EVACUATION PROCEDURES

In the event of an evacuation, designated staff will assist in the movement of delegates to the designated assembly points, should the need arise.

The plan on this page shows the fastest and safest path for a large scale evacuation from the Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre.

The building has two distinct alarms which will sound throughout once the fire alarm is activated or if there is a pending emergency.

First Tone - Alert

Should you hear this alert tone (intermittent) please adhere to the following:

• Prepare to evacuate
• Secure material as necessary
• Turn off all appliances
• Await further instructions

Second Tone - Evacuation

Should you hear the evacuation tone (continuous) please adhere to the following:

• Calmly make your way to the nearest emergency exit
• Proceed to the nearest designated assembly point
• Follow staff instructions at all times

Reentry to the building will not be allowed until permitted by the Senior Fire Warden.

IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE

Break glass on any of the alarms located throughout the centre

• Advise a staff member of the situation
• Contain – Close all doors and windows
• Evacuate – Use designated emergency exits only
• Extinguish – Only if safe to do so

EVACUATION ROUTES AND ASSEMBLY POINTS

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