Fire
Treat all alarms as real and evacuate when you hear the fire alarm or when directed by Security Services or an Emergency Warden. You can prepare for an evacuation by knowing the location of your nearest primary and alternate exit routes, fire alarm pull-stations, fire extinguishers and muster point, wherever you are on campus. For more information, visit the Environmental Health and Safety fire drill website.
What to do
If you encounter a fire or smoke:
- Pull the nearest manual fire alarm pull station if the alarm has not been activated.
- Evacuate immediately using the nearest safe exit. Remain calm, do not run and follow any instructions given by Security Services or Emergency Wardens (identifiable by brightly coloured vests).
- Only take personal items that are in direct reach of you. Do not return to an office, classroom or locker to retrieve belongings.
- Close doors as you evacuate but do not lock them.
- When safe to do so, call 911, followed by Security Services at 403.440.5900. Go to the nearest Muster Point.
- Do not return to the building until advised by Security Services or an Emergency Warden.
If you hear the fire alarm:
- Exit the building immediately using the nearest safe exit. Remain calm, do not run and follow any instructions given by Security Services or Emergency Wardens (identifiable by brightly coloured vests).
- Only take personal items that are in direct reach of you. Do not return to an office, classroom or locker to retrieve belongings.
- Close doors as you evacuate but do not lock them.
- If you need additional assistance, locate a member of Security Services or an Emergency Warden or call Security Services at 403.440.5900. If at any time you feel unsafe, call 911.
- Once outside, go to the nearest Muster Point.
- Do not return to the building until advised by Security Services or an Emergency Warden.