permitted decorations contact an RA . Live-cut holiday type trees and excessive amounts of cut vegetation are prohibited inside all EFSC residential facilities .

Electrical Cord Guidelines Extension cords are prohibited in EFSC residential facilities . Only 120v , listed electrical power outlet strips ( surge protectors ) with a built-in manual reset 15-amp circuit breaker are allowed . The maximum allowable length of a cord is six feet , with a maximum of six outlets at the end of the cord . Only one outlet strip may be used per wall outlet , and power strips may not be plugged into one another ( daisy-chaining ). In addition , non-circuited multi-socket cords , multi-plug adapters , any items with a frayed or damaged cord , and air fresheners or fans with an outlet are strictly prohibited as they can cause a fire . Be very cautious and ask an RA any questions you may have . These policies are in accordance with the Florida State Fire Marshal and state policy .

Prohibited Items and Hazardous Materials Explosives , flammable or any hazardous substances , or any item of a dangerous nature are strictly prohibited within EFSC residential facilities . This includes , but is not limited to , space heaters , fireworks , bug bombs , gases , gasoline , solvents , charcoal lighter fluid , propane , non-life-support compressed gas cylinders , dive tanks , and welding tanks ( full or empty ). Also see Appliances , Candles and Incense , Decorations , Electrical Cord Guidelines , Smoking , and Weapons in this guide for other prohibited items . EFSC Emergency Management has the final authority in determining an item ’ s classification as hazardous . All items deemed hazardous will be removed upon request .

Smoking / Vaping Smoking / Vaping is not permitted in any residential facility , room , hallway , lounge , kitchen , laundry room , community center , common space , classroom , or enclosed stairway of any building owned or managed by EFSC .

Weapons In accordance with Florida Statutes 790.001 ( 3 )( b ) and 790.06 , you may carry selfdefense chemical spray ( Pepper Spray ) while on campus and in residential facilities provided it is carried solely for the purpose of self-defense , is compact in size , and contains no more than 2 ounces of chemical . You do not need a concealed weapons license to carry self-defense chemical spray . Students , employees , and faculty members with a valid Florida concealed weapons license may also carry a stun gun or nonlethal electric weapon or device designed solely for self-defense provided it does not fire a dart or projectile . In addition , an individual 18 years of age or older may possess a concealed firearm or other weapon for self-defense ( or other lawful purposes ) within their private vehicle , without a license , provided the weapon is securely encased and not available for immediate use .

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Smoking / Vaping Smoking / Vaping is not permitted in any residential facility , room , hallway , lounge , kitchen , laundry room , community center , common space , classroom , or enclosed stairway of any building owned or managed by EFSC .