The Best Fire Plans At RCFEs
Having a plan in the event of a fire is critical, especially in places where elderly or disabled people are likely to need help. A number of acronyms for fire safety plans have been introduced. One popular one is the RACE fire emergency safety plan . The letters stand for the most important parts of emergency response. R . Rescue/remove. If anyone is in immediate danger, they may need assistance to escape. Those who are able should assist those who struggle to evacuate in a timely manner. Everyone else should remove themselves from danger and meet up at the emergency assembly point. A . Alarm. Immediately upon noticing a fire, alert others in the building, which can be as simple as shouting “fire!” As soon as possible, the emergency should be reported to the local disaster response team, whether by calling 911 or activating emergency alarms, if available. C . Contain. One simple way to contain fires and other hazards is to close doors and windows as you leave. Make sure everyone is sa