In fire management, other issues that should be subject to punishment ； ⑥Failing to comply with the inspections and rectification orders issued by fire safety inspection officers, thereby causing consequences. (5) In cases of serious violations of fire safety laws and regulations that result in significant losses, the matter shall be handed over to the public security and judicial authorities for handling. Chapter 5 Provisions on Handling the Failure to Rectify Major Fire Hazards in a Timely Manner Major fire hazards refer to various potential safety risks that violate fire protection laws and regulations, and that may lead to the occurrence of fires or an increase in the risk of fires, thereby potentially resulting in fire accidents and serious social consequences. Article 28: The rectification of major fire hazards is the responsibility of the fire safety officers in various units and departments; it is carried out by fire safety managers and full-time (part-time) management personnel, while the fire safety management department is responsible for supervision and evaluation. Article 29: The problems identified through self-inspections by organizations and departments, as well as those specified in the \"Notice of Timely Rectification\" issued by the fire safety authorities, shall be regarded as fire hazards, and such organizations and departments must carry out rectifications promptly. Article 30: For fire hazards that cannot be rectified on the spot, the fire safety manager of the responsible unit or department, or the full-time (part-time) fire management personnel shall, based on the actual situation, promptly report such hazards to the company’s fire safety manager or the person responsible for fire safety, and propose a plan for rectification. The fire safety manager or person responsible for fire safety shall determine the corrective measures, deadlines, and the personnel in charge of carrying out these corrections, and ensure that they are implemented. Article 31: For the repair of damaged fire protection facilities and equipment (components), the relevant units or departments shall submit an \"Urgent Material Request\" on the same day; it shall be approved by the company’s management, after which the Supply Department will procure the necessary materials. The Supply Department must acquire these materials within 3–5 working days, so that the units or departments can promptly use them for replacement or repair ； The application date and the date of entry into storage shall be taken as reference. Article 32: Until the fire hazards are eliminated, units, departments, and positions must implement preventive measures to ensure fire safety. Where fire safety cannot be ensured, and fires may occur at any time or could pose a serious threat to human life in the event of a fire, the hazardous areas should be shut down for rectification. Article 33: Once the fire hazards have been rectified, the unit or department responsible for the rectification shall keep records of the progress made in addressing those hazards. After having these records signed off by the person in charge of fire safety or the fire safety manager, they shall be submitted to the fire control authorities for archiving and reference. Article 34: For fire hazards for which the public security fire protection agency orders rectification within a specified time limit, the relevant corrections must be carried out within that time frame, and a reply regarding the rectification of those fire hazards shall be prepared and submitted to the public security fire protection agency. Chapter 6: Penalties Article 35: If a unit or department refuses to rectify fire hazards that can be corrected immediately on the spot, a penalty of 50–500 yuan shall be imposed depending on the severity of the situation. The persons responsible, managers, and full-time (part-time) fire safety officers shall each be fined 50–100 yuan, with the amounts deducted from their bonuses. Article 36: Units and departments shall submit an \"Emergency Processing Plan\" on the day they receive the \"Notice of Timely Rectification.\" If the plan is not submitted in a timely manner, a fine of 100–1000 yuan will be imposed depending on the severity of the situation. In cases where the matter is investigated by a higher-level fire department and a fine is imposed, the responsible unit or department shall bear 20% of the fine, while the responsible persons, managers, and full-time (part-time) fire safety officers shall each bear 10% of the fine, with the amounts deducted from their bonuses. Article 37: If, after approval by the leadership, potential hazards arise due to delayed procurement of materials and cannot be rectified immediately, a fine of 100–1000 yuan shall be imposed on the department responsible for material procurement. If the issue is detected by higher-level fire safety authorities and resulting fines are imposed, the material supply department shall bear 20% of the amount, while the person in charge of the materials department and the procurement staff shall each bear 10%, with these amounts deducted from their bonuses. Article 38: Units that have a fire control room, an automatic fire alarm system, a fire pump room, a foam pump room, and a sprinkler pump room must ensure the proper operation of all such fire protection facilities ； In cases where the automatic alarm system and various fire protection facilities need to be shut down for maintenance due to malfunctions, a \"Application Form for Shutting Down Fire Protection Facilities\" must be submitted promptly, and the shutdown shall take place only after approval. Those who shut down the automatic alarm system and various fire protection facilities without authorization will be fined between 50 and 500 yuan for each instance of such violation. If the violation is detected by higher-level fire departments and results in a fine being imposed, the responsible unit or department shall bear 20% of the fine, while the responsible persons, managers, and full-time or part-time supervisors shall each bear 10%, with the amounts deducted from their bonuses. Article 39: Units and departments that are registered (contracted) separately shall abide by these provisions; any fines imposed shall be borne by such units and departments. Article 40: If fire hazards are not eliminated in a timely manner, and a fire accident occurs during the period when those hazards are being rectified, 50% of the bonuses of the unit or department shall be deducted. In cases where casualties or property losses occur, all bonuses shall be deducted and the matter shall be referred to the public security authorities for handling. Article 41: For major fire hazards related to planning and layout that cannot be resolved on their own, as well as those for which no solution is possible at all, the relevant units and departments shall submit solutions for approval by the company’s person in charge of fire safety, so that corrective actions can be taken. Chapter 7 Fire Fighting, Investigation and Handling Article 42 Whenever any organization, department or individual detects a fire alarm or an actual fire, they must promptly and accurately report it to the authorities (fire emergency number: 119, internal fire alarm number: 4460119), and actively participate in extinguishing the fire. Article 43: If it is discovered that someone at the fire scene is under severe threat, priority should be given to organizing efforts to rescue that person. Article 44: If the fire at the point of ignition is spreading toward critical areas, primary efforts must be directed toward protecting those areas, controlling the fire, and preventing its further spread. Article 45: If there are flammable and explosive materials in the vicinity of the fire site, efforts should be made to extinguish the fire while simultaneously organizing personnel to remove those flammable and explosive materials. Article 46: During a fire fighting operation, the fire scene commander must remain calm and decisive, ensure that all aspects of the operation function properly, and has the authority to mobilize resources such as manpower, electrical power, communication facilities, transportation assets, and medical support to be deployed collectively for fire suppression and rescue efforts. Article 47: After a fire is extinguished, the person in charge of the unit or department where the fire occurred shall organize personnel to protect the fire scene, assist in investigating the cause of the fire, and assess the losses caused by it. Article 48: The relevant functional departments shall carry out follow-up handling in accordance with the principle of \"not letting go of any aspect,\" and put forward suggestions for dealing with the fire accident. Chapter 8 Supplementary Provisions Article 49 All units and departments shall formulate corresponding fire safety operating procedures for their respective positions in accordance with these regulations and post them on the wall. Article 50: These provisions shall be interpreted by the Armed Security Department and shall come into effect as of the date of issuance.