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    The document provides guidelines for the safe use of portable indoor space heaters on campus. It specifies that only electric space heaters with safety features like overheat protection and tip-over shutoff that are approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory are permitted. Space heaters must be placed on the floor and used a safe distance from combustibles, kept away from water, and plugged directly into a wall outlet without extension cords. Proper use requires inspecting the heater for damage, keeping cords out of walkways, and turning off the heater when spaces are unoccupied.

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    The document provides guidelines for the safe use of portable indoor space heaters on campus. It specifies that only electric space heaters with safety features like overheat protection and tip-over shutoff that are approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory are permitted. Space heaters must be placed on the floor and used a safe distance from combustibles, kept away from water, and plugged directly into a wall outlet without extension cords. Proper use requires inspecting the heater for damage, keeping cords out of walkways, and turning off the heater when spaces are unoccupied.

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    The document provides guidelines for the safe use of portable indoor space heaters on campus. It specifies that only electric space heaters with safety features like overheat protection and tip-over shutoff that are approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory are permitted. Space heaters must be placed on the floor and used a safe distance from combustibles, kept away from water, and plugged directly into a wall outlet without extension cords. Proper use requires inspecting the heater for damage, keeping cords out of walkways, and turning off the heater when spaces are unoccupied.

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    The document provides guidelines for the safe use of portable indoor space heaters on campus. It specifies that only electric space heaters with safety features like overheat protection and tip-over shutoff that are approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory are permitted. Space heaters must be placed on the floor and used a safe distance from combustibles, kept away from water, and plugged directly into a wall outlet without extension cords. Proper use requires inspecting the heater for damage, keeping cords out of walkways, and turning off the heater when spaces are unoccupied.

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    Environmental

    Health & Safety FIRE MARSHAL’S OFFICE

    Use of Portable Indoor Space Heaters


    Definitions
    Space heater: A space heater is a self-contained device for heating an enclosed area. Portable electric
    Space heaters are regulated by Section 605.10 of the California Fire Code.

    Space Heater Required Specifications


    Only space heaters meeting the following criteria are permitted:
    • The heater must be electrically powered and designated as approved with a nationally recognized
    testing laboratory mark [common marks include Underwriters Laboratories (UL) or FM Global
    Technologies (FM)]. Liquid-fuel (propane, kerosene) space heaters are not permitted.
    • The space heater must have a thermostat for heat regulation. Heaters without thermostats (e.g.,
    simple "on/off" or "high/low" switches) are not permitted.
    • Space heaters must have a tip-over shutdown feature. If the heater is knocked over, the unit must
    automatically shut off.
    • Space heaters that are not equipped with a tip-over shutdown feature must have overheat protection,
    which will automatically shut the unit off if there is an overheat situation.
    • Space heaters listed in accordance with UL1278 comply with Section 605.10 of the California Fire
    Code.

    Safe Use of Space Heaters


    Location requirements
    Approved space heaters must be used as follows:
    • The heater may be placed only on the floor. Heaters located on filing cabinets, tables, desks or other
    surfaces are more susceptible to being knocked over, resulting in accidents or fires.
    • Heaters may only be placed on electrical circuits sufficiently capable of handling the amperage draw
    of the heater and other equipment on the circuit.
    • Heaters may not be used in areas where flammable liquids are in use or stored.
    • Keep the heater away from water and out of damp locations.
    • Maintain minimum clearance distances as specified by the manufacturer. Combustible or flammable
    materials must be kept away from the heater.

    Operating requirements
    • Inspect the heater and power cord for broken or damaged parts. Never operate a heater with obvious
    or suspected damage.
    • Heaters must be plugged directly into a wall receptacle. Use of extension cords, power strips or other
    indirect means of providing power is not allowed.
    • Electric cords must be kept out of foot traffic paths to prevent tripping.
    • Do not run the heater’s cord under doors, rugs, or carpeting. This can damage the cord and/or hide
    damage to the cord.
    • The heater must be turned off any time the room or area being heated is unoccupied, especially at
    the end of the workday.

    Fire Marshal’s Office


    480 Oak Rd, Stanford, CA 94305 T 650.723.0448 F 650.725.3468

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