Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus

Emergency Plan

Fire

1. Upon discovery of a fire, regardless of its size, location or probable result, the person discovering the fire should activate the building fire alarm.
2. Call University Security on Ext 2222 or telephone 9479 2222 or freecall 1 800 800 613. Give your name, telephone number, department and location of fire.
3. In no case shall an employee who is not trained attempt to put out a fire.
4. Evacuate the building immediately. Inform others in the building who may not have responded to the alarm to evacuate. Do not use the lifts.
5. Close windows and doors. Leave lights on and doors unlocked.
6. Before leaving any room, check for heat by placing your hand against the door.
7. When you evacuate, do not stop for personal belongings or records.
8. If there is excessive smoke, crawl to an exit. If you are unable to exit, stay low and plug all openings around doors, windows and vents.
9. Notify either University Security or fire fighters on the scene if you suspect someone may be inside the building.
10. Handicapped (non-ambulatory) individuals should be placed in the stairwell as soon as the major body of evacuees has departed. A messenger should be dispatched to tell Security or the fire fighters the location of the handicapped individual(s) so that the rescue can be initiated.
11. For those who have difficulty speaking or those with hearing impairments who have difficulty judging volume, it may be useful to carry a whistle or a similar device for the purpose of announcing your location to emergency services personnel who will be attempting to search for those in need of assistance.
12. When outside, stay away from the building (at least 500 feet) and out of the way of emergency personnel and vehicles. Do not re-enter the building until instructed by University Security or fire brigade personnel.
13. Consult your Fire Warden for your Building Specific Evacuation Plan. Be familiar with it.