EMERGENCY EVACUATION PLANS
An emergency evacuation plan should be established for an actual fire alarm condition. For
example, the following steps are recommended by the National Fire Protection Association
and can be used as a guide in establishing an evacuation plan for your building.
Draw up a floor plan of your home. Show windows, doors, stairs, and rooftops that can be
used for escape. Indicate each occupant's escape routes. Always keep these routes free
from obstruction. Determine two means of escape from each room. One will be the normal
exit from the building. The other may be a window that opens easily. An escape ladder may
have to be located near the window if there is a long drop to the ground below. Set a
meeting place outdoors for a headcount of the building occupants. Practice escape
procedures. In a home, sleep with bedroom door closed; this will increase your escape time.
If you suspect fire, test the door for heat. If you think it is safe, brace your shoulder against
the door and open it cautiously. Be ready to slam the door if smoke or heat rush in. Practice
escaping to the outdoors and meeting in an assigned spot. Call the Fire Department from a
neighbour’s phone.
NOTE: After the installation of your Security System has been completed, notify your local
Fire and Police Departments to give them your name and address for their records. Early
warning fire detection is best achieved by the installation of fire detection equipment in all
rooms. also have other rights which vary from State to State.
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