At the University of Rochester we allow the use of the ceramic type
heater after facilities has verified they can not supply a comfortable
heated environment. The heaters are then purchased and installed
through the facilities department. We require the basic good fire
practices such as no combustibles within 3 feet of the heater, no
extension cords supplying the heaters, must be continuously
attended while in operation, etc.

Date sent:              Thu, 9 Dec 1999 08:02:22 -0500
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From:                   "Jeffrey A. Sitler" <[log in to unmask]>
Organization:           Office of  Environmental Health and Safety
Subject:                Space Heaters
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> We are in the process of developing a policy on space heaters.  As UVA
> is a mix of very old to very new buildings, some buildings and spaces
> suffer from inadequate and/or poorly distributed heat.  We have
> considered an outright ban, however, that would not necessarily be fair
> to those that are suffering, especially those that may be particularly
> impacted by the cold.  We would appreciate any ideas and insights on
> this issue.
> Thank you.
>
>
>


Mark Cavanaugh
University of Rochester
Fire Marshal
300 East River Rd
Rochester, NY 14623