Common use of FIRE AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT Clause in Contracts

FIRE AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Tampering with fire and safety equipment is a violation of state law and University policy and may result in disciplinary action by the University and/or the Department, including fines or removal from University housing. Tampering includes, but is not limited to, disconnecting, intentionally damaging, covering, or vandalizing in any way smoke detectors, fire sprinklers, alarm horns, pull stations, fire extinguishers, door closers or exit signs. Covering or hanging anything on fire sprinkler heads or pipes is NOT permitted at any time. Storage or placement of furnishings or belongings less than 18 inches from any light fixture or the ceiling is NOT permitted. Any malfunction of fire safety equipment, including room smoke detectors or fire sprinkler equipment, should be immediately reported to your Community Office.