Fire Safety tips for High-Rise Apartment Building

3/22/2018 (Permalink)

Fire safety in high rise apartment building

If you live in an apartment building, especially beyond the first floor, you should be prepared and have a plan in place in case of a fire.

About 62 percent of fires responded to by firefighters between 2009-2013 were in apartment buildings, resulting in many fatalities, injuries and millions in property damage.

Here are some important things to know for fire safety in a high-rise residential apartment building:

• Be familiar with your floor’s evacuation plan. A diagram should be posted where you can see it.
• Be aware of the location so the fire exits in your hall, especially those near your unit.
• Always have a set of house keys and a flashlight in your nightstand.
• Always be sure your smoke alarms are working.