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Fire Safety Basics
Practical Fire Safety Guidance
Fire safety starts with knowing what to do before an emergency happens. Western Fire Safety provides practical information to help building occupants understand fire alarm procedures, safe evacuation, fire prevention, and common life safety expectations in Western buildings.
Fire Safety Basics
When the Alarm Sounds
Know what to do when a fire alarm activates, how to evacuate safely, and when it is safe to re-enter the building.
Fire Extinguishers
Learn basic fire extinguisher safety, when evacuation is the priority, and where to find training information.
Corridors, Exits, and Fire Doors
Understand why corridors, exits, stairwells, fire routes, and fire doors must remain clear and accessible.
Cooking and Kitchen Safety
Explore simple tips to cook safely and help prevent kitchen fires.
Candles, Open Flames, and Smoking
Learn about campus rules for candles, open flames, and smoking to help keep Western safe.
E-Bikes and Battery Safety
Learn how to charge and store e-bikes and batteries safely to help prevent fires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a fire safety question? Find answers to common questions and learn how to stay safe and prepared at Western.
For fire, smoke, an active alarm, overheating, sparking or an immediate threat to life or safety, call 911.
Helpful Contacts
Emergency Assistance
Emergency: 911
Call 911 if there is fire, smoke, an active alarm, or an immediate threat to life or safety.
WSCS Non-Emergency / After-Hours Assistance:
519-661-3300
Western Fire Safety
Email: firesafety@uwo.ca
Phone: 519-661-2111 ext. 88053
Location: Graphics Building, Room 123
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.