Home of Poi Ltd does not take any
liability for any loss or damage that may directly or indirectly result from
any information, representation, or omission, whether negligent or otherwise,
contained on this sheet.
The items we recommend
you have before fire spinning are:
Charged cell phone with coverage or readily accessible phone
Note pad and pen or pencil
First aid kit suitable for burns
Empty tin with a lid or empty paint can that is clean and new
Damp 100% cotton towel
Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher
suitable for class A, B,C
Class A - Trash, Wood, Paper
Class B -Liquids, Grease
Class C - Electrical equipment
Suitable fuel container with locking safety cap
Squirt water bottle
Funnel
Kitty litter
Fire blanket or military wool blanket
Flash light (for night time spinning)
Clothing check
list
No dangly items worn
No loose weave materials
No loose fitting clothing
No purly, fluffy, or fuzzy clothing
No synthetic clothing: Nylon, polyester, acetate/rayon
No hairy spray
Preferably wearing high quality cotton
Dampened or covered hair
Location
Even, stable ground
Away from walkways
Non slippery surface
Plenty of room to move
Away from wooden structures
Clear of debris/rubbish
Clear of dry natural materials
Have a known address
Phone service available
Not in a fire ban area
No roaming animals
Clear of overhanging objects, trees, and power lines
Clear unobstructed exits
Fire Safety Person
Certification from an accredited First Aid course
Trained in the use of fire safety equipment
Also wearing fire safe clothing
Agreed safety word ""
Have practiced safety procedures as shown in video
Safety equipment
check
If using a cell phone, is it charged? do you have good signal coverage?
Note pad has location of where
you are spinning, including the nearest crossroads, to help direct emergency
services if required.
Note pad has full name of fire
spinner/s their emergency contacts (family and doctor)
and any existing medical conditions
First Aid kit has items suitable for burns. Open and check contents
Fueling can. Has lid, clean, no holes or rust
Damp 100% cotton towel to be used by a safety person, free of frays and debris (not
to be used for blotting excess fuel)
A separate 100% cotton towel and a plastic bag for blotting excess fuel (if using blotting
method)
Fire extinguisher is free of debris with pin intact
Fire extinguisher pressure gauge is displaying full, and the expiry date is
good
Fire extinguisher has no dents or corrosion
Suitable fuel container is clearly marked and has "child proof"
safety cap
Fuel container has no rust or damage
Fuel MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) available and on site
Fire spinner has read and understands MSDS
Fire Blanket or Military wool blanket is free of frays, holes, and debris
Fire Blanket or Military wool blanket has no residual fuel
Flashlight has good batteries
Fuel Dump
Safe area
Even, stable ground
Away from walkways
Non slippery surface
Away from wooden structures
Clear of debris/rubbish
Non combustible surfaces
Away from heat, flames, and other hazards
Fire tool equipment
check
Quick links are tightened with pliers/spanner
Metal parts free from rust/corrosion
Metal parts and handles cleaned of any residual fuel
