How to Report A Fire
If a burning odor or smoke is present, call the Campus Safety and Security/Parking Services Deparment at extension 4600 (or 911). Report the exact location of the fire and, if known, what is burning. If a fire is detected, sound the building alarm by pulling an alarm station.
ACTIONS TO TAKE
- If you can help control the fire without personal danger, take action with available fire fighting equipment. If not, leave the area.
- A local alarm station will cause the alarm to sound. It does not automatically notify the Fire Department, But does notify the Campus Safety and Security/Parking Services Department.
- Never allow the fire to come between you and an exit.
- Remove all persons form the danger area. Close doors behind you to confine the fire.
RESPONSE TO AUDIBLE FIRE ALARMS
- If the audible alarm sounds for more than 30 seconds or starts to sound for a second time, evacuate the building immediately.
- Do not use the elevators.
- If requested, accompany and assist persons with disabilities who appear to need assistance.
- Leave all parcels and personal property inside.
- Remain approximately 100 feet from t he exits to help facilitate clear access to the building for the fire department.
- Return to the building only when instructed to do so by campus security staff, police, or fire department officials.
