Emergency Procedures

Fire

In the event of a fire, follow the steps shown below.

1. Try to extinguish the fire, using one of the available fire extinguishers designated by visible signs in the hallway. If you can extinguish the fire, skip to step #8 below.
2. If you cannot extinguish the fire, sound alarm verbally and evacuate the building. Exit routes are posted in each building doorway.
3. Notify the Fire Department by telephoning 9-911 and relay the following information:
   1. Your name
   2. Location of fire. For example, Lee College, Moler Hall.
4. Notify Security Services at extension 6888 or 9-281-425-6888 who will sound building alarm and coordinate necessary evacuation procedures.
5. Be available when Fire Department arrives to tell where in the building the fire is located.
6. Stay out of the fire fighters’ way.
7. Try to account for all occupants of the building. The fire fighters will need to know about how many people may still be inside.
8. If you can extinguish the fire, notify Security Services at extension 6888 or 9-281-425-6888 and advise them where the fire occurred.