Ensuring the safety of our residents at 10 Akron Street, Cambridge is our top priority. This guide provides essential information about the smoke detectors and sprinkler systems installed throughout our building. Understanding how these systems work and adhering to safety guidelines is crucial for everyone living here.
Smoke Detectors: Your Apartment and Common Areas
Our building is equipped with two types of smoke detection systems: individual smoke detectors within each apartment and a comprehensive common area fire alarm system.
Apartment Smoke Detectors: Each apartment is fitted with its own smoke detector. When activated, these detectors will sound an alarm only within your apartment. If you accidentally burn food while cooking, the detector may trigger. In such cases, ventilate your apartment by opening windows to clear the smoke. Crucially, do not open your apartment door into the hallway to ventilate as this could spread the alarm. The detector will automatically silence once the smoke dissipates and the air is clear.
Common Area Fire Alarm System: The common areas of 10 Akron Street, Cambridge are protected by a linked fire alarm system. If a smoke detector in a common area is activated, the alarm will sound throughout the entire building. In the event of a building-wide alarm, immediate evacuation is mandatory. The fire department will be automatically notified and dispatched to 10 Akron Street, Cambridge. The alarm system will only be silenced once the fire department has assessed the situation and confirmed that there is no danger to residents.
It is absolutely vital that you do not remove or disable any smoke detectors in your apartment or in common areas. Tampering with fire safety equipment, including deliberately triggering false alarms, is not only a serious inconvenience but also a criminal offense under Massachusetts law. Such actions can carry significant penalties.
To ensure optimal functionality, all smoke detectors and alarm systems at 10 Akron Street, Cambridge are rigorously checked and maintained during annual fire safety inspections. Please be aware that fire alarm testing, while essential, can be loud and may seem invasive. We always strive to minimize disruption to academic activities when scheduling these tests and will provide residents with advance notice whenever possible. For any questions or further details regarding smoke detectors or fire safety procedures at 10 Akron Street, please contact the Property Management Office.
Sprinkler Systems: Protecting Your Apartment
Each unit at 10 Akron Street, Cambridge is also equipped with a sprinkler system. These sprinklers are designed to automatically activate when the temperature at the sprinkler head reaches 165°F (74°C) or above.
It’s important to note that sprinkler systems, especially those that are not recessed, are sensitive. They can be accidentally activated if they are bumped, struck, or pulled. To prevent accidental activation and potential water damage, please adhere to the following guidelines:
- Do not hang anything from the sprinklers or sprinkler pipes. The added weight or pressure can damage the system.
- Refrain from stacking items too close to sprinklers. Maintain a minimum clearance of 18 inches (approximately 45 cm) underneath each sprinkler head. Obstructing sprinklers can impede their function in case of a fire.
Residents of 10 Akron Street, Cambridge will be held responsible for any damages caused by the activation of sprinklers due to improper use or negligence, such as hanging items or obstructing the sprinkler heads. Understanding and respecting these guidelines helps ensure the safety and well-being of all residents and protects the building.
By familiarizing yourself with these fire safety systems and guidelines at 10 Akron Street, Cambridge, you contribute to a safer living environment for yourself and your neighbors. Your cooperation in maintaining a fire-safe building is greatly appreciated.
