Fire Safety Evaluation

​​​​​​Create a​n Escape Plan

• Know the fire safety rules and guidelines for the place of residence
  
• Participate in fire drills
  
• Review the fire safety map to identify buildings' designated meeting area(s)​ ​
  
• Know where exits are located in the building—identify an alternate exit should the main exit be blocked
  
• Understand escape routes—could a way out be found in the dark?
  
• Locate the closest fire alarm pull station
  

When the Alarm Sounds

• Leave right away
• Treat every alarm as real
• Do not stop for anything not needed to get out (books, computer, etc.)
• Remember that timing is everything and the sooner residents can reach the safest and closest exit, the better
• Feel doors before opening to see if they are hot
• If the door is hot, know a second way out
• If the door is not hot, open it slowly
• If heat is not felt or smoke is not seen, exit quickly
• Upon departure, close the door to the room/apartment to help contain any fire
• Never try to stay and fight a fire and NEVER try to return after escaping
  

If Evacuating Is Not Possible

• Keep the door closed and put a towel or T-shirt at the bottom to keep smoke from entering the room
• Call 911 and Public Safety to report being trapped (include location and room number)
• Signal for help. Open the window wide enough to alert first responders by hanging a white sheet or cloth out of the window.