The following table lists some of the common fire hazards and prevention strategies:
Fire Hazards/Potential Ignition Sources |
Prevention Strategy |
Arson |
Security systems (building entry devices, cameras, 24 hour surveillance) in place |
Cooking |
Limited to designated kitchen areas in public buildings and residence halls |
Smoking Materials |
No smoking policy in public buildings |
Open Flame (i.e. candles/incense) |
Open flame policy campus-wide (Please refer to Appendix A for a copy of the policy) |
Electrical (wiring, appliances, and equipment) |
Routine inspection and maintenance program |
Accumulation of combustible materials |
Routine inspection of campus facilities |
Improper handling and storage of combustible/flammable liquids |
Approved flammable liquid storage cabinets/rooms |
Halogen Lamps (Torchiere) |
No halogen torchiere lamps permitted in residence halls |
Space Heaters |
No space heaters on campus |
Hot work hazards (i.e., cutting, |
Hot work permit policy (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.252) |
Residential furnishings |
Fire retardant purchasing policy (Please refer to Appendix B for a copy of the policy) |
Resident Assistants conduct regular inspections of residence hall rooms for electrical hazards, missing/damaged fire safety equipment, obstruction or damage to fire safety equipment, non-functioning smoke detectors, presence of halogen lamps, space heaters, and candles.