Assessing peat fires for health and safety

摘要

The full range of health and safety hazards that would normally be associated with surface fires are also generally present at peat fires. But just as peat fires present unique challenges in suppression, the same is so for health and safety. This is due to the peat-fire environment, the type of fuels, quality and duration of exposure to these hazards. We need to be aware of the risks and take appropriate steps to eliminate or manage them.