Emergency Procedures
In Case of Fire: R.A.C.E.
R – Rescue
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Rescue and relocate anyone in immediate danger. |
A – Alert
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Alert others by activating the building fire alarm. |
C – Confine
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Confine the emergency by closing the doors. |
E – Evacuate
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Evacuate to the designated building evacuation assembly area immediately. Use stairwells—DO NOT USE ELEVATORS. |
Fire Extinguisher Operation: P.A.S.S.
P – Pull
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Pull the pin from the extinguisher. |
A – Aim
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Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire. |
S – Squeeze
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Squeeze the handle. |
S – Sweep
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Sweep from side to side. |
Active Attack: A.D.D.
A – Avoid
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When there is an active attack, and when safe to do so, dial 781-239-5555 or dial 911 if off campus. |
D – Deny
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When getting away is difficult or not possible. |
D – Defend
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Protect yourself when feasible and appropriate. |
How To Respond to an Active Threat (ALERRT)