What should you do if an egress route is blocked or obstructed?

• A. Keep moving and shout for help.
• B. Do not proceed; report to supervision and follow approved alternate routes.
• C. Use the nearest other route without notifying anyone.
• D. Return to your workstation and wait.

Answer: (B)

When an egress route is blocked, the safest action is to stop, report the blockage to supervision, and follow the approved alternate routes. Egress plans are designed so people can reach a safe area in an orderly way, and blockers are treated as a signal to switch to a designated backup path. By notifying the supervisor, you help authorities confirm the situation, reassign routes, and account for everyone. Taking a different path without approval or continuing to move, shouting for help, or returning to your workstation can put you and others at risk, bypass safety controls, or delay responders. Use the preplanned alternate route and guidance from supervision to stay out of danger and maintain a controlled evacuation.