FIRE SAFETY

What do I do if there is a visible fire in the building?

1. Pull the fire alarm - Some of the fire alarms DO NOT automatically contact the Fire Department, it is easier to assume that they don't.  If the fire alarm system fails and your safety permits, shout down the halls, "FIRE!" and assist any occupants from the building. Do not be concerned with property or material damage. Safety of personnel is the critical issue. LEAVE THE FACILITY IF YOUR SAFETY IS AN ISSUE.
2. Call 911 to notify emergency personnel of the fire.
3. Call the switchboard (ext. 0) to notify someone of the situation.
4. Exit the building. (Please check to see if anyone needs help as you are exiting.)
5. Go to the street side entrance of the building and wait for the responding emergency personnel to arrive.
6. Do NOT return to the building until the building has been cleared by campus and/or fire officials.

No candles or incense are permitted to be burned on campus. Do NOT leave stairwell doors open. This will allow a fire to spread to your escape route. Make sure you know where the closest fire extinguisher and exit are located.

If you discover a small non-threatening outdoor fire, such as a dumpster, trash container, etc., notify the switchboard (ext. 0) or Campus Services department (ext. 8296) immediately.

If injuries or danger is apparent, call 911. For your safety, do not attempt to put out or control the fire yourself.

In case of a fire involving property damage or personal injury, the President, Dean of Student Life, Executive Vice President for Administration and Campus Services Director should be notified. If possible, the switchboard operator should be utilized to make these phone calls from the Emergency Call List. In case of building fire, the Campus Services Director will direct employees with instructions from the ranking fire officer on the scene. These instructions may include the locating and cutting off of gas and electrical valves or switches, crowd control, etc.

What do I do if I smell smoke?

1. 1. See if you can find the source.
2. 2. Notify the Campus Services department (ext. 8296) or use the Emergency Call List.
3. 3. If the situation becomes more serious, do not hesitate to call 911.
4. 4. Exit the building.

In all incidents, once the proper notification of authorities has been made, go to the street side entrance of the building and wait for the responding personnel and emergency agencies.