How many floors below the involved fire floor should the elevator be stopped in a multi-story fire occupancy?

In a multi-story fire occupancy, the standard protocol is to stop the elevator two floors below the involved fire floor. This is essential for safety reasons. When a fire occurs, smoke and heat typically rise, which can create a hazardous environment just above the fire floor. Stopping the elevator two floors below ensures that personnel using the elevator are not exposed to smoke and heat, which can compromise their safety. Additionally, this distance allows for enough space to evacuate safely and prevents the elevator from inadvertently stopping on a floor that might become unsafe due to fire conditions. This practice is a critical part of fire ground operations to ensure the safety of first responders and occupants.