What to do if there is a fire

If you discover a fire:

1. Shout "fire"
2. Leave the building immediately by the nearest available fire escape route.
3. Raise the alarm by breaking the seal on a red fire alarm call point. These will be found on all fire exit routes as you evacuate
4. Call 999 to alert the fire service. Let them know there is a fire or other emergency
5. Call Security Services by dialing 112233 from an internal phone or 0117 3311223 from a mobile
6. Go to the fire assembly point and inform the nearest fire warden.

If you hear the fire alarm:

1. Leave the building by the nearest available fire escape route. If you have mobility issues, you need to complete a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP)
2. Close doors and windows and turn off equipment as you leave if that is possible, but do not delay escape 
3. Go to the assembly area and await instruction
4. Do not loiter around the fire exit as you will slow down those that follow
5. Do not re-enter the building until given the all clear by a fire warden 

Your fire safety responsibilities

• Act in a fire-safe manner at all times when on University premises.
• Comply with all University policies, procedures and guidance relating to fire safety.
• Co-operate with the University to allow it to comply with health and safety legislation.
• Advise University management of any fire safety issues discovered.
• Co-operate with others in the delivery of these responsibilities.
• Never allow equipment, apparatus, materials or furniture to obstruct corridors, passageways or access to fire fighting equipment, isolation valves or switches.

Remember: Limiting the build-up of material, especially flammable materials such as cardboard and paper, will also reduce your fire risk.