Fire evacuation

The special precautions appropriate for entry into confined spaces are summarized in Chapter 13. In fires, evacuation of burning buildings, prohibition on re-entry and the use of self-contained breathing apparatus by fire-fighters are key precautions. 

In the event of fire, evacuate the area and if possible shut off oxygen supply. Extinguish with water spray unless electrical equipment is involved, when carbon dioxide extinguishers should be used. 

Controlling the incident is first priority. Until Incident Command has extinguished fires, evacuated injured personnel, completed a headcount, and contained spills/stopped releases, the control of the incident is first priority. 

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use personal protective equipment as required. DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives. Explosion risk in case of fire. Evacuate area. Store... (in accordance with local/regional/national/intemational regulation). Dispose of contents/container to. .. (in accordance with local/regionaEnational/intemational regulation). 

In case of fire, evacuate area. Explosion risk in case of fire. 

Know your school s fire-evacuation routes. 

Fire evacuation drills are held at least annually in this building and are critiqued and documented. Prior to holding a fire evacuation drill where the alarm is to be triggered, the Electric Shop and the University s Fire Marshal are notified. 

Fire Evacuation Drills - All building occupants must be familiar with what they should do during an evacuation. The most effective method of familiarizing them is to hold a fire drill at least annually. Holding a fire drill has other advantages, as well. It will provide you with an opportunity to evaluate your notification and evacuation procedures, and it will give you an opportunity to test your fire alarm system and make occupants aware of the sound. 

Dry material is highiy expiosive (50% more powerful than TNT). Usually moistened with up to 15% water to reduce the risk of explosion. Heat or contact with mercury fulminate can cause detonation. Contact with combustible materials, strong acids, strong oxidizers, isopropyl percarbonate, nitrosyl perchlorate may cause fire and explosion. Incompatible with aqueous alkaline solutions inorganic hydroxides aldehydes, acids, cellulose nitrate (of high surface area), cresols, isocyanates, nitrates, nitric acid, organic anhydrides, phenols, sulfinic acid. In case of fire, evacuate immediately. 

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