Charcoal grills are not permitted on campus except for designated locations.
Bring a fire extinguisher in case of a fire.
Propane grills must be placed 10 feet away from structures.
Propane grills must be placed atop a shield to protect surface beneath.
Make sure there is level ground for the grill.
Place grill away from brush, trees, foliage and other combustibles.
Ensure no bottles or cans are under your car before leaving.
If you use coal in designated areas, make sure it’s fully cooled before disposing.
Tent Safety
Regulations:
Temporary tents larger than 400 square feet require a permit from the Ohio Division of Industrial Compliance
Canopies (opened without side walls or drops on 75% or more of the perimeter) larger than 700 square feet require a permit from the Ohio Division of Industrial Compliance
Tents or groups of tents under one permit shall be separated from another tent or group of tents, or other existing structures by a minimum distance of 20 feet.
Contact the Ohio Division of Industrial Compliance at 1-800-523-3581
When using tents:
Ensure exits are clearly marked with self-luminous signage
No smoking signs are posted throughout the tent.
Walkways and exits are clearly defined in the floor plan and during set-up to meet requirements set forth in the Ohio Fire Code.
Plan for severe weather. Decide who will monitor conditions and how you will communicate a severe weather situation to others.
Have a plan for shelter away from the tent.
Food Safety
Keep foods at 41°F or colder.
Have separate coolers for raw and cooked foods.
Don’t place cooked food on a plate that had raw food on it.