Fire+Marshal+Rules

Fire Marshal Information: Extension cords are not to be used as a replacement for permanent use. Surge protectors can be used for computers and related office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, scanners, VCRs, DVD players, televisions, and stereo equipment. These should be surge protectors, not just electrical plug in strips. Surge protectors are prohibited to use with clocks, lamps, fans, battery chargers, motor-driven appliances such as air conditioners, refrigerators, pop machines, compressors, and microwave ovens. These must be plugged directly into the wall. Other than surge protectors, multi-plug adapters are prohibited. Please check your room, and make sure that it is compliant with this ruling from the fire marshal.
 * Extension cords:**

use. For example: a custodian uses an extension cord to plug in the vacuum. As soon as he is done, the cord is unplugged. Another example: a teacher has an overhead projector on a cart with an extension cord. She plugs it in to present a lesson and unplugs it after use. These are appropriate uses of extension cords. If the vacuum or the overhead is left plugged in permanently, then it would not be an appropriate use of extension cords.
 * Proper use of extension cords:** Extension cords may be used for temporary situations where it is unplugged immediately after

Another item not in the report but worth noting are candles. Candles should not be used in the building. If you have a decorative candle you want to display, you may do that, but the wick must be removed. Candles should never be burned in the building with the exception of temporary ceremonial events such as NHS induction.