Welcome to Emergency Measures & Fire Prevention
As part of University Safety, Emergency Measures & Fire Prevention forms a partnership with Security Services, Environmental Health & Safety, and Hazardous Waste Management to promote a safe and secure setting for those who together constitute the McGill community. Our office consists of a team of dedicated professionals committed to maintaining the highest levels of safety.
Emergency Measures. Develops emergency response plans, procedures, and policies focused on safeguarding the individuals who comprise of the McGill Community. We aim to provide information, education and training to lay the foundation for a coordinated and effective response to emergency events on campus.
Fire Prevention. Provides the services to ensure fire safety throughout McGill buildings, during university activities and operations, in cooperation with the community. We believe in maintaining a strong partnership with students and staff, so please do not hesitate to fireprevention [at] mcgill [dot] ca (contact us )when you need our assistance or wish to discuss safety matters.
Operations. Maintains the diverse and substantial inventory of fire protection equipment on both campuses, in McGill’s important portfolio of buildings. Equipment maintenance and readiness is a vital part of safeguarding the community.
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McGill Attention!
University Safety's system to communicate alerts directly to McGill community individuals who have opted in. It is available 24/7 and sends:
1) Voice and/or (SMS) text messages to registered mobile devices, classroom and staff phones.
2) Full-screen alert notification messages to internet connected desktops
and laptops (Alertus).
Emergency Guide
Essential procedures, references, and key contact numbers to help the community react to potential emergency situations on campus.
Emergency Evacuation Procedures
All McGill University students, faculty and staff are responsible for familiarizing themselves with the emergency evacuation procedures regarding their work areas, classrooms, and/or living areas. Visit this section for more information.
Information and forms relevant to performing Hot Work at McGill.
Scheduled Interruption of Fire Protection Procedures
Procedures, policies and forms related to an interruption of fire protection equipment at McGill.
Please send us your suggestions on how Emergency Measures & Fire Prevention might help you effectively achieve your institutional priorities.
