The applicant or show promotor is responsible to make sure that all areas of the International Fire Code and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) are complied with.
Three feet of clearance shall be maintained around all fire extinguishers, electrical panels and any other fire protection equipment. ( 2015 IFC 6053, 906.6)(Current Edition of NFPA 13, NFPA 72)
All fire protection equipment, to include alarms, shall not be obstructed. (Current Edition of NFPA 72)
Any vehicles stored within the building shall have batteries disconnected, fuel down to 1/4 of a tank or 5 gallons, whichever is less, fuel cap or fill opens shall be secured, vehicles, boats, or other motorcraft equipment are not fueled or defueled within the building. (2015 IFC 314.4)
No spray painting within the building. (2015 IFC chapter 24)
Compressed gas cylinders are only allowed if they are new and empty or they meet the requirements of the International Fire Code.
Propane/Butane cylinders used in hand torches, portable cooking equipment and similar applications shall comply with UL 147B, (United Laboratory) Standard Non-refillable (Disposal) Type Fuel Gas Cylinder Assemblies. 2003 NFPA. Demonstration uses. Portable LP-gas containers are allowed to be used temporarily for demonstrations and public exhibitions. Such containers shall not exceed a water capacity of 12 pounds(5kg). Where more than one such container is present in the same room, each container shall be separated from the other containers by a distance of not less than 20 feet.(2015 IFC 6103.2.1.5)
Exit width of the exit doors shall be maintained 20 feet from the doors and leading out of the doors toward the exterior of the building.
No parking in front of fire hydrants.
Multiplug adapters such as cube adapters, unfused plug strips or any other device not complying with NFPA 70 shall be prohibited. Extension Cords and flexible cords shall not be a substitute for permanent wiring. Extension cords and flexible cords shall not be affixed to structures extended through walls, ceilings or floors, or under doors or floor coverings, nor shall such cords be subject to environmental damage or physical impact. Extension cords shall be used only with portable appliances. (2015 IFC 605.4 and 6055, NFPA 70)
Allowed fat fryers is one that can be set on a table. Any one booth cannot have more than 32 pounds of oil capacity. Portable Fryers shall be placed on rear tables in the booth or be placed a minimum of five feet from the public to prevent splashing and burns. Where a portable cooking fryer is used, shall be constructed of a non-combustible surface or covered with a non-combustible material. A minimum of 18 inches of clearance around the portable fryer unit shall be maintained. Walls, decorative drapes, etc. behind the portable fryer unit shall be covered with a non-combustible material up to the top of the wall or drape. Each fryer will require a minimum of one class "K" extinguisher placed within 30 feet of the fryer. (2015 IFC Section 609)
Event producers, Exhibitors, Vendors, etc. that desire the use of an open flame for display, exhibit, cooking, etc. shall be required to apply for an Open Flame/Burn Permit. The application will be reviewed and issued by the Sandy City Fire Department Fire Marshal Office, and will outline the conditions of the permit. The use of any type of open flame will be prohibited without the possession of the Open Flame/Burn Permit. This permit may be applied for at our Fire Prevention page; or by calling 801-568-2930.
Any enclosed or covered exhibit, including trailers, canopies, awnings etc. exceeding 100 square feet, must have a smoke alarm installed at the peak of the structure. Covered exhibits that are 300 square feet or greater will require fire watch.
Tree branches, haystacks, saw dust or other highly combustible materials shall not be allowed in any exhibit. All drapes, curtains, table coverings, skirts, carpet or any decorative materials used in exhibits must have a fire rating tag and/or documentation that shows that they are flame retardant. (2015 IFC Chapter 8)

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