TYNDALLAFBI32-2001 — Fire Prevention And Protection

TYNDALLAFBI32-2001 governs fire prevention and protection measures, fire reporting, fire evacuation, fire hazards, and classes of fires at TAFB.

Search TYNDALLAFBI32-2001

  • Publication number: TYNDALLAFBI32-2001
  • Title: FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
  • Date: 2025-02-20

View TYNDALLAFBI32-2001 on armypubs.army.mil

It establishes responsibilities for fire safety, inspection procedures, hazard correction, emergency reporting, and evacuation. It also requires fire extinguisher training and sets rules for decorations, building modifications, hydrants, and gas leaks.

Applies to: This instruction implements DAFI 32-2001 and applies to all organizations including tenant units, detachments, contractors, subcontractors, concessionaires and visitors to TAFB properties.

Topics covered

  • Fire reporting
  • Fire evacuation
  • Classes of fires
  • Fire hazard inspections
  • Fire prevention training
  • Fire extinguisher placement
  • Building modifications
  • Gas leaks

Questions and answers

When must fires be reported under TYNDALLAFBI32-2001?

All fires shall be reported immediately, regardless of size (even if extinguished). (paragraph 2)

How should a fire be reported?

Report the fire by calling 911 from a safe location. (paragraph 2)

What extinguishers are used for Class K fires?

Specific extinguishers are provided in locations where these fires are likely. Do not use a Class “K” fire extinguisher on a fire until after the installed fire suppression system has been activated as electrical power is shut-off by the extinguishing system. (paragraph 4)

How often are fire prevention inspections conducted?

Fire prevention inspections are conducted for all facilities at least annually. (paragraph 5)

What happens when RAC 1, 2, and 3 fire hazards are not corrected within 30 days?

All fire hazards that are classified as Risk Assessment Code (RAC) 1, 2, and 3 and not corrected within 30 days shall be processed as outlined in DAFI 91-202. (paragraph 5)

Ask Reggie.Bot a question about TYNDALLAFBI32-2001