Apartment buildings have been built to ensure the safety of its inhabitants.

Specifically, fire alarm systems have been installed to ensure that if smoke or fire is detected then an alarm will sound to warn those within the building’s premises.

This Tip Sheet by the National Fire Protection Association provides information on how fire alarm systems work, what residents should do if an alarm should sound and the best means of escape should the situation call for it.

What's inside?

• What are manual fire alarm boxes
• What to do if a fire alarm should sound
• Escape routes and advice