In the event of an emergency, the building is installed with a wet-pipe sprinkler system, hand held extinguishers, smoke exhaust systems, emergency evacuation alarm systems and fire exit signs.

These are provided for the protection of residents and to minimise any damage to the building.

In the event of a fire, an alarm is activated automatically at the local Fire Brigade.

Remember never to use the lifts in the event of a fire.

Under no circumstances must you impede the function of the sprinkler system installed in your apartment. Do not store boxes or position furniture so that they may conceal a sprinkler head or renovations.

Familiarise yourself with all stairwells, locations of fire extinguishers when you move into your apartment.

A Fire Certificate is obtained annually.

Emergency power:

In the case of a power failure the building is supplied with a stand-by power supply, this powers all emergency light & exit signs, the building’s broadcast system & restricted use of the elevators (elevators can only be used to reach the ground level & no other floors)

Pedestrians may exit or enter the building via the west wing ground double doors and garbage area. Cars may exit or enter the building via the usual car park entrances.

Fire Procedures

1.  Every occupant upon being informed or becoming aware of a fire will ascertain:

·      The exact location of the incident

·      The nature and extent of the incident

·      The number and persons involved in the incident

2.  Contact the Building Management or the Concierge.

3.  Ensure that the Fire Brigade has been informed (Call 000).

4.  Inform those in the immediate area of threat if it is safe to do so.

5.  All occupants upon arrival of the Police or Fire Brigade will act at the direction of the member of that service.

Fire and Emergency Procedures

Familiarise yourself with your evacuation routes and assembly area.

1. If you see a Fire/Emergency - Report

·      Warn anyone in immediate danger and call 000

·      If safe operate break glass fire alarm and call Concierge

·      If safe and trained, control fire / emergency

·      Evacuate the area

2. If you hear a “Beep ... Beep” Signal - Alert

·      Do not panic

·      Check your area and evacuation routes for danger

·      If safe, secure valuables and personal effects

·      Be ready to evacuate if required

3. If you hear a “Whoop ... Whoop” Signal - Evacuate

·      Leave by the nearest emergency exit. Do NOT use lifts

·      Obey instructions from staff

·      Do not carry object. Remove dangerous footwear

·      Proceed calmly to your assembly area.

Assembly Area

The assembly area is in Riley Street, outside the Police Community Youth Club

Note: Where possible and providing it is safe to do so, all doors and windows should be closed, and any fans or air conditioning units turned off, to slow the spread of heat, fire, and smoke.

Bomb Threat

Take specific details of the threat and contact the Building Management or the Concierge.

Note: For complete operational procedures, refer to your “Fire & Emergency Procedures for Crown Gardens” above