ADT Security Services Safewatch Plus Enterpreneur Security Systems - Manual (Page 19)

Emergency Evacuation Plan
Preparation and education are of prime importance in the prevention of fire. An
emergency
evacuation
should be established BEFORE an emergency situation
arises. Your system may or may not contain detection and notification
equipment. Be sure to have your installer explain and that you fully understand
exactly what your system consists of. Use the following steps in establishing an
emergency evacuation plan:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Evaluate all possible escape routes from your home and draw a floor plan.
Select two exit escape routes from each
Provide emergency escape ladders for rooms above the first floor. Check
the ladders to be sure that they will reach the ground.
Draw a rough sketch of your escape plan so that everyone is familiar with it.
Practice your escape plan to assure that everyone knows what they have to
do in an emergency situation.
6. Establish a meeting place outside where your family is to report.
7. Advise the local fire authority if you have installed a fire alarm system.
Discuss the wlth all
residents:
1.
2.
3.
Familiarity with alarm signals.
Status of bedroom doors.
Testing of door during a fire and use of alternate escape routes if HOT to
touch.
4. Crawling and holding breath techniques during a fire.
5. Escape FAST, DO NOT STOP for packing.
6. Emphasize that no one is to return to a burning building.
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