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8 HURRICANE EVACUATION DRILL [CHEAT SHEET] A well-managed community or building should perform an evacuation drill annually. Drills are a great way to review your plan with residents and educate them on where escape and evacuation routes are located. Before the drill begins, make sure you have assigned your floor wardens, block captains, and any other needed volunteers to help. If available, invite your emergency management service or fire department to participate. Finally, record the drill for evaluation and follow up on any items that may need improvement. EVACUATION TIPS 1. Appoint floor wardens or designated staff and volunteers to help direct residents during the drill. 2. Designate multiple meeting areas inside and outside the building. 3. Select an internal refuge area with a door to block the spread of smoke, a phone for contacting emergency services, and a window that can be used for signaling help. 4. If applicable, advise occupants to exit the building using only the stairwells, and to stay to the right when exiting. 5. Account for occupants and notify appropriate contacts of those known missing. 6. Direct residents with special needs and those requiring assistance to an assigned person responsible for communicating their status. 7. Provide residents with a list of shelters available, including a "pet- friendly," shelter if applicable.