When the fire alarm or smoke detector sounds, the lead teacher will line the children up and complete a name-to-face count. She will also grab the attendance clip board and child information cards. The assistant teacher will grab a cell phone, a short-term emergency supply kit, driver’s license, and keys to any emergency transportation vehicles.

While the children are being evacuated, the program director or designated staff will check the closets, bathroom and under tables (possible hiding places) and call 911 to report the fire.​ Once outside of the building, the children will be taken to the “Meeting Place” which is the playground area near the fence by the parking lot.​

The teacher will use the daily attendance list to complete a name-to-face count to assure all children are present. ​If all children are present, the teacher will hold up the sign that says, “OK.”  If all children are not present, the teacher will hold up the sign that says, “HELP.”  The laminated signs are attached to the back of the attendance clip board. ​ 

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If all children are present and the building is safe to re-enter, the program director, will give an all clear by notifying each group. ​If the building is not safe and it is safe to remain in the playground area, the lead teacher will reassure the children and involve them in activities to keep them calm, while the assistant teacher contacts parents to arrange pick up. ​If children need to be moved from the playground to a safe remote location, the relocation plan will be initiated. ​