Life and Fire Safety

Capitol Complex - Life and Fire Safety

The Capitol Complex management in conjunction with the building Warden Safety Committee has developed a standard Emergency Action Plan (E.A.P). This E.A.P. has building specific information for the safe and orderly evacuation of personnel in emergency situations. The E.A.P. also instructs building personnel in how to respond to bomb, hazmat, natural disasters, power outages, flooding, violent person(s), and civil unrest.

Safety and personal security is the goal. Adhering to fire, electric and general housekeeping safety rules takes awareness and a team concept by all occupants of the building to ensure a safe and secure work area exists for everyone.

Annual fire alarm drills are required to familiarize all tenants of the appropriate evacuation routes. These routes should also be used in the event of bomb threats, terrorist acts, earthquakes, and other man-made or natural disasters.

Open flames and candles, due to fire hazard, are prohibited in Capitol Complex managed buildings.

Tenant Responsibilities for Life and Fire Safety

Tenant management should assign specific employees to serve as building Wardens, Floor Wardens, and Assistant Floor Wardens.

• Tenants should be familiar with the locations of all fire alarm pull stations, extinguishers, and egress routes within their work area.
• Wardens should be the first point of contact in cases of unsafe or unhealthful conditions.
• Wardens may provide or arrange training for Floor Wardens and other building personnel.
• Wardens are responsible for keeping a list of mobility-impaired employees. This list should be readily accessible by anyone in case of an emergency.
• Building fire drills will be held at least annually. Participation is mandatory for all building personnel. Fire Department personnel, if asked, may observe and offer recommendations.
• Adhering to fire, electrical and general housekeeping safety rules as well as a smoke free work environment will help maintain a safe and healthy work area for all individuals.