• In the event of a fire alarm, make sure there is a clearly described safety plan in your workplace.
  
• Make sure you understand this plan: where do you go? Where is your closest fire exit?
  
• Know who your fire wardens are. Ask them questions about your building's evacuation procedures.
  
• Make sure people understand and practice these safety procedures.
  

A simple safety kit you can keep at your office desk:

• Bottle of water.
  
• Flashlight (preferably a plug-in or rechargeable to avoid dead batteries).
  
• Dust mask or cloth to cover mouth and nose.