Student Handbook - The Taft School

producing appliances will considered to be in violation of the Fire Hazard Rule as described
on page 15.
9. Extension cords must be UL approved. They must not be laid under rugs or walking areas.
Splicing of cords is not allowed. Use only insulated staples to attach cords to moldings. Dorm
rooms have duplex outlets, each of which is limited to three appliances unless a junction box
with a circuit breaker is used.
10. No lighting fixtures or electrical appliances may be wired into the closets of
dormitory rooms.
11. Tampering with lighting fixtures, outlets, switches, and panels is forbidden.
12. Open flames of any kind are prohibited.
13. Students may not tamper with fire hoses and extinguishers.
14. Fire doors should be kept closed at all times.
RESIDENTIAL LIFE
ROOM DAMAGES
The school’s Maintenance Staff inspects all rooms a few times each year. Any damages over and above
normal wear and tear will be charged equally to room occupants.
Furniture, furnishings and closet doors may not be removed from rooms assigned; if they have
been removed there will be charges for their restoration.
Room doors should be kept free of stickers and markings.
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