Office Fire Safety: A Guide to Not Getting Burned

Warning: The office is a hazardous environment, especially during happy hour.

Don't touch the stapler. It's not a fire extinguisher.

Our office fire safety record is spotty at best. We've had 17 incidents in the past year, and 3 of them were caused by the CEO's hairdryer.

Here are some safety tips to help you survive the office inferno:

• Know the evacuation route. It's not just about getting to the elevator, it's about getting out.
• Don't try to fight the flames. You'll only make things worse.
• Take cover, not a selfie, when the fire alarm goes off.

For more information on office fire safety, see:

Escape Routes: The Art of Getting Out

Panic Room Protocols: Because You Can Never Have Too Many Panic Rooms

Fire Alarms and You: The Unbreakable Bond Between You and Your Coworkers