If you see flames or smell smoke, pull a fire alarm. Never try to put out a fire with an extinguisher if you don't know how to use it. Fire Safety Reminders Don't allow trash to accumulate. Don't carelessly dispose of cigarettes in wastebaskets. Keep living spaces free from excess clutter.
Candles are one of the most common causes of fires in residence halls.
Don't overload electrical outlets or use appliances prohibited by residence hall policy, such as hot plates or toaster ovens. Holiday decorations may be beautiful, but they can be dangerous. Consult your RA for advice on what might constitute a fire hazard. If you burn something in your kitchen, open a window, not the door, so smoke does not enter the hallways. Don't tamper with smoke detectors or fire-alarm horns.