Fire Code Violations
An exit sign that is blocked or confusing falls under this violation
What are hidden exit signs
This is the maximum number of people allowed in a room, and it is posted on the wall
What is the occupant load
Never cover a cord with one of these floor items
What is a rug
Decor can’t be attached to these ceiling devices that spray water
What are sprinklers
The hotel can face consequences for ignoring fire codes because following them is required by this
What is the law (NYS Fire Code)
Candles and flambé count as this violation
What are open flames
This violation happens when more people are in the room than the posted occupant load
What is overcrowding
If an outlet is hot or malfunctioning, you should do this
What is report it
Decor can’t block these on a staircase
What are handrails
Out of the 4 reasons for compliance, this one is about the people in the building
What is human safety
A power strip plugged into another power strip falls under this violation.
What are daisy chains
This is the type of tape you do NOT want to use to cover electrical cords
What is Duct tape
A cord in this condition should not be used
What is frayed (or damaged)
Freshly cut flowers and potted plants are fine, but this type of plant material isn’t
What is dry (branches, leaves)
Following rules and regulations ensures that events aren’t this
What is interrupted or shut down (Event Flow)
Banquet chairs stacked in front of an exit door fall under this violation
What is obstruction of egress
Cords running across a walkway need this to prevent trips
What is Gaffer’s tape
Cords should be kept away from these 3 things
What are water, foot traffic, and exit paths
Decorations must stay at least this far below the ceiling.
What is 2 feet
Out of the 4 reasons for compliance, this one is about keeping the hotel building and equipment from being damaged
What is property protection
This number of inches is the minimum aisle width required for round banquet tables
What is 19 inches
This is a continuous and unobstructed path out of the building
What is Egress
Check these on a power strip before plugging in equipment
What are load limits
If the Design team wants real candles on tables, you should do this
What is have a conversation with Design and revisit our code to make it fire code compliant
These are the 4 broad reasons fire code compliance matters.
Human Safety, Legal Obligation, Property Protection, Event Flow