Individuals found in violation of safety regulations will be cited and given the opportunity to correct the problem. Failure to comply with safety regulations will result in disciplinary action and/or a fine.
Smoking
No smoking is permitted on WSU Everett. WSU Everett’s campus policy in Washington Administrative Code (WAC) Chapter 504-38 prohibits all forms of tobacco and any nicotine-delivery devices, including electronic cigarettes, in or on WSU Everett campus grounds and state-owned vehicles and equipment.
WSU employees, students, and visitors are responsible for complying with Washington state law (RCW Chapter 70.160, Clean Indoor Air Act) and any applicable campus tobacco and nicotine use policy, referenced above.
Fire Inspections
The WSU Everett campus public areas (hallways, corridors, offices, classrooms, meeting rooms, etc.) are inspected periodically based on hazard classification and time availability. WSU Everett has an active safety committee that also conducts general safety inspections and reports perceived fire safety problems to the Facilities Administrator for resolution.
Property damage and personal injury resulting from a person’s noncompliance with fire and safety standards may result in personal liability for damages and injuries. Removal of batteries from smoke detectors is prohibited.
Fire Safety Training
WSU Everett Security Department conducts fire extinguisher training for employees with a hands-on instructional explanation of how the equipment is operated safely and where fire extinguishers are located throughout the campus.
Emergency Fire Response
The Everett Fire Department is a combination department comprised of 177 full-time professional and reserve firefighters engaging in the performance of fire suppression and emergency medical services. Fire suppression is provided to over 110,000 residents of the City of Everett across 45 square miles, including WSU Everett.
Plans for Future Improvement in Fire Safety
WSU Everett will continue to maintain our facility in a manner consistent with the International Fire Code, International Building Code, National Fire Protection Association, as well as state and federal laws. All new construction shall be compliant with the appropriate fire, building, and life safety code requirements.
The WSU Safety Committee works closely with the Everett Fire Marshal and FM Global to address and correct deficiencies in an ongoing effort to improve fire safety on campus.
Reporting in Case of a Fire
If there is a fire emergency, dial 911.
Reports that a fire occurred should be made to the WSU Everett Facilities Manager and Campus Safety Officer by calling 425-314-9514. Reports made to the WSU Everett Campus Safety Officer are included in the statistics in the annual fire safety report. WSU employees should follow the Fire Safety Procedures, Section 8.20 in the Safety Policies and Procedures Manual.