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	*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
	*[https://www.unmc.edu/ehs/about-us/index.html UNMC Environmental Health and Safety]		*[https://www.unmc.edu/ehs/about-us/index.html UNMC Environmental Health and Safety]
	*[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/occ-health/resources.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 />		*UNMC Policy No. 2010, [[Food, Drinks and Cosmetic Use in Laboratory Areas]]<br />
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	==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
	*[https://www.unmc.edu/ehs/about/index.html UNMC Environmental Health and Safety]		*[https://www.unmc.edu/ehs/about-us/index.html UNMC Environmental Health and Safety]
	*[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]]

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	*UNMC Policy No. 2010, [[Food, Drinks and Cosmetic Use in Laboratory Areas]]<br />		*UNMC Policy No. 2010, [[Food, Drinks and Cosmetic Use in Laboratory Areas]]<br />
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	[[Safety]] \| [[Deadly Weapon]] \| [[Latex Sensitivity]] \| [[Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure]] \| [[Waste Handling]] \| [[Portable Space Heaters]] \| [[Children in the Workplace]] \| [[Pets in the Workplace]] \| [[Tuberculosis Exposure]] \| [[Food, Drinks and Cosmetic Use in Laboratory Areas]] \| [[Medical Surveillance]] \| [[Enterprise Threat Assessment Response Team]] \| [[Management of Violent or Aggressive Patients/Visitors]] \| [[Youth Safety]] \| [[Tours]] \| [~~https://wiki.unmc.edu/index.php/Small_Appliance~~ Small Appliance ~~and Cooking Devices~~] \| [[Unmanned Aircraft]] \| [[Electric Scooter]] \| [[Face Covering]]		[[Safety]] \| [[Deadly Weapon]] \| [[Shipping Hazardous Materials]] \| [[Latex Sensitivity]] \| [[Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure]] \| [[Waste Handling]] \| [[Portable Space Heaters]] \| [[Children in the Workplace]] \| [[Pets in the Workplace]] \| [[Tuberculosis Exposure]] \| [[Food, Drinks and Cosmetic Use in Laboratory Areas]] \| [[Medical Surveillance]] \| [[Enterprise Threat Assessment Response Team]] \| [[Management of Violent or Aggressive Patients/Visitors]] \| [[Youth Safety]] \| [[Tours]] \| [[Small Appliance]] \| [[Unmanned Aircraft]] \| [[Electric Scooter]] \| [[Face Covering]]
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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~~/10/21'''<br />		Revised Date: '''12/02/21'''<br />
	Reviewed Date: ''' '''<br />		Reviewed Date: '''12/02/21'''<br />
	<br /><big>'''Small Appliance and Cooking Devices Policy</big>		<br /><big>'''Small Appliance and Cooking Devices Policy</big>
	==Basis of Policy==		==Basis of Policy==

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	[[Safety]] \| [[Deadly Weapon]] \| [[Latex Sensitivity]] \| [[Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure]] \| [[Waste Handling]] \| [[Portable Space Heaters]] \| [[Children in the Workplace]] \| [[Pets in the Workplace]] \| [[Tuberculosis Exposure]] \| [[Food, Drinks and Cosmetic Use in Laboratory Areas]] \| [[Medical Surveillance]] \| [[Enterprise Threat Assessment Response Team]] \| [[Management of Violent or Aggressive Patients/Visitors]] \| [[Youth Safety]] \| [[Tours]] \| [[Small Appliance]~~] \|~~ \| [[Unmanned Aircraft]] \| [[Electric Scooter]] \| [[Face Covering]]		[[Safety]] \| [[Deadly Weapon]] \| [[Latex Sensitivity]] \| [[Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure]] \| [[Waste Handling]] \| [[Portable Space Heaters]] \| [[Children in the Workplace]] \| [[Pets in the Workplace]] \| [[Tuberculosis Exposure]] \| [[Food, Drinks and Cosmetic Use in Laboratory Areas]] \| [[Medical Surveillance]] \| [[Enterprise Threat Assessment Response Team]] \| [[Management of Violent or Aggressive Patients/Visitors]] \| [[Youth Safety]] \| [[Tours]] \| [https://wiki.unmc.edu/index.php/Small_Appliance Small Appliance and Cooking Devices] \| [[Unmanned Aircraft]] \| [[Electric Scooter]] \| [[Face Covering]]
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	Revised Date: '''draft 11/10/21'''<br />		Revised Date: '''draft 11/10/21'''<br />
	Reviewed Date: ''' '''<br />		Reviewed Date: ''' '''<br />
	<br /><big>'''Small Appliance</big>		<br /><big>'''Small Appliance and Cooking Devices Policy</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 />		This policy assures fire safety by defining the proper use of small appliances and cooking devices at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.<br />

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	#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]].		#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:

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	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/multi~~ cookers (e.g. Crock-Pots) and electric water heating kettles.		#Small appliances includes but is not limited to toasters, coffee makers/pots, microwave ovens, crockery pots/slow 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.

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	#Never cover a toaster or toast slots during operation.		#Never cover a toaster or toast slots during operation.
	===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 or an approved contractor.		#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.
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	*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
	*[https://www.unmc.edu/ehs/about/index.html UNMC Environmental Health and Safety]		*[https://www.unmc.edu/ehs/about/index.html UNMC Environmental Health and Safety]
	*[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 />		*UNMC Policy No. 2010, [[Food, Drinks and Cosmetic Use in Laboratory Areas]]<br />
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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 11/09/21'''<br />		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.		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]].
			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-~~tarts~~/toaster pastries) on the lightest setting.		#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 – 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 />		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 />

	~~Do not~~ store fuel sources inside any UNMC building.		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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