Fire Drills (continued):
The best method for avoiding emergency situations is to prevent the conditions that can lead to an emergency. The following is a list of some precautionary steps to note:
- Please do not throw trash, empty boxes or other materials in the stairways or the corridors. This is considered a fire code violation by the Itasca Fire Department. Trash or empty boxes can interfere with an evacuation in case of an emergency. Trash is normally removed from your floor at night by the night cleaning crew. If for some reason you need to have trash removed during business hours, please contact the Management Office at 630-250-9700.
- In the event on any fire, call 911 and locate a fire extinguisher nearest to your location.
- Extension cords are not allowed as they are considered to be a hazard. If you need an additional electrical outlet, please call our Management Office.
- Coffee pots must be turned off when you are finished using them. Further turn off all office equipment including copy machines, desk lamps, personal computers, etc. before closing your office for the day.
- Any flammable or combustible supplies should be kept off the premises.
- Appliances and cords should be kept in good repair.
- Additional appliances should not be used without consent of Building Management. The building’s wiring was designed to carry normal electrical load and an additional load may result in heat generation which can cause a fire.
- Anyone spotting potential fire hazards in the building is asked to report them to the Building Management Office.
- Space heaters are strictly prohibited.
