Fire

WHAT TO DO IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE:

• Activate the fire alarm.

• Never attempt to extinguish a fire larger than a wastebasket.  If fire extinguisher is not available, evacuate to assembly area.

• Using the appropriate type of extinguisher, work with another person to extinguish fire.

• Always stay between the fire and a way out.

• If the fire grows larger, alert others and evacuate.

• Assist with the evacuation of injured or persons with disabilities. (See Evacuation of Disabled Students.)

• DO NOT run. Walk carefully to avoid tripping.

• If caught in heavy smoke, crawl or stay near the floor while holding breath as much as possible. Breathe shallowly through nose and use blouse, shirt or jacket as a filter.

• DO NOT re-enter the building until directed to do so by campus officials.

• Proceed to the designated assembly area that is a safe distance from the building. (See Evacuation Map)

• All alarms should be taken seriously. If you hear a fire alarm, evacuate, unless told otherwise by a campus official.

• WHEN IN DOUBT, GET OUT!

• CALL 9-1-1
  

Fire Extinguisher Instructions:

P - Pull safety pin

A - Aim at base of fire

S - Squeeze trigger

S - Sweep from side to side

Clothing Fire:

• Do not run

• Stop - Drop - Roll
  

Trapped in a Room:

• Place cloth material under door to prevent smoke from entering

• Close as many doors as possible between you and the fire

• Signal from windows, but do not break the glass