Alarm or Evacuation

What do U of A alarms mean?

University buildings may be evacuated for a variety of reasons, including fire, weather emergencies, hazardous material releases or bomb threats.
Leave the building immediately through the nearest marked fire exit. Do NOT use elevators or pedways.

When an alarm sounds or you are told to evacuate the building

What to do

  1. Leave the building immediately through the nearest marked fire exit. Do NOT use elevators or pedways. Close doors behind you.
  2. As you leave, accompany visitors and alert others.
  3. Once outside the building, move to the muster point. Muster points are identified by maps in the elevator lobby of your building.
  4. Notify emergency responders if you suspect that someone is still inside.
  5. Do NOT re-enter the building until permitted to do so by emergency responders.

People who cannot evacuate for mobility reasons will

  1. Report to the nearest emergency exit stairwell and remain there.
  2. Alert Protective Services at 780‑492‑5050.

Be Prepared for a building evacuation

Familiarize yourself with the evacuation route and closest designated muster/gathering point. You can find this information on the signs posted next to elevators and stairwells in university buildings.

Ensure your staff, students, and visitors know your evacuation procedures.