Fire Safety Policy

Although the university’s building construction offers an unusually high level of fire resistivity, fires can occur. If a fire does start, even when it might appear to be under control, please initiate a fire alarm if one has not already been triggered automatically and immediately evacuate the building. Remember that even a small smoky fire can produce toxic fumes which can endanger your health. The initiation of a fire alarm sends an automatic signal to the fire department (except residence areas) and they will respond immediately. The building may only be re-occupied after the fire department and/or other authorized personnel have declared the building to be safe. For information about fire safety in the residence areas, refer to the Housing and Residential Life section of this handbook.