Emergency Procedures Overview
General Emergency Guidance
Section titled “General Emergency Guidance”Do: Stay calm, call for help, follow instructions, know your exits, communicate clearly, account for yourself at meeting points.
Don’t: Be a hero, investigate alarms, use lifts during evacuation, go back inside after evacuating, block exits.
Key Emergency Numbers
Section titled “Key Emergency Numbers”| Service | Number | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Services | 112 | Fire, smoke, severe medical emergency, violence |
| Staff Contact | +32 2 788 74 72 | Any issue, problem |
| Code of Conduct | +32 2 788 74 73 | Conduct violations, harassment |
Important Locations
Section titled “Important Locations”- Red Cross: Building K, 2nd floor (Sat-Sun 0900-1900)
- First Aid Kits: Infodesk K and Infodesk H (mainly for when the Red Cross are not available)
Before Your Shift
Section titled “Before Your Shift”Take 2 minutes to:
- Locate the nearest emergency exits in your area
- Find the nearest fire alarm call point (red box on wall)
- Identify the evacuation route to the meeting point
- Note the location of fire extinguishers (red, marked with tape)
Questions?
Section titled “Questions?”If you’re unsure about any emergency procedure:
- Ask a staff member
- Review the detailed guides within this document
- When in doubt during an actual emergency: call 112
Thank you for being prepared. Your readiness helps keep FOSDEM safe for everyone!