[SML] Torches on stage

[Jonathan Zitelman]

Bill,

Look at 1.3.2 for application and 3.3.12 for the definition. It basically
covers anything that produces a flame, and is not powder based (then it is
covered by NFPA 1126).  This also includes candles, with the exception of
religious use.  We are fortunate that our fire marshal is relaxed about
candles, but everything else requires full plans, etc.

Hope that helps!

Jonathan Zitelman
Texas Lutheran University

On Thu, Sep 20, 2018 at 4:40 PM Bill Potter via Stagecraft <
stagecraft at theatrical.net> wrote:

> Howdy Listers,
>
> Our Life Safety folks have looked into our request to use torches in an
> upcoming production. (We were planning on GAM torches.) Unfortunatley, they
> have denied the request, quoting NFPA 160, Standard for the Use of Flame
> Effects Before an Audience. Within that standard is a requirement that “All
> flame effect operators shall be at least 21 years of age.”
>
> I’m wondering if this standard might be intended to cover operators of
> larger equipment. I wouldn’t really think that a cast member holding a
> torch would be considered a “flame effect operator”. I’m certain I’ve seen
> folks under 21 holding candles, torches and other small flame effects
> onstage.
>
> Any thoughts on where to look in the code for torch guidelines?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Bill Potter
> bpotter at sps.edu
>
>
>
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