Report all fire incidents to 911 even if the fire is extinguished. Also, alert UCLA Fire of an extinguisher usage. At the individual level, R.A.C.E. is a structured, easy to remember guide for responding to a fire.
Rescue
Rescue anyone (including yourself) who is in immediate danger from the fire. Remove these people to the closest safe area, simultaneously notifying other building occupants to evacuate the area. Use the stairs. Do not use elevators.
Alarm
Sound the fire alarm by pulling the nearest fire alarm pull station and calling 911.
Confine
Confine the fire by closing all doors and windows in and around the fire area. This will help prevent the spread of smoke and fire. Shut off appliances and other equipment. Leave lights on.
Extinguish
Extinguish the fire by using a portable fire extinguisher only if safe to do so.
Extinguisher Use
Knowing how to handle and use a fire extinguisher in advance of an emergency is important.
If you can’t evacuate:
- Move to a safe location. In case of fire, locate a room or office with fire-rated walls, heavy or fire-rated doors and few interior openings.
- If available, use a phone to notify authorities of your whereabouts and how to locate you. Also, turn on lights and hang towel or other material outside a window to mark your location.
- Place wet towels or other material at the bottom of doors to keep fire and smoke out.
