Fire Prevention

If you discover a fire or see smoke:

• If building alarm is not sounding, manually activate the alarm by using a fire alarm pull station located near an exit.
• Immediately exit the building.
• Dial the university's emergency center and Security (ext. 2100 and ext. 2222) or Sharjah Police Emergency (997) from the nearest safe phone.

If the building fire alarm is activated or someone informs you of a fire:

• Walk to the nearest exit. Do not use the elevators.
• If able, assist people with special needs.
• Notify the university emergency center and Security (ext. 2100 and ext. 2222) or Sharjah Police Emergency (997) if you know or suspect someone is trapped or still inside the building.
• Gather outside at a designated area away from the building and do not attempt to re-enter the building until authorized to do so by the emergency responders.

 If you are caught in smoke:

• Drop to your hands and knees and crawl toward the nearest exit.
• Stay low, as smoke will rise to ceiling level.
• Hold your breath as much as possible. Breathe through your nose and use a filter such as a shirt or towel.

If you are trapped in a room:

• Close as many doors as possible between you and the fire.
• Place a wet cloth around or under the door to help prevent smoke from entering the room.
• If room has an outside window, be prepared to signal someone outside.

If your clothing is on fire: Stop, Drop, Roll

• Roll around on floor to smother the flame.
• Only drench with water if the safety shower is immediately available.
• Obtain medical attention. Call ext 2699 or mobile 050 635 7651.
• Report the incident to the responsible supervisor.

Using a Fire Extinguisher

• Only use a fire extinguisher if the fire is very small and you have been trained to do it safely.
• If you can’t put out the fire, leave immediately and make sure the building alarm is activated and emergency personnel notified. (Total and immediate evacuation is the safest choice).