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FIRE INSPECTIONS

The State fire safety inspection will occur tomorrow, 3/6 from 10am-5pm. A Campus Life Facilities staff member and Hall Professional will be joining the inspector. Below is a general (but not all inclusive) list of what we will be looking for:

Sprinkler heads

Storage too close to: Nothing can be closer than 18 inches to a sprinkler head or smoke detector.

Things hanging on pipes

Furniture re-arranged in a manner that compromises functioning of the sprinkler system

The improper storage of combustible items (paints, charcoal, etc.) - Storing flammable liquids or gases is not permitted in the residence halls.
Objects hanging from the ceiling - Objects may not be 18 inches or closer to the ceiling or to any fire safety device.
Extension cords and multi-plug adaptors (power strips are fine)
Power strips plugged into extension cords (piggy backing cords into cords is not permitted).
Blocked /wedged open doors - They have to be able to freely close in case of fire.
Microwaves: Due to wattage requirements, microwave ovens other than those rented by Cornell's approved vendor (Micro-fridge) may not be used in student bedrooms.
Items on outside of student doors - Every door is allowed to have equivalent to 1 - 8 1/2 x 11 sheet of paper per per occupant per door and 1 - 10x14 dry erase board.
"Spider Lamps" - These have caused a lot of fires in residence halls, and they are not permitted in Cornell residences.
Candles- Candles and incense are not permitted for use or display.
Covered or tampered with smoke detectors
Unsafe levels of clutter, storage, debris or recycling (clean your room !)
Use of personal curtains/drapes/tapestries are not permitted (code-mandated fire retardant requirement)
Fabric or clothing draped over light fixtures
Fake plants or greenery

If you have any questions about this, please feel free to email RHD Tatiyana (tr389). If you are unsure if something is allowed – send me a picture and I can confirm.