Fire Response Procedures

If you discover or suspect smoke or a fire you should:

  • Remain calm and sound the alarm by pulling the lever on the nearest red fire alarm call box.
  • Evacuate immediately.
  • Call 911 and provide:
    • Location of the fire, including building name and room number or campus location (see the Campus Map/building addresses).
    • Your name and telephone number.
    • A description of the fire, including what is burning and the size of the fire.
  • If you are not in immediate danger, assist others.
  • Leave the building using stairwells or your evacuation route. DO NOT use the elevators.
  • Close, but DO NOT lock doors unless security is of great concern and doing so does not increase risk to yourself or others.
  • If you sounded the alarm or know the location of the fire, wait near the building entrance to give fire department personnel directions to the site of the fire.
  • Once individuals are assembled a safe distance from the building, account for all known to have been in your area at the time of the alarm activation.

If you are in a burning building:

  • Call 911 and provide the location, including the building name and room number.
  • Stay close to the floor. If possible, place a wet towel over your nose and mouth.
  • Touch doors before exiting. If doors are hot, DO NOT open them. Attempt to exit through an alternative exit or window.
  • If exit is not possible, open windows, hang something visible such as clothing, and call for help.
  • DO NOT panic, DO NOT attempt to fight the fire, and DO NOT block entrances.