Victim trapped in a burning building

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  • Calm the caller and reassure him / her that help is coming
  • Ask caller if possible to go into a room at the front of the building which has a window and tell him / her to shut the door.
  • Block gaps under the door by placing a rug or similar heavy fabric across the bottom of the door to minimize smoke.
  • Open the window to let smoke out
  • Stay low if you have to cross a smoke-filled room:
  • Air is clearest at floor level.
  • If escaping through a high window, climb out backward feet first and lower yourself to the full length of your arms before dropping down.