The New York State Uniform Fire Prevention & Building Code does not allow
extension cords to be used in place of permanent wiring.  I imagine that other
states have similar codes.

Question:

If applicable, how do your respective colleges and universities address this
issue, particularly in older residence hall rooms that may not have enough
outlets, or may have outlets that are not equally spaced throughout the room?
Do you provide/allow power-strips, did you install new outlets, etc.?

If extension cords are found in residence hall rooms, what are your policies
and procedures for disciplinary action and/or corrective measures?  Has any
school rewired its residence halls to address this issue?

Thank you in advance for any feedback.

Michael Lewis, CHMM, Manager
Ithaca College Campus Safety - Life Safety Services
101 Physical Plant/Campus Safety Bldg.
Ithaca, NY 14850
Tele.: 607-274-3757
Fax.:  607-274-1868