• Provide students with a program for fire safety and prevention.
• Teach students how to properly notify the fire department using the 911 system or other local emergency numbers.
• Install smoke alarms in every dorm room and every level of housing facilities.
• Maintain and regularly test smoke alarm systems.
• Replace smoke alarm batteries every semester.
• Regularly inspect rooms and buildings for fire hazards. Ask your local fire department for assistance.
• Inspect exit doors and windows and make sure they are working properly.
• Create and update detailed floor plans of buildings and make them available to emergency personnel, resident advisors and students.
• Conduct fire drills and practice escape routes and evacuation plans. Urge students to take each alarm seriously.
• Make sure electrical outlets are not overloaded and make sure extension cords are used properly.
• Properly maintain heating and cooking appliances.

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