FIRE

 

GENERAL INFORMATION

The building may be fully or partially evacuated when a fire alarm signal is sounded. An effective evacuation depends on the orderly ‘phasing’ of floor clearance, which means that generally the fire floor is evacuated first and immediately. Generally, the next floors to evacuate should be the two floors directly above the fire floor, followed by the two floors directly below. Specific evacuation procedures vary slightly by location and code. The Endeavor Person In Charge will be in charge of the evacuation until the fire department arrives.

 

Building occupants must create an environment that supports cooperation with the Emergency Response Team to ensure that all employees are well informed and instructed on evacuation procedures and comply with instructions provided.

 

 

PROCEDURE

THE PERSON WHO DISCOVERS THE SMOKE OR FIRE SHOULD:

 

  1. Leave the area and if conditions are safe, close doors as exiting to prevent smoke and fire from spreading.
  2. Call 911 from a safe location and report:
    • Name
    • Type of Emergency
    • Location of the Fire
    • What is Burning
    • Company Name
    • Physical Address
    • Floor and Suite Number
    • Telephone Number
  3. Call the management office from a safe location and report the fire.
  4. Emergency Response Team implements the Evacuation Plan.
  5. Emergency Response Team follows instructions as directed by the local authorities or the Endeavor Person In Charge.

 

 

FIRE EMERGENCY SAFETY TIPS

  • Smoke is the number one killer in a fire, stay low to the ground; move on your hands and knees. Smoke and noxious gases rise, staying low can save your life.

 

  • Know where all emergency stairwells are located, practice exiting and count the number of doorways and hallways between your location and the fire exits. It is nearly impossible to see in a fire because of the smoke. This information helps to ensure that you will find an emergency stairwell and evacuate safely.