Preparation Planning for Emergencies

Pre-planning for emergencies is a crucial element of the plan. The following steps should be taken in planning for emergency evacuation of each building  

Evacuation route diagrams have been approved by the HSO or Safety Division and are posted on all floors and at all exits, elevator lobbies, training/conference rooms, and major building junctions. 

Occupants do not block exits, hoses, extinguishers, corridors or stairs by storage or rearrangement of furniture or equipment. Good housekeeping is everyone s responsibility. 

All Floor Marshals have been trained in their specific duties and all building occupants have been instructed in what to do in case of an emergency evacuation. 

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. 

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