Fire
In the Event of a Fire:
Pull the Fire Alarm and Call 911
If you see smoke or flames:
Use CARE:
- Contain the fire by closing all doors as you leave
- Activate the nearest Fire Alarm pull station (Pull stations are located near all building exits)
- Report the fire by calling 911.
- Evacuate or extinguish (In most cases, it is best to Evacuate)
Use a Fire Extinguisher only if:
- You have been trained.
- You have your back to an unobstructed exit.
- You have a fully charged and proper type unit for the fire you are fighting
- The fire is contained, and you have reported the fire by calling 911 or activation of a Fire Alarm Pull Station
- Everyone else has left the area.
- There is little smoke or flames.
Never fight a fire if:
- You lack a safe way to escape should your efforts fail
- It has left its source of origin.
- You are unsure of the type of extinguisher you need or have
- If you can’t control the fire within 30 seconds, abandon your efforts, close the door(s), and evacuate immediately.
Do not ignore an alarm signal, even if you believe it may be false.