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Fire
doors in halls and stairwells must be kept closed at all times
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Bicycles
or other obstructions must not be left in halls or
doorways. (They will be removed at the owner's expense.)
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In
case of fire, the alarm should be activated and the building
evacuated immediately. Pull the alarm before attempting
to extinguish any fire.
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A
fire extinguisher should never be used for any purpose other
than extinguishing a fire. All discharges of fire
extinguishers must be reported to the Public Safety Office
immediately (call 685-3333 or on-campus extension 3333).
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Always
close and lock the door to your room when you go to bed.
Rising heat and toxic gases can be fatal to sleeping persons.
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Know
the locations of all fire exits, fire doors, and fire
extinguishers. Plan your escape routes!
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Extinguish
all cigarettes and matches in ashtrays. Do not smoke in
bed.
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Do
not string electrical wires or extension cords under rugs,
over hooks, or in any place where they may generate heat
and/or be subject to wear/damage.
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Be
extremely careful with any open flame (matches, lighters,
etc.) as well as with appliances, irons, etc.
