Relocate: Be aware of those who may need immediate assistance and guide people away from danger
Before opening any door, feel doorknob with the back of your hand. If hot, do not open
Alarm: Pull fire alarm to alert others. Call 911 immediately; then, call the Facilities Management to report exact location of fire/smoke
If alarm fails to operate, warn nearby occupants by knocking on doors and shouting warnings only if safe and time permits
Confine: Close doors (do not lock) as you exit if it is safe to do so. Shut off fuel sources such as piped or bottled gas, only if safe and time permits
Evacuate: Leave the building and move towards your assembly area. Do not use the elevator. Alert emergency responders of individuals who are trapped or unaccounted for
If there is smoke, stay low and crawl to the nearest exit
Use a fire extinguisher to put out a minor fire
Follow P.A.S.S.:
Pull the pin or the ring
Aim nozzle at the base of fire from about 8 feet away
Squeeze or press the handle to activate discharge
Sweep the nozzle slowly from side to side, aiming at the base of the fire
Continue discharge until fire is extinguished or extinguisher is empty
Clothing Fire
Stop, drop and roll!
This will help smother the flame. If a safety shower is near, drench the fire with water
Do not return to the building until emergency officials deem safe to do so
If trapped during fire:
Call 911 and tell them your exact location and situation
Place a blanket or similar article that is preferably wet along the bottom of the door to keep smoke out
Retreat. Close as many doors between you and the fire as possible
Hang a light-colored material out the window to attract the attention of rescue teams below if possible
