Things You'll Need:
- Portable communication devices
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Step 1
Contact your school district to be sure that you know the district's policy regarding fire drills.
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Step 2
Create a map for each classroom, showing the exit route for that particular classroom. Have alternative exit routes for classes on upper levels. Assign each classroom a place to stand outside.
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Step 3
Establish an exit plan for students with physical or mental disabilities. Use buddy systems and have a plan to transport physically handicapped students from upper floors of your building.
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Step 4
Require teachers to maintain a fire safety folder, which includes rosters for each of their classes. When a fire drill occurs, the teacher should bring their fire safety folder and an accounting of the students present during the day.
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Step 5
Instruct teachers to check the door before opening it. If it is cool, they should proceed to open the door.
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Step 6
Require students to walk out in single file. Teach students that they may need to crawl if there is smoke in the hall. Students should crawl or crouch down in single file to avoid confusion.
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Step 7
Designate people to stand at various posts outside, so they can account for classes that should be at that particular outside location. Be sure that these people have portable communication devices with them so that they can promptly inform staff of missing students.
