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Fire safety and prevention is of paramount importance in a residential living environment. The responsibility for this safety rests with each resident living in the hall. Each residential facility is equipped with fire alarm pull stations on every floor and at every access point. In addition to the institution’s Fire Safety Policy, the following pertain to all residential students:
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Open Flame
- Items such as oil lamps and incense are prohibited. Unlit/Unused candles are permitted for decoration as long the wick has been removed.
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Appliances
- One refrigerator (6.0 cubic feet or less) is permitted in each room - refrigerators are provided in Enotah Hall, Rollins Hall, and The Village Apartments.
- One microwave oven (under 1 cubic foot or less) is permitted in each bedroom.
- Open coil or open flame items such as ranges are prohibited.
- George Foreman type grills, toasters, and toaster ovens are only permitted in The Village Apartments.
- Electrical appliances such as irons, coffeepots, hot pots and electric blankets - while on, these must not be left unattended. Young Harris College requires appliances that heat to have automatic shut-off features.
- It is prohibited to house refrigerators, microwaves, or other appliances in use in closets, drawers, or other enclosed spaces.
- Halogen lamps, lava lamps, and lamps with plastic shades are prohibited. Residents must use the correct wattage lightbulbs for lamps.
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Electrical Safety
- Do not overload electrical outlets.
- Electrical products should be marked by the manufacturer as “UL Listed”.
- Always use a power surge protector for multiple outlets to protect your property.
- Each power strip and extension cord must be plugged into a wall outlet. Plugging extension cords into other extension cords, plugging extension cords into power strips, plugging power strips into extension cords or plugging power strips into other power strips is prohibited. In addition, power strips and/or extension cords may not be plugged into outlet expanders.
- Do not place posters or wall hangings over electrical outlets or lights.
- Students may not tamper with (including plugging anything into) the wireless access points in the residence halls.
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Trees
- Live trees are prohibited in campus housing.
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Grills
- Charcoal grills are only allowed on the concrete areas of the Village Apartments at least ten feet away from any building. Residents will need to properly dispose of used charcoal and store grills properly. Grills should never be used or stored on wooden porches/decks. Failure to use or store grills properly may result in loss of grilling privileges.
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Other Fire Safety Concerns
- Hookahs or other smoking devices are prohibited in campus housing.
- Removal of window screens and restrictors is prohibited.
- Jamming of personal bedroom doors or propping of exterior doors is prohibited.
- Tampering with electronic locking mechanisms, such as taping the lock or magnet is prohibited.
Fire Alarm Evacuation Procedure
At the beginning of the fall semester, the fire alarm procedure is explained, exits are posted, and a fire drill is held for the instruction of all residents. A minimum of one unannounced fire drill will be held each semester. The following procedures should be followed during a fire alarm:
- Close all windows in your room
- Close the door behind you
- Walk quietly and quickly to your exit
- Wait for the “all clear” signal from a Residence Life Professional before re-entering the building
Failure to evacuate the building or re-entering a building prior to receiving permission to do so during a fire alarm is prohibited and will result in a conduct violation.
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