What is the correct protocol when a fire alarm sounds?

• A. Ignore until you receive a call from central.
• B. Lock doors to prevent crowding.
• C. Return to platform to collect belongings.
• D. Evacuate safely following the designated routes, assemble at muster points, and report to supervisor.

Answer: (D)

When a fire alarm sounds, the priority is to evacuate safely using the established routes, move to a muster point, and report to a supervisor. Following designated routes keeps you away from fire, smoke, and congested exits, reducing risk and preventing bottlenecks. Reaching the muster point allows a supervisor to conduct a headcount so everyone is accounted for, and reporting to the supervisor ensures that the situation is communicated to the right people and authorities. This approach is orderly, minimizes exposure to danger, and supports a fast, coordinated response. Actions like ignoring the alarm, locking doors, or returning to the platform to collect belongings slow evacuation and can put you and others at greater risk. Re-entry should only happen when it has been cleared as safe.