Determine possible escape routes and locations of nearest building exits
Know the outdoor location where all lab personnel can reconvene (refer to Emergency Evacuation Maps)
All staff are required to exit the building when the fire alarm is activated.
Respond
Call 9-1-1 and report incident to your supervisor
Obtain medical attention
Follow RACE:
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
Alert all individuals in the laboratory and activate alarm
All staff are required to exit the building when the fire alarm is activated
Ensure you have an exit path away from the fire
Avoid smoke or fumes as much as possible
Remain accessible and have a person knowledgeable of the incident available to talk with emergency responders once it is safe to do so
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
If it is safe to do so, and if time permits, complete the following steps prior to exiting the space:
Turn off flames and other ignition sources
Close the fume hood sash
Close all hazardous materials containers, biohazards, chemicals and radiation
Turn off electrical equipment
Turn off gases and secure gas cylinders that are in use.
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately.