Guidelines for Barbecues at University Park Campus

• Barbecues are only approved for recognized university groups.
• All barbecues must be approved by the Environmental Health and Safety office.
• Approval for a barbecue must be secured at least one (1) week prior to the event.
• The barbecue location must be approved by both the Environmental Health and Safety office and the area having jurisdiction.
• There must be a designated person in charge.
• Only propane grills will be approved for use. The use of charcoal grills is not permitted.
• A maximum of three (3) grills will be permitted per event.
• A 10 foot perimeter must be established and maintained around the grill(s) to prevent individuals from accidentally coming in to contact with the grills.
• Grills must be situated on a hard surface (not on grass), away from building entrances and overhangs.
• A minimum of one (1) 5-lb. dry chemical fire extinguisher must be present during the barbecue. Building fire extinguishers shall not be utilized to meet this requirement.
• Cooked food must be removed from the grill(s) to a table for dispensing onto plates, rolls, etc.

The above guidelines are provided for everyone's safety. Any violation of the guidelines will constitute cause to have the function terminated.

Steven G. Triebold
Fire Protection Engineer
Environmental Health and Safety
(814) 865-6391