Emergency Evacuation Plan

What conditions may warrant evacuation of a building?
A Fire, Bomb Threat, Hazardous Material Spill, Hostile Intruder, Utility Failure, etc.

What should I know about the building?

Know all exit locations for the building (locations designated on library exit maps displayed in the building).
Know the locations of emergency equipment (i.e., fire extinguishers, pull stations).
Know the location of the pre-determined outdoor assembly area for the buildings and remain there until you are told to re-enter by the emergency personnel in charge:
- Boca Raton Campus Library: Southwest side of the building (at least 100 feet from the building).
- Jupiter Campus Library: The soccer field just adjacent to the library (at least 100 feet from the building).

What should I do when I hear a fire alarm, or get an order to evacuate without an activated alarm?

If possible, take or secure all valuables, wallets, purses, keys, etc. as quickly as possible.
Close all doors behind you as you exit.
Check all doors for heat before you open or go through the doorway to avoid walking into a fire.
Evacuate the building using the nearest exit or stairway. *DO NOT USE ELEVATORS*
Call 911 from a safe area and provide name, location, and nature of emergency.
Proceed to the pre-determined outdoor assembly area for the building:
- Boca Raton Campus Library: Southwest side of the building (at least 100 feet from the building).
- Jupiter Campus Library: The soccer field just adjacent to the library (at least 100 feet from the building).
Do not impede access of emergency personnel to the area.
Inform emergency personnel of the event, conditions and location of individuals who require assistance and have not been evacuated.

What should I do to initiate a fire alarm to evacuate a building?
Activate fire alarm pull station located at various points along exit routes.