HOLIDAY SAFETY TIPS
TREES
The State Fire Marshal prohibits the use of live
Christmas trees in public buildings. Artificial trees
which are certified to be flameproof may be used if the
administrative person in charge of the area determines
that the tree and its placement will not create a hazard.
Aisles, corridors, passageways, stairs, or other means
of egress should not be restricted or blocked.
ELECTRICAL
All lights and electrical equipment must bear the tag of
an approved laboratory. Cords should be inspected for
frayed wires, loose sockets and defective plugs. Large
flood lights are discouraged since they produce a great
deal of heat and present a burn hazard if inadvertently
touched or knocked over. The use of small miniature
lights are encouraged since they are cool and more
energy efficient than the larger type bulbs. Paper and
other flammable material should be kept at least twelve
(12) inches from any incandescent or fluorescent bulbs
or tubes. Any shades covering light sources must be of
non-flammable material.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
No trees or displays are to be set up in classrooms or
laboratory areas.
Care should be taken to assure that electrical cords and other decorations do not present a trip hazard. Cords should be tucked up under desks and counters and be out of the way of all pedestrians.
If you have any questions concerning the safety of your display, please contact the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety at Extension 3700.
Displays and decorations should be placed in well-attended areas to discourage vandalism.
OTHER FIRE PRECAUTIONS
A fire extinguisher must be accessible within fifty (50)
feet of a display. If the display utilizes electrical
equipment, the extinguisher must have an ABC rating.
Displays must not block radiators or interfere with the
building's heating system.
All displays should be kept a safe distance from any heat source including computers or any other type of electrical equipment.
All personnel should be familiar with the location of fire alarms, extinguishers and other fire fighting equipment.
In case of a fire, call campus emergency, 911, immediately!!
