Student Handbook 2021-2022 > Residential Policies > Fire Safety
Student Handbook 2021-2022
Please see the Fire Safety Policy under “Institutional Policies.”
Fire Prevention and Safety Tips
Do not smoke or burn candles or incense in your room.
Do not use halogen bulbs or lamps.
Cook only in designated areas and do not leave cooking unattended.
Do not cover or disable smoke detectors.
Do not prop fire doors open at any time.
Do not block or hang anything from sprinkler heads and pipes.
Do not use holiday string lights.
Do not use extension cords without built-in circuit protection.
Do not block exits or hallways.
Do not use appliances with exposed heating elements in your room.
Residence Hall & Apartment Evacuation Rally Points
Ball Hall - Past the Burke Plaza (lakeside of Ball Hall) heading towards Norton Chapel
Blyley Hall - Basketball Court outside of Blyley Hall
Davis Hall - The Barn
Harrington Hall - Basketball Court outside of Blyley Hall
Keuka Park Apartments - Northside of the KPA garage
Saunders Hall - Basketball Court outside of Blyley Hall
Space Hall - White Bench between Blyley, Saunders, and Space Halls
Strong Apartments - Westside of the North Education Conference Center
Safety Tips
Use the stairs, never use an elevator. Even if it appears to be working, it could shut down at any time with you inside.
Know two ways out of your building.
Test doorknobs and spaces around the door with your hand.
If the door is warm, try another escape route. If it is cool, open it slowly. Slam it shut if smoke comes in.
If you have a guest staying with you, familiarize them with escape routes and assembly points.
Remember, you are responsible for your guest’s safety.
If you know someone needs help evacuating and, if you are able, help them to a stairwell and notify the fire department that a person needs help immediately.
False alarms are dangerous and illegal. Tell a Campus Safety Officer or your RA if anyone you know is responsible.
Residential Policies