Preparing a Fire Escape Plan

Even with the most advanced fire alarm system, adequate protection requires an escape plan.
To prepare your plan, draw floor plans of your building. (space is provided on the next page) Show two exits - a front or
back door and a window from each room. (Make sure each window works. You may need a special fire-escape ladder if
the window is high up.) Write down your outside meeting place.

Family Rehearsal

Rehearse each of the following activities:
1Everyone in his room with the doors closed.
2One person sounds the alarm.
3Each person tests his door.
4Pretend that the door is hot and use the alternate escape exit.
5Everyone meets outdoors at the assigned spot.

Important! - Read Carefully

Discuss each of these escape procedures with all those who
use the building.
1In a residence, sleep with the bedroom door closed.
2When the fire alarm signals, escape quickly. Do not stop to pack.
3Test the door. If it is hot, use your alternate route through the window.
If the door is cool, brace your shoulder against it and open it cautiously.
Be ready to slam the door if smoke or heat rushes in. Crawl through the
smoke, holding your breath. Close the doors again on leaving to help
prevent the fire from spreading.
4Go to your specific outdoor meeting place so you can see that everyone is safe.
5Call the Fire Department from a neighbor’s telephone.
Fire Protection
Would You Like More Safety Informa-
tion?
For more information on home fire detection,
burn safety, and home fire safety, write to:
National Fire Protection Association,
Public Affairs Dept. 05A,
Batterymarch Plaza,
Quincy, MA 02269
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