What is the most appropriate action for a Fire Life Safety Director when smoke detectors activate on multiple floors during a routine smoke detector test?

When smoke detectors activate on multiple floors during a routine test, the most appropriate action is to acknowledge the alarms and call the Fire Department. This response is crucial because the activation of multiple smoke detectors indicates a potential fire hazard that requires immediate attention, as it may not simply be a false alarm. By notifying the Fire Department, you ensure that trained professionals can respond quickly to assess the situation and address any risks to life and property.

Silencing the alarms immediately may seem like a quick fix, but it can create a dangerous situation by preventing occupants from being alerted to a possible fire. Similarly, waiting for the system to self-correct ignores the potential emergency and fails to take proactive safety measures. Conducting a more thorough test of the system, while it may seem responsible, is not appropriate in an active emergency scenario. The priority should be to ensure safety and address the situation with the help of emergency responders.