FIRE SAFETY TIPS FOR STUDENTS
Otterbein University Police Department
194 West Main Street
(614) 823-1222
police@otterbein.edu
Fire Safety Tips
 Feel the door handle
- If the door handle is hot, don’t open it
- Go to a window and call for help
 Get out of the building before calling for help
- Don’t take time to call before leaving
- Get out and find a phone
 Pull fire alarm on your way out
 Don’t look for other people or gather your belongings
- Knock on doors as you leave
- Yell “FIRE” as you leave
Fire Safety Tips (cont.)
 Crawl low to the floor
- Thick smoke can make it impossible to see
- Toxic chemicals from smoke can be deadly in minutes
 Close the door behind you
- You may help keep the fire from spreading
- You may protect your possessions from fire and smoke
damage
 If you can’t get out, get someone’s attention
- Yell and scream
- Stay low, there is less smoke and poisonous
gases close to the floor
Prevention
 Take responsibility for prevention
- Assign a non-impaired “event monitor”
- Clean up immediately after parties and take all trash
outside
- Do not overload electrical outlets
- Extinguish all smoking materials thoroughly
Protection
 Check Smoke Alarms
- Verify they are in proper working condition
- Install new batteries at the beginning of each quarter
 Plan Escapes Routes
- Know where all exits are located in the building
- Practice your escape plans
 Take Fire Alarms Seriously
- Don’t ignore fire alarms
- Don’t wait to see fire or smoke
EXTINGUISER USE
If you need to use an extinguisher, remember “P-A-S-S”
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PULL
The safety pin at the top of the extinguisher
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AIM
The nozzle or hose at the base of the flames. Stay between six and eight feet away
from the flames
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SQUEEZE
Press the handle
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SWEEP
From side to side at the base of the fire until it goes out
By following these procedures, a fire can be extinguished in the
quickest and safest manner possible.
Is This Authorized?
Power cords with missing insulation are NOT AUTHORIZED.
Extended use will cause the wire clamp to cut into
the wire.
Is This Authorized?
Ungrounded ZIP Cords are NOT AUTHORIZED.
They are made of thin wire and will melt under
heavy loads.
Is This Authorized?
Power cords with exposed electrical
wires are NOT AUTHORIZED.
Is This Authorized?
Overloading multiple adaptors in an electrical
outlet is NOT AUTHORIZED
Is This Authorized?
NOT AUTHORIZED. All appliances, including heaters, microwaves,
coffee makers, irons, TV’s, etc., should be plugged directly into an
outlet – not an extension cord.
Extended use may cause the cord to overheat and
short out.
Is This Authorized?
NOT AUTHORIZED. All appliances, including heaters, microwaves,
coffee makers, irons, TV’s, etc., should be plugged directly into an
outlet – Not an FMO.
Adding several high wattage appliances to one FMO
may cause the unit to overheat.
Is This Authorized?
“Daisy Chaining” or plugging in multiple FMOs is NOT
AUTHORIZED.
Are These Authorized?
Halogen lamps or decorative lamps with plastic lamp
shades are NOT AUTHORIZED.
Is This Authorized?
The storing of all sporting equipment, furniture, trash,
etc., on walkways, landings and stairs is NOT
AUTHORIZED.
These areas must remain clear at all times.
Is This Authorized?
NOT AUTHORIZED. All charcoal and gas grills must be
used away from all builds and overhangs
Is This Authorized?
The blocking of any electrical panel is NOT AUTHORIZED.
A five foot clearance must be maintained around all
electical panels at all times.
Is This Authorized?
The removal of or tampering with all smoke detectors and other fire
safety equipment is NOT AUTHORIZED.
Is This Authorized?
Storing or stacking combustible materials near
the ceiling is NOT AUTHORIZED.
Is This Authorized?
Hanging or draping combustible materials from ceilings,
Doorways and light fixtures is NOT AUTHORIZED.
Are These Authorized?
The burning of all candles and incense is NOT AUTHORIZED.
Authorized Electrical Appliances
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Hairdryer
Curling Iron
Electric Razor
Iron (Auto Shutoff)
Fan
Stereo
Alarm Clock
• Television
• Microwave (700w)
• Computer
• Refrigerator (>6’)
• Popcorn popper
(hot air)
• VCR/DVD player
Unauthorized Electrical Appliances
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Halogen Lamps
Open or Closed Coil Appliances
Hot Plates
Answering Machines
Heat or Sun Lamps
Space Heaters
Electric Frying Pans or Griddles
Authorized Appliances
Commons and Theme Houses Only
• Toasters
• Coffee Makers
• George Foreman grills (or similar brands)
• Note: Portable air condition units are authorized as
long as the appropriate medical documentation has
been submitted through Student Affairs by the
deadline indicated on the Student Housing
Information Form.
Minor Fire Safety Violation
Minor Fire Safety Violation (candles, halogen lamps/bulbs, coil
appliances, incense)
• Possible Sanctions, but not limited to:
1. Special Assignments
2. Monetary Fine
3. Restitution
4. Restricted Access
5. Living Unit Probation
6. Living Unit Dismissal
7. Disciplinary Probation
8. Disciplinary Probation with Restrictions
9. Suspension
Major Fire Safety Violation
Major Fire Safety Violation (creating false fire alarms, failure to
evacuate a structure, tampering with fire equipment)
• Possible Sanctions, but not limited to:
1. Monetary Fine
2. Restitution
3. Restricted Access
4. Living Unit Probation
5. Living Unit Dismissal
6. Disciplinary Probation
7. Disciplinary Probation with Restrictions
8. Alcohol/Drug/Anger Assessment
9. Suspension
10. Dismissal
CONCLUSION
• Questions or comments?
- Contact Otterbein Police at (614) 823-1222
or at police@otterbein.edu
• THANK YOU!
BE SMART – BE SAFE