Should emergency drills be announced or unannounced? A. Emergency evacuation drills may be pre-announced to building staff or occupants or they may be unannounced. Consideration of the building occupants and the use of the building may determine which type of drill is most appropriate.

Should fire drills be announced or unannounced?

Announced or unannounced fire drills

Where practicable the first drill of the academic year should be announced and the second unannounced.

Should employees be told about a fire drill?

Employers should inform their staff in advance that there will be a fire drill. This is to make sure that there is maximum attendance for the drill and so that everyone in the workplace understands their role in the drill, where to go, and what risks to avoid.