Evacuation Procedure

• Know your escape route in advance. Also be prepared to use an alternate exit in case your primary route is obstructed. Plan how you would escape in case of a fire. Know your escape routes well enough to be able to make your way in the dark or in dense smoke.
• Below are the fire exits/stairs for the Graduate Center:

Stairs	Location in  Building	Serves  Floors	Re-Entry	Exits to Street
"S"	Elevator  Lobbies	C-9	All Floors  Except 1st	5th Avenue
"T"	Elevator  Lobbies	C-9	All Floors  Except 1st	5th Avenue
"B"	Northeast  Corner	Y-8	2nd and 8th	Madison Avenue
"C"	Southeast  Corner	C-8	All Floors  Except 1st	34th Street
"E"	North Side	C-1	1st Floor	35th Street
"X"	South Side	Z-C	All Floors	No exit to street.  Continue to "C"  Stair
"R"	Mid-Building	Z-X	All Floors	No exit to street.  Continue to "X"  Stair

• Be aware that whenever the fire alarm sounds it may signal a very real emergency situation.
• Remain calm and proceed to evacuate the area in an orderly manner. Do not rush, push or panic. Rely on planning and knowledge.
• Assist disabled persons to evacuate the area. Be particularly aware of persons with sight or hearing disabilities.
• If there is smoke, stay low, it will be easier to breathe.
• Before opening any door, touch the door with the back of your hand. Do not open a door that is warm or hot.
• Close doors behind you to prevent fire spread, but make sure that you can reopen them if you need to retreat.
• Listen for instructions from:
  • Professors
  • Fire Wardens
  • Security & Public Safety Officers
  • Fire Safety Director (via public address announcements)

NEVER USE AN ELEVATOR TO EVACUATE UNLESS DIRECTED TO DO SO BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT.