RESIDENCE

If you are not in your room at the time of the alarm, do NOT return to it.
Leave immediately through the closest exit, closing doors behind you.
DO NOT USE THE ELEVATOR. Proceed with caution to ground level. Hold onto
the handrail for stability.
Proceed to designated assembly area as directed by members of the Residence
Life Staff.
Do not re-enter building until the signal has been given by the Fire Department,
Assistant Director or Head Don.
Persons remaining in the building, endanger not only their own lives, but also the lives of
firefighters Thus, everyone is expected to cooperate by evacuating the building immediately
upon hearing the alarm. Not doing so, will result in disciplinary action by the Residence Life
Staff and the Fire Department. (Category 2 offence, RDC, pages 64-65)
Fire Drills
A fire drill will be conducted at least once in your residence building to help you become
familiar with evacuation procedures. This drill will be treated as though it was a real
emergency, and you MUST leave the residence during the drill. Residents who fail
to evacuate will face disciplinary sanctions. (Category 2 offence, RDC, pages 64-65)
Heat/Smoke Detectors
A heat or smoke detector has been mounted in your residence room. These detectors are
extremely sensitive and will sound if fire safety regulations are not followed. Please take
the following precautions to ensure the proper operation of your smoke detector:
If your smoke detector is working, the light should be on. If the red light is not on,
contact your Don immediately.
Do not use any type of plug in air freshener as a buildup of scent will activate
the smoke detectors.
Do not cover or obstruct your smoke detector in any way.
Do not remove cover or detach wires within smoke detector.
If your smoke detector activates and there is no fire or smoke, report it to your Don.
Fire Alarms
The floors of all residence buildings and houses are equipped with manual fire alarm
systems consisting of pull stations and horns. Most are also equipped with automatic fire
alarms consisting of heat and smoke detectors. Some residence halls or common areas
are equipped with automatic sprinkler systems. For your safety, never tamper with these
systems. False fire alarms are dangerous to residents and emergency personnel who must
respond. Causing a false fire alarm is also illegal and will result in a termination of your
Residence Contract within 48 hours notification by the Assistant Director, and possible fines
or imprisonment by the London Police. (Category 2 offence, RDC, pages 64-65)
Fire Extinguishers
Fire extinguishers are located on each floor in each building. Use a portable fire extinguisher
only in case of emergency, and only if you have been trained to do so. Irresponsible use
of a fire extinguisher can create a dangerous situation for other residents and could result
in damage to personal property. Tampering with fire extinguishers or other fire equipment
will result in disciplinary action; up to and including termination of your Residence Contract
on 48 hours notification by the Assistant Director. (Category 2 offence, RDC, pages 64-65)
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