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Why is the evacuation interval measured during a fire drill?

To see if evacuation is fast enough and fix problems.

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  1. To decide when to sound the alarm next year
  2. To see if evacuation is fast enough and fix problems ✔
  3. To award prizes for the fastest floor

Why: Measuring the evacuation time shows whether it is fast enough and reveals problems to fix.

Huh, didn't know that: Measuring the evacuation time shows whether it is fast enough and reveals problems to fix.

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Answer: To see if evacuation is fast enough and fix problems. Measuring the evacuation time shows whether it is fast enough and reveals problems to fix.

  1. Fire drill en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_drill
    the evacuation interval is measured to ensure that it is fast enough, and problems with the emergency system or evacuation procedures are identified so that they may be remedied
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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