Fire Inside the Building

• Activate a fire alarm or pull station.
• Call 911 and give your name, building name, address, floor, location, and other related information.
• Evacuate the building using building evacuation instructions.

Building Evacuation - when the building fire alarms sound

• Immediately evacuate using the building evacuation plan procedures.
• Walk to the nearest exit/stairwell (close the door behind you).
• Proceed to the designated gathering area outside the building, and report to your supervisor for a headcount.
• Do not re-enter the building until cleared by authorized personnel.
• Assist with the evacuation of individuals with special needs.

Remember

• Crouch low to avoid smoke and heat.
• Avoid inhaling smoke and fire gases.
• Learn the location of fire extinguishers and exits.
• Report unsafe conditions to your immediate supervisor.

Fire Outside a Building

• Call 911 (tell the caller name and address, location of fire, etc.).
• Do NOT activate the building fire alarm system.

Use Portable Fire Extinguisher if:

• You are properly trained (hands-on training).
• It is a small, contained fire (e.g., wastebasket).
• You can extinguish the fire within 15 seconds (evacuate if it takes longer).