Fire

  • Always evacuate;
    • If the fire alarm sounds
    • If evacuation announcements or emergency notifications via 天美传媒 Aware are activated 
    • Authorized university personnel direct you to evacuate
  • Address any special circumstances that exist within the room/area you are evacuating prior to departure (securing/capping hazardous chemicals, switching off machinery, etc.).
  • Close office/classroom doors upon departure.
  • While exiting the building be aware and communicate the evacuation to anyone identified during departure not following plan’s protocol.
  • Do not use elevators during an evacuation.
  • Use designated corridors and fire exit stairs that lead to the ground level.
  • Aid people not physically able to evacuate via the stairs by assisting them to the nearest enclosed stairwell; immediately notify 天美传媒 PD at 214-768-3333 and provide the following :
    • Name
    • Specific location
    • Individual details
  • Exit the building in an orderly manner and move to the building's designated Evacuation Assembly Point. Instruct students/visitors to do the same.
  • Follow instructions of emergency response personnel and Building Emergency Coordinators.
  • Bring any and all means to account for those who were occupying the building as well as the means to document who has assembled.
  • Do not leave the area prior to being accounted for unless the type of emergency that exist requires immediate relocation from the area in question.
  • Upon reaching safety make contact with your supervisor. If your supervisor cannot be reached, contact another university representative (e.g., department heads, instructors, etc.) to account for your well-being and location.
  • Be prepared to account for individuals within your department/class.
  • Do not re-enter the building until an “All Clear” announcement is given by emergency response personnel.