A major issue with conducting pre-announced fire drills is that employees know the drills are not a real emergency alert and therefore, have no sense of urgency. By Chris Koester Mar 01, 2016 ...

Rescuing residents of Gabriel House was difficult because of window AC units — often a violation of building code that's ...

Salem 'Exit Drills In The Home' initiative educates students and families about fire safety. Updated: ; Apr. 22, 2013, 1:35 p.m. | Published: ; Apr. 22, 2013, 12:35 p.m.

For a Quick Exit, Just Block the Fire Door. Research suggests obstructions near emergency exits can ease pedestrian crush. By ABC News. August 21, 2009, 3:00 PM.

Residents who fled the deadly Gabriel House fire said fire drills were never conducted. The fire chief says there's a good ...

PORTLAND, Maine – Portland Fire Chief Jerome LaMoria said Wednesday that fire alarms were disabled and exits were blocked at the Noyes Street residence where a Nov. 1 blaze claimed the lives of ...

Before Scheduling a Fire DrillDesignate a meeting place outside of the building.Follow the guidelines provided in supporting documents.Designate a Floor Leader (FL) for each floor.This person is in ...

In a real fire emergency, a certain route out of the building may be blocked due to flames, so blocking exit routes during drills makes for a more realistic test of your plan.