Creating a Fire Safety Exit Plan for your New York City Apartment

4/7/2017 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan wants you to be safe and prepared in case of a fire emergency in your New York City apartment. We have created a fire safety exit plan for you and your family or roommates. Fire safety is imperative in New York City due to the close proximity of everyone’s living space.

1. Take note of your primary and alternative exits. Your primary exit is your primary entrance that leads to the hallway of your building. Your alternative exit will either be an additional stairway from the hallway of your building or an outdoor fire-escape. Please remember to never use an elevator in case of an emergency because the elevator can become compromised.
2. Check your building for their specific fire safety plan. New York City apartments are required by law to provide each apartment with a fire safety plan.
3. Maintain clear primary and alternative exits in case of an emergency. This means not using them for storage. Safety is priority!
4. When exiting your apartment during a fire it is important to remember the following:
   1. A closed door that is emitting heat should not be opened, if you feel any heat you should exit using your alternative exit.
   2. If the door is closed and not emitting heat, you should open it slowly with your shoulder pushed against the door in case flames and/or smoke are on the other side.
   3. If there is smoke along the exit route, you and your family should crawl on the floor with mouths and noses covered to avoid smoke inhalation.
5. Check with your build to see if you live in a non-fireproof or fireproof building.
   • . If you live in a fireproof building and you do not have a safe way of exiting your building, it is suggested to stay inside your apartment with your door closed and seal your door. You can seal your door with sheets, towels, or duct tape. Also if there is not any fire or smoke near your window, crack the window for ventilation.

1. If you live in a non-fireproof building then you must leave the building immediately regardless of the fire being in your apartment or not.

6. Pick an incase of emergency location such as a street corner or a store near your apartment. Share this meeting spot with your family or roommates. Call 911 as soon as you are physically safe.
7. Do not enter your apartment until emergency services as cleared it safe for entry and if there is any damage from fire, water, or smoke call SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan 212- 768-9400 for your cleanup and restoration needs.

SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan is Faster to Any Size Disaster but more importantly wants to help you be prepared for an emergency. This Fire Safety Exit Plan is a simple and quick list to help you prepare in case of an emergency. Your premier cleanup and restoration company wants you to remember that safety is top priority!