In accordance with the requirements of The University's Fire & Life Safety Program, a permit is required before the ignition of any open flame on state owned property.
Applications must be made in writing (7) working days prior tot he request of this permit.
- Location - Fires in approved containers shall be permitted, provided that such fires are not less than 20 feet from any structure this includes tents. Extreme caution should be used to prevent the ignition of any nearby trees, foliage, or grassland, vehicles or equipment, or any other object adjacent, above, or below the area of the fire.
- Firepit Materials - Fuel for open fires shall consist only of seasoned dry firewood and shall be ignited with a small quantity of paper. Do not use flammable or combustible liquids or gases, reactive chemicals, rubber, plastics, or other unapproved methods of ignition.
- Barbecues - Commercially purchased charcoal briquettes and lighter fluid are allowed, at no time should wood or vegetation be used in a BBQ Grill.
- Gas Grills - Only commercially purchased grills are allowed on campus. Annual training is required for students wishing to use these devices.
- Attendance - Any open flame shall be constantly attended until the fire is extinguished. At a minimum the permit requestor is expected to be at the permitted event to ensure adherence to the permit conditions.
- Fire suppression - All of the following shall be immediately available and ready for use in the area of the fire:
- At least one portable fire extinguisher, 10-lb. ABC multi-purpose dry chemical) This will be provided to the requestor by EH&S.
- A metal can with lid and shovel will be provided to the requestor by EH&S
- Training - Portable fire extinguisher training is required for those supervising an open flame/burn activity. If you have not received this training, contact the Fire Safety Office at 1-1745 or safety@wm.edu to request training.