Fire

In the Event of a Fire:

Pull Down the Fire Alarm and/or Call 911

If you see smoke or flames:

Use CARE: Contain, Activate, Report, Evacuate

• Contain the fire by closing all doors as you leave
• Activate the nearest Fire Alarm pull station (Pull stations are located near all building exits)
• Report the fire by dialing 911
• Evacuate or extinguish (In most cases, it is best to Evacuate)

Use a Fire Extinguisher only when:

• You have been trained
• You have your back to an unobstructed exit
• You have a fully charged and proper type unit for the fire you are fighting
• The fire is contained, and you have reported the fire by Fire Alarm or 911 activation
• Everyone else has left the area
• There is little smoke or flames

Never fight a fire if:

• You lack a safe way to escape should your efforts fail
• It has left its source of origin
• You are unsure of the type of extinguisher you need or have
• If you can’t control the fire within 30 seconds, abandon your efforts, close the door(s) and evacuate immediately.

Evacuation:

• Upon alarm activation, leave the building immediately!
• Do not "investigate" the source of the alarm, just leave!
• On your way out close all doors behind you to contain the fire
• Walk, do not run, to the nearest exit
• Never use an elevator to exit a building during a fire alarm
• Do not re-enter the building for any reason until told it is safe to do so

Remember: “Safety and Security” is also YOUR responsibility.