Fire Safety

All students are expected to observe the following regulations critical to the prevention of residence hall fires:

1. The use or possession of any dangerous chemical or explosive material, including but not limited to, fireworks, gunpowder, gasoline or propane is prohibited within the residence halls.
2. Tampering with fire alarms, fire sprinklers, smoke detectors or fire extinguishers is a violation of state law and is prohibited.
3. Propping open doors for any purpose other than emergency evacuation is prohibited.
4. Room doors, breezeways, corridors, stairways, and building exits must be kept clear of obstructions at all times. Balconies, breezeways and patios must not be used as storage areas.
5. All students and guests must evacuate any building in which a fire alarm sounds in accordance with all local, state and federal law.
6. Students who continually activate a fire alarm because of cooking or preventable circumstances may result in the student receiving disciplinary action and/or a service fee.