FIRE EVACUATION PROCEDURE

Company: [COMPANY NAME]
Effective Date: [DATE]
Review Date: [DATE]
Procedure Number: FE-001

1. PURPOSE

This procedure establishes the steps to be followed in the event of a fire emergency to ensure the safe and orderly evacuation of all personnel from the building.

2. SCOPE

This procedure applies to all employees, contractors, visitors, and other persons present in [FACILITY NAME] during a fire emergency.

3. RESPONSIBILITIES

Fire Wardens:
• Ensure orderly evacuation of assigned areas
• Conduct headcount at assembly points
• Report status to Emergency Coordinator

Employees:
• Follow evacuation procedures immediately
• Assist visitors and disabled persons
• Report to designated assembly area

Emergency Coordinator:
• Coordinate with fire department
• Make decisions about re-entry
• Communicate with management

4. PROCEDURE

IMMEDIATE ACTIONS:
1. Upon discovering a fire:
   - Activate nearest fire alarm pull station
   - Call Fire Department (911)
   - Alert people in immediate danger
   - Attempt to extinguish ONLY if:
     * Fire is small (smaller than a wastepaper basket)
     * You are trained in extinguisher use
     * Your exit route remains clear
     * You feel confident you can extinguish it

2. Upon hearing fire alarm:
   - Stop all activities immediately
   - Save work and shut down equipment if time permits
   - Do not use elevators
   - Proceed to nearest exit using designated evacuation routes
   - Walk quickly but do not run
   - Stay low if smoke is present

EVACUATION ROUTES:
Primary Route from [AREA]: [DETAILED ROUTE]
Secondary Route from [AREA]: [DETAILED ROUTE]

ASSEMBLY POINTS:
Primary Assembly Point: [LOCATION WITH LANDMARKS]
Secondary Assembly Point: [LOCATION WITH LANDMARKS]

SPECIAL PROCEDURES:
Disabled Persons:
• Persons unable to use stairs should proceed to designated refuge areas
• Fire Wardens will ensure fire department is notified of their location
• Never use elevators during fire emergency

Visitors:
• Employees should assist visitors to nearest exit
• Escort visitors to assembly point
• Include visitors in headcount

After Hours:
• Security personnel will initiate evacuation procedures
• Follow same evacuation routes
• Report to security at assembly point

5. ASSEMBLY POINT PROCEDURES

Upon reaching assembly point:
1. Report to your designated Fire Warden
2. Remain in assigned groups
3. Do not leave assembly area
4. Await further instructions
5. Do not re-enter building until all-clear is given

Fire Warden Duties at Assembly Point:
1. Conduct headcount of assigned personnel
2. Report missing persons immediately to Emergency Coordinator
3. Provide information to fire department
4. Keep personnel away from building and emergency vehicles
5. Relay instructions from Emergency Coordinator

6. RE-ENTRY PROCEDURES

Re-entry is only permitted when:
• Fire department gives all-clear
• Emergency Coordinator authorizes re-entry
• Building systems are confirmed operational
• All hazards have been addressed

7. TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

All personnel must receive fire evacuation training:
• During new employee orientation
• Annually thereafter
• After any changes to procedures
• Following any fire emergency

Fire Wardens require additional training:
• Initial 4-hour fire warden training
• Annual 2-hour refresher training
• Quarterly evacuation drills

8. FIRE PREVENTION

Daily Practices:
• Keep exits and evacuation routes clear
• Properly dispose of smoking materials
• Report fire hazards immediately
• Maintain good housekeeping
• Follow hot work permit procedures

Monthly Inspections:
• Fire extinguishers
• Exit signs and emergency lighting
• Fire doors and hardware
• Evacuation route signage

9. EMERGENCY CONTACTS

Fire Department: 911
Emergency Coordinator: [NAME] - [PHONE]
Facility Manager: [NAME] - [PHONE]
Security: [PHONE]

10. FIRE EXTINGUISHER LOCATIONS

[LIST ALL FIRE EXTINGUISHER LOCATIONS BY AREA]

Type A: Ordinary combustibles (wood, paper, cloth)
Type B: Flammable liquids (gasoline, oil, grease)
Type C: Electrical equipment
Type D: Combustible metals
Type K: Cooking oils and fats

Remember: PASS Method
P - Pull the pin
A - Aim at base of fire
S - Squeeze the handle
S - Sweep side to side

11. COMMUNICATION DURING EMERGENCY

• Use designated radio channels
• Avoid using cell phones near fire area
• Follow chain of command for information
• Do not spread rumors or unconfirmed information

12. POST-EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

After the emergency:
1. Conduct debriefing session
2. Document lessons learned
3. Update procedures if necessary
4. Provide counseling support if needed
5. Investigate cause and implement corrective actions

Approved by: _________________ Date: _______
[EMERGENCY COORDINATOR]

Reviewed by: _________________ Date: _______
[SAFETY MANAGER]

Document Control:
Version: 2.0
Next Review: [DATE]
Distribution: All Departments