CMSV 332 Fire Safety Policy

Policy Name: Fire Safety Policy

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I. Definition

  1. Any instance of open flame or other burning in a place not intended to contain the burning or in an uncontrolled manner.

II. Prohibited Items

  1. Electrical devices and electronics that are not Underwriter Laboratories (UL) rated.
  2. Extension cords are not permitted in residence halls.
  3. Space heaters.
  4. Halogen lamps.
  5. Hookahs.
  6. Live Christmas trees, wreaths, or jack-o-lanterns.
  7. Items hanging from walls or ceilings that could interfere with vents, electrical outlets, or otherwise pose a fire hazard.
  8. Furniture that is not fire retardant.
  9. Devices that produce an open flame.
  10. Microwave ovens, exceeding 700 watts.
  11. Electric blankets.

III. Approved Electrical Appliances

  1. Microwaves are not to exceed 700 watts.
  2. Power strips must be UL rated.
  3. Energy star efficient appliances.

Please note: The College of Mount Saint Vincent can prohibit any item that could possibly pose a fire hazard.

Fire Safety Evacuation Policy and Procedure

I. Fire Event or Smoke Condition

  1. Get out of the area and alert others of the condition and the need to evacuate.
  2. This can be accomplished by knocking on doors and stating the condition as you leave the area through the nearest exit.
  3. Activate the nearest fire alarm pull station.
  4. Call fire emergency services at 911 and campus safety and security at (718) 405-3434. Provide as much information as possible regarding the condition.
  5. Everyone must evacuate the building at once through the nearest exit.
  6. The evacuees will then proceed across the street from the affected building. They will remain there until the fire department investigates. The evacuees will be allowed to re-enter the building only after the fire department declares the area ‘all clear’ and upon direction.