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USE OF CORRIDORS AND OUTSIDE WALKWAYS

Policy and Purpose:

The Company will ensure that corridors in all buildings and outside walkways be maintained in such a manner that they are free of obstructions.

Fire codes and building regulations establish requirements for safe and adequate means of egress from buildings during emergencies. A fundamental principle of these codes and regulations is to maintain an exit path (i.e., corridors) which is free of obstructions and hazards. This principle is usually interpreted as prohibiting the storage of materials or operation of equipment in building corridors, even though corridor widths are greater than code-specified minimum widths.

This section establishes Company policy for the safe use of corridors in buildings occupied by Company employees. The intent of this policy is to ensure that corridors provide for:

•  A readily apparent, safe and adequate means by which building occupants may exit a building in the event of a fire or other serious emergency;

• An adequate access and use by emergency personnel;

• The safe movement of people during normal daily use of the building; and

• The safe transportation of goods and materials.

Responsibility:

a. Supervisor

>>>>>1. Ensures that all employees under his/her direction are aware of and conform to this policy.

>>>>>2. Ensures that corridors and outside walkways in the vicinity of his/her workplace and staff are free of obstructions and are not used for storage unless prior written authorization is issued by the Safety and Health Manager.

b. Employee

>>>>>1. Uses appropriate areas and locations for the storage of equipment/supplies that will not impede safe movement of material or personnel.

>>>>>2. Completes all necessary forms and follows procedures for submitting surplus or excess equipment.

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