Safety and security guidelines

Evacuation is guided by designated safety personnel and teachers for their respective groups.

Evacuate:

• via marked emergency exits
• to the designated assembly point
• Do not use elevators

Take with you:

• necessary clothing

If possible, close:

• windows, lights, doors, ventilation, and electrical devices

1. Rescue and Warn

• Rescue yourself and others in immediate danger
• Avoid inhaling smoke – it is toxic

2. Evacuate Safely

• Use the nearest exit – do not use elevators
• Go to the designated assembly point
• Help guide others out as well

3. Report the Fire

• Call the emergency number 112
• Provide: who you are, the exact location (address and floor), what is burning, and whether people are in danger
• Do not hang up the call without permission
• Also notify lobby services/security staff

4. Extinguish If You Can

• Use the nearest fire extinguisher – only if it is safe to do so
• Do not use water on electrical fires or liquid fires
• Aim the nozzle at the base of the flames, sweeping from bottom to top
• Stop extinguishing once the fire is out

5. Prevent the Fire from Spreading

• Close doors and windows
• Remove flammable materials from the area
• Protect important equipment from water damage

6. Guide the Fire Department

• Arrange for someone to meet and guide the firefighters
• Assist them if requested

If You Cannot Exit the Building

• Call 112 and give your exact location
• Move to a protected room
• Close doors and windows
• Block door gaps with clothing or other materials
• If there is smoke, breathe through a damp cloth if possible

1. Quickly assess the situation

• What has happened?
• Is the person conscious?

2. Call the emergency number 112

3. Start first aid

• Check if the person is breathing
• Act according to the situation

4. When making the emergency call, state:

• Who you are
• What has happened
• The address and floor
• When it happened
• How emergency responders will be guided to the scene

When encountering a threatening person:

• Protect yourself and assess the situation
• Call for help if needed – stay calm
• Do not provoke or respond to provocation
• Keep a safe distance, avoid staring or sudden movements
• Speak clearly and calmly, show empathy
• Keep your hands visible
• Do not turn your back
• Be flexible rather than rigid
• If the situation escalates: call 112, warn others, and protect yourself

Notice unusual or worrying behavior?
If someone threatens violence, glorifies violence, or talks about self-harm:
→ Discuss your concerns with staff

Receive a threat?
If a threat is made verbally, in writing, or online – whether personal or targeting Metropolia:
→ Contact staff immediately.