The building has been designed and constructed as a set of robust fire compartments that should contain the effects of a fire for a given period of time. The building has also been designed and constructed to provide a safe means of escape should a fire occur. The fire compartments include flats, hallways, stairs, service cupboards, plant rooms etc.

In the event of a fire starting, the occupants of the building within all other fire compartments should be safe to remain there until assistance services arrive.

Should you be affected by heat or smoke within your flat, you should leave immediately, following the evacuation procedures given on the fire action notice in the entrance of the building.

Should you become aware of a fire elsewhere in the building and wish to leave, the escape routes should provide you with a safe exit. You should follow the evacuation procedures given on the fire action notice in the entrance of the building.

If you are instructed to leave the building by a member of the emergency services you must do so immediately following their instructions.