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Action in the Event of a Fire Alarm

On hearing the fire alarm (continuously), all students and staff must evacuate the building immediately via the nearest available exit and proceed to the designated Assembly Point.

Please note a test alarm will sound each week for a short period, no action is required.

MTC: between 8.00-8.30 each Thursday

Beehive: Tuesday mornings

If you have a visual, hearing or mobility impairment that makes it more difficult for you to evacuate or hear the fire alarm, you will need a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP). Please complete the online self-assessment form.

ON HEARING THE FIRE ALARM:

  • Close all windows and doors (do not lock doors)
  • Vacate the area immediately and leave the building via the nearest emergency exit route as denoted by the GREEN RUNNING MEN signs. Assist others to leave the building where it is safe to do so.
  • Proceed to the Assembly point

DO NOT delay to collect personal belongings.

DO NOT use lifts.

DO NOT return to the building until notified it is safe to do so by the Community Safety Team, even if the alarm stops.

Fire doors should be kept clear from obstruction and remain closed to prevent a fire spreading in an emergency.

Exit sign (green running man)
assembly point gibbet hill

The Gibbet Hill Assembly Point is located within Car Park 1A.

beehive assembly point

The Beehive Assembly Point is located at the front of the building.

In an emergency (fire, police, ambulance) call 22222 from any internal phone or 02476 7652 2222 from a mobile to summon the emergency services – this will connect you to Community Safety

Off campus call 999 for emergency services