OFFICE OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR -
BUSINESS AFFAIRS
February 14, 1996
ALL AT UCSD
SUBJECT: Fire Exits
In order to accomplish the teaching, patient care and research mission of the university, it is important to maintain a safe environment for all building occupants. The primary purpose
of the corridors in our buildings is to serve as the first vital link in assuring you and your colleagues a safe way out during emergencies.
It has come to my attention that numerous fire exit corridors have started to accumulate equipment and materials which may reduce occupants' ability to leave the building in case of fire, earthquake or other emergency. While I realize there is an acute shortage of storage space in many of our buildings, I am asking everyone to take prompt action to remove material from fire exitways.
I have asked the Environment, Health and Safety Office to work with all members of the campus community in effecting a prompt resolution to this problem. Please contact the University Fire Marshal, Dick Benton, at extension 41062 for further information. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.
Steven W. Relyea
Vice Chancellor