Fire Prevention and Evacuation Measures

• Keep calm.
• Report the fire.
  Via the fire alarms or by calling the fire brigade on 112.
• Get to safety.
  Warn people at risk, assist helpless people. Close doors and follow the signposted escape routes. Do not use lifts.
• Attempt to extinguish the fire.
  A fire extinguisher may only be used if it is safe to do so.

Fire safety regulations: Behaviour in the event of fire (DE) (PDF, 12 KB)

Special care must be taken in the Zeitungslesehalle on the 2nd and 3rd floors of Building 1.
There are automatic safety mechanisms that are activated in the event of fire or smoke:

• Fire doors on the stairwells and two sliding fire doors on the south side close automatically to prevent smoke and fire from spreading to Building 2.
• The escape routes lead via neighbouring offices and seminar rooms, which must be free of obstacles such as tables or chairs. If these are blocked, there is no escape route!
• Two escape routes per room must be freely accessible at all times.
• Connecting doors between rooms and to the staircase must not be locked or obstructed. This is particularly important in the newspaper reading room, as the automatic fire doors and gates can only be opened manually by strong people.

Defibrillator und Escape Routes (PDF, 925 KB)
Evacuation Concept (PDF, 83 KB)

The buildings of LMU Leopoldstraße 13 are divided into several fire compartments, which are evacuated according to the alarm system in the event of an emergency:

• The main escape routes are located at the marked emergency exits.
  Escape plans for the 2nd upper floor and the 3rd upper floor in building 1 (Zeitungslesehalle) are available and should be viewed on site.
  Escape Routes Zeitungslesehalle: 2nd floor (PDF, 175 KB)
  Escape Routes Zeitungslesehalle: 3rd floor (PDF, 175 KB)
• The central assembly point is located outside the buildings, behind the cafeteria.
  Evacuation Concept (PDF, 83 KB)
  Graphic View: Assembly Points (JPG, 40 KB)

A defibrillator is available in the entrance hall of Leopoldstraße 13 near the reception. In an emergency, such as cardiac arrest, this can be life-saving. The defibrillator is automated and supports the first aider with clear instructions.

Defibrillator and Escape Routes (PDF, 925 KB)

Fire prevention plays a key role in preventing fires before they start. Here (PDF, 36 KB) are the most important measures and rules of behaviour to prevent fires at LMU.

• Smoking ban: Smoking is strictly prohibited in all areas at risk of fire, especially in teaching and library rooms. No burning cigarette butts may be thrown into waste paper baskets or rubbish bins.
• Safe handling of highly flammable substances: Highly flammable or explosive substances may only be stored and processed in specially labelled rooms. Open light and fire are prohibited when handling these substances.
• Use of electrical appliances: Electrical household and cooking appliances may only be operated under supervision. They must be placed on suitable fireproof surfaces. The use of fan heaters or immersion heaters is not permitted.
• Keep escape and rescue routes clear: Corridors and stairwells that serve as escape routes must be kept clear of objects at all times. Flammable materials may not be stored in these areas.
• Waste disposal: Flammable waste, such as packaging materials, must be regularly removed from the rooms and disposed of properly.

Central and local fire safety officers are available to answer specific questions on fire safety. The central contact point is located in Division II B 3 of the University Administration. In addition, Fire Safety Officers are appointed for each building who are responsible for the correct implementation of the fire safety regulations.

Regular training and evacuation drills are organised to ensure that everyone is able to react correctly in the event of a fire.