OHS - Fire Prevention and Protection

Fire Prevention/Fire Protection Programs

The University of Delaware Fire Prevention/Fire Protection Program was established to protect students, employees, visitors and facilities from the perils of fires, explosions, hazardous gas releases and other types of emergencies which may cause injury to persons or damage to University facilities. This program is designed to maintain compliance with Federal Laws, State of Delaware Fire Prevention Regulations and local laws governing basic life safety and building protection.

University of Delaware Policy 7-6 Emergency Response to Fire and Other Emergencies
University of Delaware Policy 7-7 Fire Protection/Life Safety Equipment-Design, Installation and Maintenance
University of Delaware Policy 7-8 Volunteer Fire Service
Fire Drills
Fire Extinguisher Inspection Program
Fire Cause Investigations
Fireworks/Special Effects Procedures
Emergency Evacuations
Code Authority Liaison
Hot Work Permit Program
Fire Extinguisher Training
Fire Extinguisher Training Pictures (University of Delaware)
Open Flame Procedures
Greek Housing Inspections
Resources:
Campus Fire Watch (a newsletter)
"The Great Escape" Saves Lives
FEMA Fire Fire Administration - USFA, College Parents of America Urge College Community to Focus on Fire Safety
Fire Safety Videos Available

Questions regarding the fire prevention/fire protection program may be addressed to Bernie Alexander at Alexandr@udel.edu or call 831-6847.