prohibited . Residential facility kitchens are also not to be used for things such as class projects , science experiments , or washing hair . Additionally , residents who use residential facility kitchens are required to clean up after themselves before leaving .
For safety and security reasons , the following items and those similar are prohibited outside of the kitchen ( e . g ., bedroom , bathroom , common living area , etc .):
• two-sided , open-faced , or indoor electric grills
• deep fryers ( panini press , waffle maker , “ Foreman Grill ,” etc .) • air fryers
• toasters and toaster ovens
• electric skillets
• hot plates
• appliances w / exposed heating coils
• pressure cookers , slow cookers , or crock pots • “ Insta-Pots ”
Permitted Appliances
Outside of the common kitchen area , residents are permitted to have a microwave oven ( must be 1,000 watts or less ), popcorn poppers , hot pots , and coffee pots with an automatic shut-off feature . Refrigerators ( with or without freezers ) which do not exceed 5 cubic feet total capacity are allowed . Residents with larger appliances will be asked to remove them and will be subject to a fine per occurrence . See your RA with questions regarding permitted appliances .
Safe Operation
All appliances used in any EFSC residential facility must be listed , in good working condition , and plugged into a power strip with a built-in circuit breaker . Any appliance deemed unsafe upon inspection by College Officials will be removed upon request .
Cooking Tips to Avoid Smoke Alarms
• Always turn on vent above stovetop when cooking
• Use caution when cooking and never leave food unattended
• The stovetops in residential facilities may heat differently than other stoves ; residents should check food frequently
• Have a tight-fitting lid available to cover the pan until it cools in case of a potential grease fire
• In the event of grease fire , place a lid on the pan / pot to extinguish . Never put water on a grease fire !
• Do not use the oven for storage and check to make sure the oven is empty prior to preheating for use
• If smoke detector sounds from cooking in ONLY the shared kitchen area , and there is NO fire :
▪ Call your RA and / or EFSC Security
▪ Provide name , location , and inform them a smoke detector is sounding
▪ Turn on the vent or fan and open windows , if possible , to clear any smoke
▪ EFSC Security or Facilities Services will respond to the scene
Rubbish Disposal
All garbage resulting from the preparation of food in all facilities must be placed in a garbage bag and taken directly to the area dumpsters to avoid odors , attracting bugs , or contributing to unsanitary conditions . Rubbish should not accumulate in excessive quantities or be left in common areas .
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