The elevator will return to ground level and remain open when the fire alarm is activated. The safety system includes the auxiliary lights, exit signs, and fire alarms. All of these systems are individually battery operated with rechargeable batteries, so they should not fail at any time. They should run on batteries for approximately 90 minutes. There should always be some type of light in the building.
Lights flash on the fire alarm buzzers only when the alarms have sounded.
It is recommended that the rechargeable batteries should be checked between each semester to make sure they are in proper working condition. Only the breakers for the lights should be thrown so that other systems do not have to be reset. Air Quality and Biological Damage Training for the problem of trying to maintain constant air conditions and to prevent biological damage should consist of making all employees know how to stabilize the environment. Stress that air should be kept circulating, and the system should never be turned off. Cut down on gaseous and particulate pollution by closing windows if the air system is operable Turn off lights when rooms or certain areas are not in use.