Evacuation drills are practice exercises designed to prepare individuals for safely leaving a building or area in case of an emergency, such as a fire or natural disaster. These drills help familiarize participants with the evacuation routes, assembly points, and procedures to follow during an actual emergency. Regular drills ensure that everyone knows what to do and can act quickly and calmly. During an evacuation drill, participants typically follow a designated plan, which may include alarms or signals to indicate when to start evacuating. Schools, workplaces, and public buildings often conduct these drills to enhance safety and ensure compliance with safety regulations, such as those set by OSHA or local fire departments.