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Policy No.: '''2016''' <br /> | Policy No.: '''2016''' <br /> | ||
Effective Date: '''12/16/2014''' <br /> | Effective Date: '''12/16/2014''' <br /> | ||
Revised Date: '''draft 11/ | Revised Date: '''draft 11/10/21'''<br /> | ||
Reviewed Date: ''' '''<br /> | Reviewed Date: ''' '''<br /> | ||
<br /><big>'''Small Appliance</big> | <br /><big>'''Small Appliance</big> | ||
==Basis of Policy== | ==Basis of Policy== | ||
This policy assures fire safety by defining the proper use of small appliances and cooking devices at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.<br /> | |||
Portable space heaters are prohibited for use on campus. See UNMC Policy No. 2006, [[Portable Space Heaters]].<br /> | |||
To prevent unintentional ingestion and/or absorption of chemical, biological or radioactive materials, preparing or consuming food and/or drink is not allowed in clinical settings, laboratories or any areas where chemical, biological or radioactive materials are used or stored. See UNMC Policy No. 2010, [[Food, Drinks and Cosmetic Use in Laboratory Areas]]. | |||
==Policy== | ==Policy== | ||
All small appliances and cooking devices on the UNMC campus must be operated in a safe manner, consistent with current fire and safety guidelines. | All small appliances and cooking devices on the UNMC campus must be operated in a safe manner, consistent with current fire and safety guidelines. | ||
===Small Appliances=== | ===Small Appliances=== | ||
#Small appliances includes but is not limited to toasters, coffee makers/pots, microwave ovens, crockery pots/slow cookers and electric water heating kettles. | #Small appliances includes but is not limited to toasters, coffee makers/pots, microwave ovens, crockery pots/slow cookers/multi cookers (e.g. Crock-Pots) and electric water heating kettles. | ||
#Ensure all small appliances have the UL seal of approval. | #Ensure all small appliances have the UL seal of approval. | ||
#All small appliances, with the exception of microwaves, will be unplugged when unattended. | #All small appliances, with the exception of microwaves, will be unplugged when unattended. | ||
#Microwaves and toasters should not be left unattended during operation. | #Microwaves and toasters should not be left unattended during operation. | ||
#All small appliances must be properly maintained, i.e., clean, no frayed cords, operating correctly and all moving parts free from sticking. | #All small appliances must be properly maintained, i.e., clean, no frayed cords, operating correctly and all moving parts free from sticking. | ||
#Small appliances can be used in non-clinical and non-laboratory spaces, including break rooms, offices, conference rooms and waiting rooms. Small appliances used for eating/drinking purposes, must not be used in laboratory spaces. | #Small appliances can be used in non-clinical and non-laboratory spaces, including break rooms, offices, conference rooms and waiting rooms. Small appliances used for eating/drinking purposes, must not be used in laboratory spaces. See UNMC Policy No. 2010, [[Food, Drinks and Cosmetic Use in Laboratory Areas]]. | ||
#Do not use small appliances near a sink unless plugged into a Ground Fault Circuit Interruption (GFCI) protected outlet. | #Do not use small appliances near a sink unless plugged into a Ground Fault Circuit Interruption (GFCI) protected outlet. | ||
#Small appliances must be plugged directly into electrical outlets. The use of extension cords, circuit breaker bars and outlet expanders is not allowed in conjunction with these devices. | #Small appliances must be plugged directly into electrical outlets. The use of extension cords, circuit breaker bars and outlet expanders is not allowed in conjunction with these devices. | ||
#Plug-in air fresheners and wax warmers (e.g. Scentsy’s) for heating scented wax or candles are not allowed in any area. | #Plug-in air fresheners and wax warmers (e.g. Scentsy’s) for heating scented wax or candles are not allowed in any area. | ||
#Activation of the fire alarm system due to misuse will result in the immediate removal of the small appliance. | #Activation of the fire alarm system due to misuse will result in the immediate removal of the small appliance. | ||
#Portable space Heaters pose several hazards and are prohibited from use on campus. See UNMC Policy No. 2006, [[Portable Space Heaters]]. | |||
====Special Requirement For Using Toasters==== | ====Special Requirement For Using Toasters==== | ||
To reduce the fire hazard and false alarms associated with toasters: | To reduce the fire hazard and false alarms associated with toasters: | ||
#Do not operate while unattended. | #Do not operate while unattended. | ||
#Do not toast rice cakes, fried foods or non-bread items. | #Do not toast rice cakes, fried foods or non-bread items. | ||
#Toast pastry-filled or frosted items (e.g Pop- | #Toast pastry-filled or frosted items (e.g Pop-Tarts/toaster pastries) on the lightest setting. | ||
#Do not use a toaster near curtains, drapes, walls or under cabinets. | #Do not use a toaster near curtains, drapes, walls or under cabinets. | ||
#Do not use a toaster near combustible or flammable liquids or materials. | #Do not use a toaster near combustible or flammable liquids or materials. | ||
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===Cooking Devices=== | ===Cooking Devices=== | ||
#Cooking devices include but are not limited to toaster ovens, convection ovens, electric skillets, griddles, hot plates, pressure cookers, air fryers and grills | #Cooking devices include but are not limited to toaster ovens, convection ovens, electric skillets, griddles, hot plates, pressure cookers, air fryers and grills | ||
#Cooking devices are prohibited from use on campus, unless operated by Food Services. | #Cooking devices are prohibited from use on campus, unless operated by Food Services or an approved contractor. | ||
#Exceptions for using cooking devices at outdoor events may be granted on a case-by-case basis. Contact the campus Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) 402-559-4050 for prior authorization. | #Exceptions for using cooking devices at outdoor events may be granted on a case-by-case basis. Contact the campus Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) 402-559-4050 for prior authorization. | ||
====Special Instructions for Using Grills on Campus==== | ====Special Instructions for Using Grills on Campus==== | ||
Grills | Grills (electric, charcoal, propane, wood pellet, etc.), both inside and outside on campus, may be operated '''only by Food Service or an approved contractor''' following local health department regulations. <br /> | ||
It is forbidden to store fuel sources inside any UNMC building. | |||
==Additional Information== | ==Additional Information== | ||
*Contact [mailto:unmcehs@unmc.edu UNMC Environmental Health and Safety] or 402-559-6356 | *Contact [mailto:unmcehs@unmc.edu UNMC Environmental Health and Safety] or 402-559-6356 | ||
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*[https://www.unmc.edu/ehs/safety/safety_policies_plans_guidelines.html UNMC Environmental Health and Safety Policies, Plans and Guidelines]. | *[https://www.unmc.edu/ehs/safety/safety_policies_plans_guidelines.html UNMC Environmental Health and Safety Policies, Plans and Guidelines]. | ||
*UNMC Policy No. 2006, [[Portable Space Heaters]] | *UNMC Policy No. 2006, [[Portable Space Heaters]] | ||
*UNMC Policy No. 2010, [[Food, Drinks and Cosmetic Use in Laboratory Areas]]<br /> | |||
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