The monthly Fire Safety Inspection scheduled for November 23rd is also designated as a fire drill. In addition to the monthly physical equipment inspection, KAL will review occupant evacuation capabilities. Fire drills are required in order to practice the safe evacuation of the building in the event of a real emergency. Although inconvenient, it is an exercise that can save lives. As such we ask all residents to A) review the location of their nearest fire safety exit B) read the following Emergency Procedures for Occupants C) review the attached "Fire in your High-Rise" pamphlet D) if possible participate in the drill - as directed by the announcements on November 23rd and when prompted leave the building via the nearest fire safety exit to the congregating area. Outside of a fire drill we advise all occupants to remain in their suite upon hearing the fire alarm.
Page 4 of the attached "Fire in Your High-Rise" advises occupants upon hearing the fire alarm to stay in their suite and wait for announcements.
Emergency Procedures
UPON DISCOVERY OF SMOKE OR FIRE:
1. Leave the fire area, taking any persons in the immediate area with you.
2. Close all doors behind you.
3. Activate the fire alarm system by activating the nearest manual pull station, if safe to do so.
4. Telephone the Fire Department by dialing 9-1-1 from a safe location (never assume that this
has been done). Give the correct address of the building (21 Dale Avenue), the location of the
fire, and your name.
5. Exit the building immediately via the nearest exit door. Do not use elevators.
6. Do not return to the building until it is declared safe to do so by Toronto Fire Services.
UPON HEARING THE FIRE ALARM:
1. Leave the building via the nearest exit. Do not use elevators.
2. Do not permit other occupants to reenter the building until it is declared safe to do so by
Toronto Fire Services.
IF YOU ARE IN YOUR SUITE AND A FIRE ALARM SIGNAL IS HEARD:
1. Before opening the door, feel both the door and doorknob for heat. If the door is not hot, brace
yourself against the door and open it slightly. If you feel air pressure or a hot draft, close the
door quickly. If you find no fire or smoke in the corridor, close the door behind you and leave
the building via the nearest exit stairwell.
2. If you encounter smoke in the corridor or stairwell, consider exiting via another stairwell, or
return to your suite. Follow instructions below
IF YOU CANNOT LEAVE YOUR SUITE OR HAVE RETURNED TO IT BECAUSE OF FIRE OR
HEAVY SMOKE, REMAIN IN YOUR SUITE AND:
1. Close the door.
2. If you require assistance, dial 9-1-1 and tell the fire department where you are, and then signal
to firefighters by waving a sheet from the balcony or an outside window.
3. Unlock the door for possible entry by the firefighters.
4. Seal all cracks where smoke can get in by using wet towels or sheets to seal door openings.
5. Crouch low to the floor if smoke enters the room.
6. Move to a room with an outside window and partially open the window for air (close the
window if smoke comes in).
7. Wait to be rescued. Remain calm. Do not panic and do not jump.
Occupant Responsibilities
OCCUPANTS SHALL:
1. Control fire hazards.
2. Do not use unsafe electrical appliances, frayed extension cords, or over-loaded outlets.
3. Avoid careless smoking. Use ashtrays. Never smoke in bed.
4. Do not leave articles such as shoes, rubber, mats, etc., in the building corridors or exit
stairwells.
5. Know where the manual pull stations and exits are located.
6. Call the Fire Department at 9-1-1 whenever you need emergency assistance.
7. Avoid unsafe cooking practices.
8. Know the correct address of the building (21 Dale Avenue) and the location of the designated
congregating area.
Please do not reply to this email. Any inquiries should be sent to manager@21dale.org
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