Building Evacuation FAQ

Question : Are building owners/operators required to hold regular emergency drills ‎(1)

Question : Are emergency instructions tailored to events and communicated to building occupants ‎(1)

Question : How can I judge if my building's evacuation plan is adequate for any emergency ‎(1)

Question : If I become trapped, should I break a window? Should I jump? ‎(1)

Question : If I have a long stairwell, is it better to go to the roof? ‎(1)

Question : If the neighboring high-rise is one fire, should my building evacuate ‎(1)

Question : Is high-rise building evacuation different from other buildings ‎(1)

Question : Procedures for people in wheelchairs or other disabilities that affect mobility ‎(1)

Question : Should my building have any type of exterior escape device ‎(1)

Question : Under what circumstances may I use the elevator safely ‎(1)

Question : What are the key elements of emergency preparedness ‎(1)

Question : What happens when the event is not typical ‎(1)

Question : Will the systems work in a terrorist attack ‎(1)