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Resident Room Information and RegulationsResidence Hall DecorationsReview residence hall decoration policy Also new this year: Due to a code change, the State Fire Marshall will no longer test samples for flammability (spray-treated fabrics). The manufacturer tag/label must be attached and reference the flame-resistant/non-combustible rating. Wall Decorations: Only 10 percent of the wall space may be covered with combustible decorative materials (posters, pictures, papers, textiles, etc.). There is no limit to the amount of non-combustible materials permitted on a wall. AppliancesElectrical appliances such as electric stoves, George Foreman-type grills, toaster ovens, toasters, air conditioners, space heaters, hot plates, and other open-coiled appliances are not permitted in residence hall rooms. One refrigerator is permitted in each room. However, it may not exceed 4.5 cubic feet in capacity with an electrical rating of 120 volts and no more than 2.0 amps when in operation. Small appliances that have fully enclosed heating elements and are UL approved, such as coffee makers, irons, and small microwaves (1,000 watts or less) are permitted. Only one small microwave per residence hall room is allowed. Halogen lamps and high intensity lamps are prohibited in residence hall rooms. Multiple fires in student rooms around the country have been attributed to halogen lamps coming into contact with bedding or clothing. 
Electrical Cords and Multi-Plug StripsAlterations of any kind to the electrical system are strickly prohibited. Extension cords of any kind are not permitted; refer to pictures of prohibited items. Power outlet strips are permitted if they are UL listed, have a maximum ampere rating of 15, and have an integral circuit breaker or fuse (the strip will have a reset switch or button on it). Power outlet strips can have a cord or be constructed as a multi-plug device that plugs directly into an outlet; both types must have an integral circuit breaker. Power outlet strips cannot be plugged into any other multi-plug device. Each power strip or multi-plug device must be plugged directly into a wall outlet and only two per student are permitted. Approved multi-plug power strip. Note the circuit breaker switch.
Prohibited Electrical Cords and Plugs
Flammable ItemsFlammable items such as fuel (propane, lamp oil, solvents, gasoline, etc) may not be stored or used in rooms. Items that require an open flame, operate on fuel, or produce heat (such as Bunsen burners, lit candles, incense, and alcohol burners) are prohibited. Candles, incense, and other items producing an open flame may not be burned in the residence halls except as part of a regulated religious ceremony approved in advance by Environmental Health and Safety Services. Tampering with Fire Safety EquipmentTampering with or misuse of fire safety equipment is prohibted. Fire safety equipment includes, but is not limited to: smoke detectors, alarm sounders, Stopper II alarm covers, alarm pull stations, sprinkler systems, and extinguishers. Anyone found causing an intentional fire alarm, tampering with fire safety equipment, or not properly evacuating during a fire alarm will face arrest and/or stern university action. Termination of the housing contract and suspension from the university are the minimum sanctions, respectively, for tampering with fire safety equipment (including sprinklers) or causing a false alarm. Fire Safety Room InspectionsThe Virginia State Fire Marshal's office is required to inspect the common and mechanical areas of each residence hall on an annual basis. In addition, 20 percent of student rooms are randomly selected for inspection. The inspection focuses on, but is not limited to: proper use of electrical cords; compliance with the decorations regulation; smoke detector testing, where required; and damaged sprinkler heads. Smoke Detector Testing and RecordingTesting battery-powered smoke detectors is easy and takes a minimal amount of time. Residents must test them once every week and record the results. A card with directions on how to test detectors is placed on the back of the door in student rooms. Please read it carefully and follow all instructions.
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