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 safely out of a room and close the door to keep smoke and flames from spreading as quickly.

E. Extinguish. If it is safe to do so, fire extinguishers can be used to remove the emergency. This is
applicable if the fire is small, the room is safe to enter, and proper equipment is available, otherwise, evacuation is the best policy.

RACE fire safety can also stand for “Raise alarm, Assist, Contain, and Evacuate,” which is the same idea, just in a different order. During a fire, whether large or small, it’s essential to evaluate risks and remove danger as quickly as possible.

Emergency Planning

As part of your emergency planning, make sure everyone in the building is aware of RACE fire safety or another helpful plan. You might choose a more comprehensive plan that includes your emergency meeting point, and specifics of who is responsible for various tasks, but an acronym can be a great start that’s easy for everyone to remember.

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