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What to do in the event of a fire?

🔍 Problem identification

  • Assess the situation:

    • Size and type of fire

    • People in danger

    • Evacuation routes

  • Points to check:

    • Immediate safety:

      • Presence of smoke

      • Heat

      • Accessible exits

      • Risk of spreading

⚡ What to do?

  • Immediate actions:

    • CALL FIRE DEPARTMENT (18):

      • Exact address

      • Floor concerned

      • Nature of fire

      • People in danger

      • Evacuate following evacuation and safety plans

    • If fire is controllable:

      • Use available fire extinguisher(s)

      • Turn off electricity/gas

      • Close doors/windows

  • Do not:

    • Do not take risks

    • Do not use elevator

    • Do not go back

📱 How to report the problem?

  • Fire department (18):

    • Stay calm

    • Be precise

    • Follow instructions

  • Colonies:

    • Once safe for incident follow-up either through Coliving emergency number or via your tenant portal

⏰ Intervention timeframes

  • Fire department:

    • Immediate intervention

    • Don't wait to call them

💰 Who covers the costs?

  • Home insurance:

    • By tenant's insurance when tenant has their own contract or the owner's insurance if the building is impacted.

  • Procedures:

    • Claim declaration

    • Photos and videos of damage

    • Bills/supporting documents

⚠️ Warning

  • Priorities:

    • Save lives

    • Alert emergency services

    • Contain fire

    • Evacuate

  • Prevention:

    • Smoke detectors mounted and functional. Colonies provides and installs these detectors in all its accommodations!

    • Clear exits

📚 Useful resources

  • Emergency numbers:

    • Fire department: 18

    • Emergency medical service: 15

    • Police: 17

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