Tenant Handbook
Fire and/or Hazardous Spill
Upon discovery of a fire or hazardous spill:
- Immediately alert the building occupants by pulling the fire alarm (if your building is equipped with manual pull stations) and/or verbally notifying those around you that there is an emergency. Advise them to evacuate
- Call 911 from a safe location
- Provide the following information:
- Identify yourself
- Report the address of the fire or spill
- Provide details of the emergency
Important DO’S:
- Use stairwell exits only – not elevators
- Avoid smoke or vapors
- If caught in heavy smoke, take short breaths and breath through your nose
- Stay low. Crawl if necessary. There will be less smoke near the floor
Important DON’TS:
- Do not panic
- Do not attempt to fight the fire
- Do not use elevators