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Brandeis University Dept. of Environmental Health and Safety

FIRE SAFETY BASIC FACTS

 In 2005 there were 3,300 university dormitory fires in the

United States.

 Cooking appliances and practices are the cause in as much as

72% of dorm fires.

 Most injuries (56%) are caused when an occupant attempts

to suppress the fire.

 Smoke can fill a space in as little as 30 seconds and heat at

eye levels can be in excess of 600 oF

TIPS FOR PREVENTION AND RESPONSE

 Evacuate EVERY time you hear a fire alarm.

 DO NOT tamper with smoke detectors, pull stations or fire

extinguishers. DON’T hang stuff from sprinkler pipes. DO report

any damage.

 Make sure ALL fire doors are closed and hallways are clear

at all times.  Don’t overload electrical circuits; don’t run extension cords

under rugs.

 Use stairs to evacuate NOT elevators. Know your

evacuation route.

 Be aware of Pull – Aim- Squeeze - Sweep for fire extinguisher

use. DO NOT put yourself or others in danger trying to extinguish

fires!! GET OUT!

 No smoking in University buildings.

(For additional information contact the EH&S Office at 64262.) See also: www.brandeis.edu/ehs and http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/citizens/college/index.shtm