[s16e6] Fire Escape May 2026

Test alarms monthly and ensure they are present on every level and in sleeping areas. ### 2. Evacuation Protocol (During a Fire)

Ensure windows and doors are not painted shut or blocked by furniture. [S16E6] Fire Escape

Select a fixed, safe location outside (e.g., a tree, mailbox, or neighbor's house) where all members will meet. Test alarms monthly and ensure they are present

Close doors and use tape or clothing to seal cracks to keep smoke out. Call emergency services. 3. Special Considerations Select a fixed, safe location outside (e

Draw a floor plan outlining all doors and windows, identifying two exit routes from every room.

In apartment buildings, it may be safer to "shelter in place" if the fire is not in your unit. Practice: Conduct drills, including at night, to prepare. 4. Fire Escape Maintenance (Exterior Structures)