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The purpose of this policy is to assure safety by defining the proper use of small appliances and the areas/departments that will be allowed to use them.

#Toaster ovens, convection ovens, electric skillets, griddles, hot plates and charcoal grills are not to be used in areas outside the kitchens operated by food service.

#Certain small appliances (toasters, coffee makers/pots, microwave ovens) shall be allowed to be used in non-clinical and non-laboratory spaces as long as they are cleaned, maintained and used in a safe manner. Non-clinical and non-laboratory spaces include: break rooms, offices, conference rooms, waiting rooms, etc. In labs these areas must be separated by four walls and a door from the laboratory space.  Activation of the fire alarm system as a result of misuse will result in immediate removal of the device.

#All small appliances must have the UL seal of approval.

#Small appliances will not be operated on the same counter as a sink unless they are plugged in to an outlet that is Ground Fault Circuit Interruption (GFCI) protected.

#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.  

#All small appliances with the exception of microwaves will be unplugged when unattended.

#All appliances will be properly maintained, i.e., clean, no frayed cords, operating correctly, all moving parts are free from sticking.

#Microwaves will not be left unattended during operation.

==General Information==

#Do not cook, warm, or toast rice cakes, fried foods, or non-bread items.

#Heat pastry-filled or frosted items on lightest setting (Pop-tarts/toaster pastries).

#Do not cover toaster or use near curtains, drapes, walls, or under cabinets.

#Never cover toaster or toast slots during operation.

#Remove loose crumbs by using the removable tray or unplugging and turning the toaster upside down and shaking.

#Do not force oversized items into the toaster that could jam the mechanism.

#Keep clear of combustible or flammable liquids and materials.

*Contact [mailto:jhauser@unmc.edu UNMC Safety].<br />