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ATTACHMENT 1 Fire Safety Procedures for On-Campus Housing

Fire safety is a top priority in Eastern Florida State College housing . It is vital that all members of the housing community understand and follow all rules and regulations set forth by Eastern Florida State College . Fires can present a serious risk in residential housing . They often start as a result of carelessness involving cooking , matches , and any smoking products . Many fires can be avoided through caution and common sense . Housing residents can protect themselves and their neighbors by accepting their responsibility to keep residences safe from fire . This can be accomplished through minimal planning and awareness . Information regarding fire drills and fires reported in residential housing can be found in the Eastern Florida State College Annual Security Report . The following information applies to Eastern Florida State College On-Campus Housing .

Fires and Emergency Evacuation If a fire or suspicious smoke is observed , activate the nearest pull station to sound the building alarm , call 911 , and proceed to the nearest exit to the building ’ s closest evacuation location . Campus Security and local Fire Rescue will respond to the sounding alarm and will direct residents accordingly . Always follow the directions of EFSC Security Staff and the Police or Fire Department .

Evacuation Procedures When an alarm sounds , all residents and their guests must immediately evacuate the building using the nearest exit , closing doors behind you , and proceed to the building ’ s rally point . Use stairwells where available instead of elevators . Do not rush out into the hallway . If the door to evacuate is closed , first , feel the door by gently applying the back of your hand . If it is hot , use another way out . If the door is cool , you may leave through that door and locate the nearest exit . It is mandatory that all residents and guests evacuate the building , whether it is a drill , an active fire , or other threat-related incident . Failure to evacuate a building when an alarm has sounded or when directed by EFSC Security and / or staff , the Police , and / or Fire Department is strictly prohibited and may result in a Student Code of Conduct Violation and / or termination of the resident ’ s housing agreement . Stand out of the way of EFSC staff and other personnel as they work to manage the incident .

Window Procedures Windows are to remain closed and locked at all times except in cases of an emergency .

If You Are Unable to Evacuate Smoke rises , so the cleanest air is near the floor . If the planned escape route becomes smoky , crawl out of the building on your hands and knees . If escaping the room is not possible , stuff wet towels , sheets , and / or clothes around the door and vents to keep smoke out . Call 911 and provide them with your location . If there is no smoke entering

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