FIRE
GENERAL PROCEDURES
- Activate the alarm by pulling the fire alarm and/or call 911.
- Only properly trained employees should attempt to
extinguish a fire.
- Walk quickly in an orderly fashion to the nearest building exit
and promptly vacate the facility.
- DO NOT USE ELEVATORS. USE
THE STAIRS.
- Try to assist anyone who is disabled or injured to evacuate.
- To reduce fire or smoke damage, close all doors and windows
when leaving the room and the hallways if you have time.
- Report any hazardous conditions to the Reno Fire Department
or call 911 dispatcher.
- Do not re-enter the building until instructed to do so by
emergency responders.
IF YOU ARE TRAPPED IN A BUILDING DURING A FIRE:
- Stay close to the floor where the air is less toxic.
- Shout at regular intervals to alert emergency crews of your location.
- If smoke is entering the room through cracks in the door, stuff wet
clothing in the cracks to slow the flow.
- If your clothes catch fire, drop to the floor and roll to smother the fire,
or smother the fire with a blanket, rug, or heavy coat.
AFTER A FIRE:
- Residual dangers may exist. Do not enter restricted areas
without official authorization.
