On-campus living has many similar methods to maximize individual safety, whether in a Residence Building or in a Residence Townhouse.
Residence Buildings
All Residence Buildings have a fire alarm system, smoke alarms and are fully sprinklered. For any fire prevention issues within your residence room, please contact Student Housing and Residence Life immediately.
A Fire Drill is conducted at least once per semester, for a minimum of 3 times each calendar year.
- Erindale Hall - 1525 Outer Circle
- Oscar Peterson Hall (OPH) - 3375 Residence Road
- Roy Ivor Hall - 3370 Residence Road
Residence Townhomes
All Residence Townhomes have stand-alone smoke alarms installed. The alarms are well equipped to detect smoke and immediately alert sleeping residents.
These alarms must not be tampered with or removed; report any smoke alarm issues to Student Housing and Residence Life immediately.
- Leacock Lane - 1900 Outer Circle
- MaGrath Valley - 1499 The Collegeway
- McLuhan Court - 3330 Residence Road
- Putnam Place - 1930 Outer Circle
- Schreiberwood - 3400/3401 Residence Road
The following practices are proven fire safety tips and they they can be applied in Residence buildings and townhouses.
Kitchen Safety:
Most household fires are caused by unattended cooking or unsafe kitchen practices. To avoid activating the smoke alarm and to reduce fire potential, follow the steps below:
- Always remain in the kitchen with active cooking appliances
- Avoid cooking while under the influence of any substance: takeout and microwavable foods are safer alternatives
- Keep stove tops clear of all combustible items, including paper towels, plastic bottles and utensils and dish towels, for example
Clean away food debris and remove grease buildup often
No Smoking within all Campus Buildings:
As smoking is prohibited inside commercial buildings, UTM campus does not allow indoor smoking in any of its buildings.
- Designated exterior smoking areas on campus are located throughout campus
Fire Extinguishers:
Extinguishers placed strategically to account for associated potential hazards.
- ABC extinguishers, like the one pictured at left, appear in residential areas, both residence buildings and townhouses
- As sizes may vary, familiarize yourself with the extinguisher's features
For an extinguisher located in your living area: remember its location and ensure it remains accessible
Exit Safely:
Evacuation procedures may vary slightly, depending on location. Follow these general rules:
- Be aware of multiple exit paths in all buildings; there are a minimum of two in every building. Where all interior exits are blocked, use a window for emergency evacuation
- Exit doors and paths must remain unobstructed. Move away clothing, shoes, furniture and storage items to ensure your suite door is clear for a safe and fast evacuation
- When a fire, smoke or carbon monoxide alarm sounds: Evacuate immediately. Call 9-1-1
- When a fire alarm sounds, do not use the elevators
- Leave safely by the nearest exit door and close all doors behind you to limit smoke and fire movement
- Do not return to the building until the fire department clears the scene
Appliance Safety:
An approved electrical appliance will be marked; to ensure your safety, familiarize yourself with approval markings. Remember the following items:
- Space heaters must have a 3 foot clearance
- Extension cords are not meant for permanent use
- Unplug any appliance when not in use, as this action saves energy and mitigates fire risk
- Check electrical cords for any cracks, frayed spots, cuts or other damage. Damaged cords need to be replaced immediately