Residence Halls Fire Drills

The safety and well being of our students are primary concerns. We are especially concerned about Residence Hall Fire Safety. The University insists that all students who live in the Residence Halls comply with the FIRE SAFETY REGULATIONS:

• Fire extinguishers, fire alarms, smoke detectors, and other fire prevention equipment are provided in the residential halls as safeguards for students and their property. Tampering with fire safety equipment is prohibited and false fire alarms will result in disciplinary action.

• Overloaded electrical circuits are hazardous. The University does not permit the use of electrical appliances, other cooking devices, and sun and halogen lamps.

• Under the direction of the Residence Hall Coordinator, fire drills are scheduled.

• Residents will be given detailed instructions on regulations and procedures for fire drills in their living areas. Failure to respond to, or in any way inhibit, a fire drill will result in severe disciplinary action.

• All fire alarms are considered fire alerts, and the building must be evacuated immediately. Participation in fire drills is mandatory.

FIRE DRILL/EVACUATION PROCEDURE

When An Alarm Sounds:

• Follow exit routes as posted in the residence halls.
• Under no circumstances should a student enter a smoke filled area.
• All Resident Assistants will check to see that all students living in their assigned area of responsibility are clear of their rooms and the entire area before leaving the floor.
• Designated rooms in each residence hall have been especially equipped for physically challenged persons. It is the responsibility of the resident assistant and staff person on duty to assure the immediate evacuation of physically challenged persons in their area.
• NOTE: Elevators are automatically turned off when there is a fire.
• All students must evacuate the building. The building and adjacent area around the building must be completely cleared.
• An “All CLEAR” signal will be given by a staff member, at which time students may return to the building.

 FIRE SAFETY IS A STATE OF MIND!!!
These regulations will be strictly enforced