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Candle/ Open Flame Policy
Candles and open flames not only create a serious fire hazard, but
also create a serious personal injury hazard. It is for these reasons
that this policy has been established.
A. Candles, including incense candles, and open flames:
prohibited in all University buildings including Residence Halls
and apartments.
EXCEPTION: Lighted candles will
be permitted for ceremonies and functions of religious, cultural,
social, or honorary groups, as well as for catered events.
Lighted candles are not permitted in or with any
decorations. Candles used by any religious, cultural, social, or
honorary group, as well as for catered events including dining
areas, must be extinguished immediately after the ceremony or function
is complete.
Candles must be securely fixed in sturdy, approved
candleholders, enclosures, glass hurricane type lamps, etc. Assistance
with obtaining such candle holders and/or other fixtures can be
obtained by contacting the Director of Environmental Health & Safety.
B. Open flames of any type, including candles, shall
not be used in any assembly occupancy (spaces holding >50 persons)
without the approval of the Director of Environmental Health & Safety.
Open flames used in assembly occupancies must comply with the requirements
of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Life Safety
Code 101/13.7.2.
C. Food service operations (portable cooking equipment):
food warmers must be placed on a non-combustible surface.
D. Laboratories: excluded from this policy but precautions
must be taken to ensure safe operation procedures.
E. Sporting events: prohibited without approval from
the Director of Environmental Health & Safety.
F. Open flames fueled by propane tanks are prohibited.
EXCEPTION: Gas barbecue grills are
permitted but must be located exterior to the building. Propane
tanks shall not be stored inside buildings without the approval
of the Director of Environmental Health & Safety. Storage must
comply with NFPA 58.
G. Bonfires/burning trash or construction waste:
contact Director of Environmental Health & Safety for review/approval.
H. Pyrotechnic and open flame devices for special
effects: contact Director of Environmental Health & Safety
for review/approval. These must comply with NFPA 1126 and/or NFPA
160.
I. Individual departments reserve the right to implement
additional guidelines.
Questions concerning this Policy may be addressed to Director of
Environmental Health & Safety at 372-3524
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