Fire safety

See what happens in a fire. Warning: Graphic demonstration.

• When you hear the fire alarm, exit the building. You never know if it’s real or not.
• Know at least two exits from your room, class, lab or office.
• All residence rooms have evacuation plans posted on the back of the entry door. Take a look to see what it says.
• Go to your meeting place and stay there until instructed to leave.
• Listen to your fire warden/ proctor and know where to go in the event of an alarm.
• DO NOT enter the building until told to do so by Security, Fire Dept., or a Warden. Just because the alarm is not ringing does not mean it is safe.
• Unplug electrical appliances that are not being used.
• If you notice a frayed or damaged cord do not use it. Exchange it or report it to safety.
• Know where the fire extinguishers are located in your area.
• There are fire alarm pull stations by all exits. Know where they are.
• Fire doors need to remain closed. If you see one blocked open close it. The life you save could be yours!
• Do not lock doors when you hear the fire alarm, but, make sure they are closed.
• Do not use elevators during an alarm.