VENUE EVACUATION & FIRE SAFETY PROCEDURES
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Although rare there are occasions where we need to evacuate the venue. Evacuation can occur for a range of reasons from a fire, fire drill to loss of power. During an evacuation it is important to remain calm and follow the procedures laid out for you below.
FIRE EXITS
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For a better overview of where fire exits are located please view a map of the venue located in Section C of the manual, and posted to walls throughout the venue.
MUSTER POINT
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In case of evacuation all staff is to meet directly across 102 Street NW for the main entrance of the venue, where the parking garage meets the parking lot.
FIRE ALARMS
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If a Fire Alarm is activated during peak business hours the following steps must be taken to ensure the safe removal of both patrons and staff. “ALL ALARMS ARE TO BE TREATED AS ACTUAL UNTIL PROVEN OTHERWISE.”
Security will immediately investigate the alarm to confirm if alarm is actual
The DJ/Band and/or Sound Technician must immediately silence the music, announce that a Fire Alarm has been activated and direct patrons to calmly move towards the nearest available exit.
The house lights need to be brought up to ensure that patrons can clearly see and to drive home the fact that it is an actual Fire Alarm and needs to be treated seriously.
General Manager should immediately call 911. It is more desirable to have The Fire Department “stand down” when not required than not show up in a timely manner.
All Staff need to respond to the exits and assist with evacuating all patrons in an orderly manner from the establishment.
All Staff meet at muster point located across the street from the front entrance of the venue.
EVACUATION POLICIES & PROCEDURES
DELEGATED FIRE MARSHAL
River City Revival & The Starlite Room
In the event of an evacuation, Cam Koshman will be our delegated Fire Marshal. As a team we will execute our following evacuation and fire plan, although any unforeseen circumstances, and changes to our evacuation plan will be delegated by Mr. Koshman. His authority as Fire Marshal out ranks the chain of command of any other person(s) in the building, this includes ownership.
POWER LOSS
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In the event of total building power loss, evacuation is imminent. Evacuation procedure should be treated exactly like the fire plan.
FIRE PLAN
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In the event of a fire, (where evacuation is imminent) - Security will direct all patrons to the nearest available exit. All exits will be easily identifiable as they will be marked with proper exit signs and because Security are stationed at each entrance/exit. If a specified route is inaccessible due to the location of the blaze, Security will direct patrons towards an alternate route.
The Security staff stationed at each exit will direct patrons out the exits. Security from the front door will be responsible for securing the area and ensuring that traffic is controlled. This will minimize risk of injury to patrons exiting while evacuating.
The front Security/door staff will exit along with the first wave of exiting patrons to ensure the safety of patrons evacuating out the front door.
Ensure that washroom checks are conducted to guarantee that no one is left behind or unaware of evacuation in progress.
All stair exits should be closely monitored to help maintain a smooth and steady flow. Any pushing and shoving could result in blocked exits or at the very least injury. Maintaining order is paramount and must be maintained at all cost.
Security covering the other exits will direct patrons occupying the immediate area to exit out the nearest exit. At least one member of Security will exit along with first wave of patrons to ensure traffic control.
In the event of an evacuation emergency All patrons will be directed to a Parking lot close but far enough away from danger. Our muster point is across 102 Street NW, where the parkade meets the parking lot. If we are unable to reach our muster point we recommend directing everyone to a lot that is well lit and safe from traffic. This will be the secondary meeting area for all evacuees.
The remaining Security along with all staff will assist with evacuation.
Everyone should be encouraged to exit in a calm orderly manner to guarantee that everyone gets out and safely.
All staff are required to assist where required to evacuate all patrons and staff in the quickest, safest and most efficient manner.
Staff should make themselves aware of the location of all fire exits, and extinguishers. This will be of great assistance when staff is required to assist in emergencies. See section C.
PLEASE NOTE: In the event of a fire, where evacuation is imminent, our fire panel and alarms will have already contacted emergency services. If for some random, crazy reason the building bursts into flames without our alarms sounding please dial 911 first.
REACT
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Easy ways to remember steps that need to be taken during a fire are by remembering the acronym REACT.
R - Remove those in Danger
E - Ensure doors are closed
A - Activate Fire Alarm
C - Call 911
T - Try to Extinguish (Only designated employees)
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
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How to use a fire extinguisher:
Break glass.
Remove extinguisher
Pull the pin.
Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire. Hitting the tops of the flame with the extinguisher won't be effective.
Squeeze the trigger. In a controlled manner, squeeze the trigger to release the agent.
Sweep from side to side. Sweep the nozzle from side to side until the fire is put out.
FIRE/SAFETY HAZARDS
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Fire exits blocked.
Improperly stored flammables.
Improperly stored extinguishers.
Expired extinguishers.
Exit lights (burnt out, broken or damaged).
Fire panel properly functioning, alarmed and armed.