If you hear the fire alarm sound, evacuate immediately! Check door for signs of fire Close doors behind you to prevent fire & smoke spread Keep storage 24” from the ceiling

Do not use extension cords as permanent wiring Use power strips with surge protection. –Power strips must be plugged directly into an outlet. –Do not connect in series When on campus dial in an emergency!

(936) will connect you with PVAMU DPS Dispatcher who in turn dispatches Police, Fire, Ambulance or HazMat assistance.(936) will connect you with PVAMU DPS Dispatcher who in turn dispatches Police, Fire, Ambulance or HazMat assistance.

Fire Alarm Systems Sprinkler Systems Fire Extinguishers Evacuation Plans

A FAS consists of: –Fire Alarm Control Panel –Detection Devices –Manual Pull Stations –Audio/Visual Devices

Sprinkler heads have a specific heat rating Once that temperature is reached the sprinkler head will “pop” and water will discharge Do all sprinkler heads pop at the same time? Keep storage at least 18” below the bottom of a sprinkler head

Should –Be used on the class of fire for which they are designed. –Be used by those trained in the proper use of extinguishers.* –Be within 75 feet travel distance..

* EHSD offers hands-on training on the proper use of portable fire extinguishers

Should NOT... –Be blocked by chemicals or other items. –Be used when the fire is large. –Be used as coat racks.

Keep Fire Extinguishers clear and visible

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