Fire

Fires can quickly lead to serious injuries and/or death, especially by asphyxiation. Fire drills and emergency preparedness can mitigate such consequences.

STAY CALM

If you hear the fire alarm:

• Refer to the evacuation section

If you smell burning:

• Contact Security Services at 6666 internally or 204.786.6666 from an outside line.
• Wait in a safe location until Security Services attends.
• Direct Security Services to the area where the smell was detected.

If you discover fire or smoke:

• Warn people nearby.
• Act as a first responder only if you are trained, equipped and it is safe to do so.
• Pull the nearest fire alarm pull station and/or call 911 and then Security Services by dialing 6666 internally or 204.786.6666 from a outside line.
• Evacuate the building immediately using the nearest safe exit.
• Do not use the elevators.
• If your office door is hot and you cannot exit, remain in your office, and seal the bottom of the door to prevent smoke from coming in. Contact Security Services or 911 to let them know your location.
• Persons with disabilities should arrange for a “buddy” to help in evacuation. If further assistance is needed contact Security at 6666 internally or 204.786.6666 from an outside line. An individual emergency plan can also be developed ahead of time, please visit the Individualized Emergency Plan webpage.