Doha: Qatar’s Ministry of Interior has issued new guidelines to help employees respond safely if an evacuation is required at workplaces.

The ministry advised workers to remain calm and immediately stop their activities once an evacuation alert is announced. Employees should follow instructions provided through the national alert system or by safety officials and leave the building using designated emergency exits.

Officials also reminded workers not to delay evacuation by collecting personal belongings. People were encouraged to assist colleagues, visitors, elderly individuals and persons with disabilities while leaving the premises.

During an evacuation, stairways should be used instead of elevators, and employees should move carefully without pushing or running. If smoke is present, individuals are advised to stay low while moving toward the exit.

After leaving the building, everyone should gather at the assigned assembly point and wait for further instructions. Authorities also stressed that people should not return to the building until emergency teams confirm it is safe.