Sample of an evacuation map
A section of our fire evacuation floor plan: Each area is color coded to show employees vs. employees with pets

Trupanion's Fire Evacuation Plan Phase 1

Note: Those assigned as employee monitors and pet monitors will receive their own specific version of this plan, since they have additional responsibilities during the evacuation.

  • Evacuation Maps are available to everyone. They are also posted in every conference room, bathroom, kitchen, and copy room.
  • Your closest exit will be indicated on the Evacuation Map.
  • Emergency dog leads are available for pet owners.
  1. Stay calm. Do not panic.
    • Pet owners: Keep your pet as calm as possible.
  2. If smoke and/or fire is detected, and the fire alarm has not sounded, locate the nearest fire alarm and pull it.
  3. If you are at your desk, calmly exit the building through the door you were assigned according to the Evacuation Map. Do not attempt to collect your personal belongings.
    • Pet owners: Bring your pet with you, making sure the pet is on a leash at all times. If you are a pet buddy, evacuate no more than two pets.
  4. If you are not at your desk, calmly exit the building through the nearest exit. Do not head back to your desk or collect your personal belongings.
    • Pet owners: Do not attempt to retrieve your pet if they are not with you when the alarm sounds. The pet monitor or your pet buddy will evacuate your pet. If you are a pet buddy, evacuate no more than two pets.
  5. Once you have evacuated the building, make your way to the outside assembly area. Exit as quickly as possible so the fire department can perform rescue operations if necessary.
  6. Stay clear of all driving areas while moving to the outside assembly area. Do not attempt to move your car while outside.

Tips in case of visual obstruction during evacuation:

  • Emergency lighting will illuminate a pathway to all Exit doors.
  • Locate and follow a wall, it will eventually lead to a door or window.
  • Listen for sounds from the outside, which can act as a guide toward the exits.
  • Find a partner and work with him or her to secure an escape.
  • Check doors for heat by touch, using the back of your hand and starting near the bottom – heat indicates a fire on the other side of the door.
  • Shuffle, don’t walk. Keep your weight on your rear foot using your forward foot to check the floor for obstructions such as furniture.
  • Breathe through your nose; this filters out smoke particles. If possible, place a wet cloth over your mouth and nose.