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FITZWILLIAM COLLEGE ACCOMMODATION HANDBOOK
APPENDIX 2
ACTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN THE EVENT OF FIRE (GENERAL)
(Fellows, Students, Staff and Visitors)
IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY - YOUR LIFE MAY DEPEND UPON IT
- To read this notice carefully.
- To find out the location of the nearest Fire Alarm Call Point (Break Glass) and
the nearest Fire Extinguisher.
- To familiarise yourself with all the possible means of escape in the event of a
fire.
- To keep fire doors closed (they must NOT be wedged open).
- To keep landings, staircases and other escape routes clear of obstructions at
all times.
ACTION TO BE TAKEN IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE
IN THE EVENT OF AN ALARM SOUNDING
- Use the nearest available exit.
- Do not stop to collect personal belongings.
- Ensure all doors and windows are closed (not locked) on vacating the room.
- Do not re-enter the building.
- Proceed to your allocated Assembly Point.
IF YOU DISCOVER A FIRE
- Operate the nearest Fire Alarm Call Point (Break Glass).
- Do not take any unnecessary risks.
- Close but do not lock all windows and doors on your way out.
- Inform Porters in person if safe to do so.
- Proceed to the designated assembly point
FIRE ALARM PREVENTION
GYP ROOMS
- Never leave items being cooked (including toast) unattended.
- Never remove burning items from Gyp Rooms.
IMPORTANT STUDENT NOTES
- Frying is not permitted.
- Candles are not permitted.
- Overnight Guests must be registered with the Porters Lodge.
- Students breaking College Fire regulations will be referred to the Dean.
FIRE DRILLS (ATTENDED BY THE FIRE BRIGADE) ARE CARRIED OUT
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