Pre-Fire Readiness

• Know the location of fire extinguishers and how to use;
  • activate alarm systems in your area immediately
    • Fire Extinguisher Instruction
      • P = Pull safety pin from the handle
      • A= Aim at the base of the fire
      • S = Squeeze the trigger handle
      • S = Sweep from side to side
• Identify at least two possible evacuation/exit routes from your classroom or office area.
• Never use an elevator as part of your escape route.
• Take an active part in fire evacuation drills.

If you discover a fire

• Activate the nearest fire alarm.
• Call 911
• Follow up with a call to your Supervisor and other occupants.

Maintenance/Physical Plant  377-9451

Student Services 377-9400

Fight the fire ONLY if

• The fire department has been notified of the fire
• The fire is small and confined to its area of origin
• You have a way out and can fight the fire with your back to the exit
• You have the proper extinguisher, in good working order, AND know how to use it.
• If you are not sure of your ability or the fire extinguisher’s capacity to contain the fire, leave the area.

If you hear a fire alarm

• Evacuate the area. Close windows, turn off gas jets, and close doors as you leave.
• Assume the alarm is the real thing!
• Leave the building and move away from exits and out of the way of emergency operations (recommended 500 feet).
• Assemble in a designated area.
• Communicate with administration or fire department so we can determine that all personnel have evacuated your area.
• Remain outside until “all clear” has been issued