Fire Drills, Training & Emergency Plans
Prepared people save lives. We plan, conduct and document the drills, training and emergency plans that keep your occupants safe and your building in compliance.
Need a drill, training or plan?
Tell us about your building and we will build the program around it.
Readiness You Can Document
Fire alarms, sprinklers and extinguishers protect the building. People are what make an emergency response work. When the alarm sounds, occupants and staff need to know where to go, who is in charge and what to do next.
The team delivers fire and life safety programs that prepare your people for fire and non-fire emergencies. We run and record your drills, train your staff and emergency teams, and write the plans that tie it all together. Every visit is documented, so you have the records inspectors, insurers and accreditation surveyors ask for.
Fire Drills
Drills That Build Muscle Memory
A drill is the only way to know your plan works before a real emergency tests it. Our team can schedule, conduct and observe your drills, then document every one for your records.
Drill types we conduct:
- Fire Drills — Occupants practice safe, orderly sheltering in place, in-building relocation, partial evacuation or full evacuation, based on your building’s plan.
- Full Building Evacuation Drills — Every occupant exits the building and reports to the designated assembly area.
- In-Building Relocation Drills — Occupants move to a safer area inside the building, away from the simulated hazard.
- Shelter-in-Place Drills — Occupants stay at or move to a protected location when leaving the building is the greater risk.
- Stairwell Familiarization Drills — Occupants walk the exit stairs accessible from their floor, helping them become familiar with the available routes before an emergency occurs.
- Emergency Preparedness Exercises — Scenario-based drills for non-fire events such as severe weather, utility loss, hazardous materials or security threats.
- Elopement Drills (healthcare) — Staff practice locating a resident or patient who is not capable of self-preservation and has left the facility unsupervised.
Every drill includes:
- A scheduled date and time coordinated with building management
- On-site observation by a trained representative
- Written documentation for your logbook and compliance records
- Feedback on response times, staff performance and areas to improve
Fire Safety Training
Training for Every Role in an Emergency
Occupants, staff and emergency team members each have a different job when the alarm sounds. Instructors deliver practical, hands-on training at your location, built around your building and your plan.
Training programs:
- Fire Safety Plan Orientation — Walks occupants and staff through your plan: alarms, exits, assembly areas and who is in charge.
- Evacuation Procedures — Hands-on instruction in evacuation, relocation and shelter-in-place, including assisting people who need help to exit.
- Emergency Team Organization — Builds and trains your floor wardens, searchers and team leaders so each person knows their duties.
- Fire Extinguisher Training — When to use an extinguisher, when to leave, and how to operate one safely.
- Occupant Safety Education — Short, practical sessions on fire prevention and emergency awareness for tenants and employees.
- Active Shooter Response — Guidance on recognizing threats and responding to an armed intruder.
- Bomb Threat Procedures — How to receive a threat, what information to capture and how to respond.
- Disaster Procedures — Preparing staff for severe weather, flooding, power loss and other non-fire emergencies.
- Elopement Training (healthcare) — Prevention and search procedures for residents or patients at risk of leaving unsupervised.
- Tabletop Exercises — Facilitated, discussion-based scenarios that test leadership decisions and communication without disrupting operations.
Emergency Plans
Custom Plans Written for Your Building
A generic template won’t hold up in an emergency or an inspection. Each plan is written around your building’s layout, occupancy, fire protection systems and staffing, then kept current as your building and the codes change.
| Plan | What it covers | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Safety and Evacuation Plan | Alarm response, evacuation and relocation routes, assembly areas, occupant and staff duties, and procedures for people who need assistance | All commercial and healthcare occupancies |
| Emergency Action Plan | Response procedures for non-fire emergencies such as medical events, severe weather, utility failures, hazardous materials and security threats | Offices, commercial and mixed-use buildings |
| Emergency Disaster Plan | All-hazards planning for patient and resident safety, continuity of care, and staff roles during a disaster | Hospitals, nursing homes and senior living |
| Flood Emergency Response Plan | Flood preparation, protective measures, shutdown and recovery steps | Buildings in flood-prone areas |
Every plan includes:
- An on-site review of your building, systems and occupancy
- Clear roles and responsibilities for staff and emergency team members
- Evacuation, relocation and shelter-in-place procedures
- Staff orientation on the finished plan
- Periodic reviews and updates when your building, tenants or code requirements change
Industries Served
Programs Built for Your Facility Type
Emergency preparedness is critical for any industry, including these:
Office / Industrial
- High-Rise Buildings
- Banks
- Factories
- Industrial Parks
- Labor Law
- Offices
- Warehouses
Public Facilities
- Hotels/Motels
- Libraries
- Museums
- Place of Assembly
- Residential/Apartment Buildings
- Restaurants
- Retail/Malls
- Schools/Dormitories
- Shelters
- Stadiums/Arenas/Entertainment Complexes
- Theaters
State / Federal Buildings
- Courts
- Municipal Buildings
Healthcare Facilities
- Ambulatory Centers
- Assisted Living
- Behavioral Health Centers
- Day Care Centers (Child and Adult)
- Dialysis Centers
- Hospitals
- Independent Living
- MRI Facilities
- Personal Care
- Rehabilitation Centers
- Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Surgery Centers
- Urgent Care
How It Works
- Consultation — We learn about your building, occupancy and compliance requirements.
- Site Assessment — A representative walks your facility and reviews existing plans and records.
- Plan Development — The team writes or updates your emergency plans to fit your building.
- Training — Train staff, emergency teams and occupants on their roles.
- Drills — Schedule, run and observe drills at the frequency you’re required to meet.
- Documentation & Updates — Every drill and training session is recorded, and your plans are reviewed as your building and codes change.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on your occupancy type, your state and local fire code, and any licensing or accreditation standards you follow. Healthcare facilities typically drill more often, across every shift. Representatives confirm your requirements during the consultation and build a schedule to meet them.
Yes. Every drill and training session is documented, so you have the records inspectors, insurers and surveyors ask for.
Yes. The trainers coordinate timing with building management and offer relocation, shelter-in-place and tabletop options that limit disruption.
A Fire Safety and Evacuation Plan covers how occupants respond to a fire. An Emergency Action Plan covers non-fire events such as medical emergencies, severe weather and security threats. Most buildings benefit from both.
Yes. Training is delivered on-site and tailored to your building, your plan and your staff.
Yes. Existing plans are reviewed against your building's current layout, systems and code requirements, then updated as needed.
Get Your Building Emergency-Ready
Whether you need a single drill, a new emergency plan or a complete fire and life safety program, our team will build it around your facility.