Fireworks/Pyrotechnics

Fireworks/Pyrotechnics on University Property

Attached to Policy FIN-INS-16 

Scope

This applies to all properties owned and/or controlled by the University (UNIVERSITY PROPERTY).

Standards

The sale of FIREWORKS on UNIVERSITY PROPERTY is forbidden. The possession and/or use of FIREWORKS on UNIVERSITY PROPERTY is forbidden without permission of the CORE ADVISORY GROUP.

The use of PYROTECHNICS during performances may be allowed but defined procedures must be followed, as specified in the Procedures section, below.

Procedures

1. The use of PYROTECHNICS during a performance may be allowed but
   1. An email must be sent to the Office of Insurance, Loss Control & Claims (INLOCC) at INLOCC@iu.edu at least 30 days prior to the performance:
      1. defining the venue,
      2. describing in detail the PYROTECHNICS,
      3. describing the qualifications of persons using the PYROTECHNICS, and
      4. describing the loss prevention and control procedures that will be in place.
   2. INLOCC will share that email with other members of the CORE ADVISORY GROUP, as applicable, and advise if permission is granted.
2. The sale of FIREWORKS will not be allowed on any UNIVERSITY PROPERTY.
3. The possession and/or use of FIREWORKS on UNIVERSITY PROPERTY is limited to those persons licensed under Indiana Code Title 22, Article 11, Chapter 14(or the applicable code of the state where the property is located).
4. Any group wishing to display fireworks on UNIVERSITY PROPERTY must
   1. comply with all provisions of the applicable state code, and
   2. make application at least 30 days prior to the event to INLOCC by contacting Mel Lane (INLOCC@iu.edu).
5. The CORE ADVISORY GROUP will review all applications and make recommendations to INLOCC for final disposition.
6. FIREWORKS may not be possessed and/or displayed on UNIVERSITY PROPERTY without permission from the CORE ADVISORY GROUP.
7. Any permitted display of FIREWORKS must be under the direction of persons approved by the CORE ADVISORY GROUP and their credentials must be presented as part of the application process.
8. Insurance: The minimum insurance requirements are found in our vendor insurance requirements procedure reference. Depending on the particular application we may increase the amounts of insurance required.

Definitions

PYROTECHNICS: For the purpose of this policy, “pyrotechnics” will refer to those displays used to enhance an artistic performance while “fireworks” will describe those devices customarily associated with Fourth of July displays.

FIREWORKS: IC 22-11-14-1  included by reference.

CORE ADVISORY GROUP: Includes

• Kutina England (Director)
• Tom Murphy (Associate Director)
• Mel Lane (Assistant Director – Loss Control)
• Scott Gillespie (Loss Control Manager – IUB)
• Rodney Johnson (Loss Control Manager – IUPUI)
• Rick Knapp (Loss Control Manager – Regional Campuses)
• Environmental Health & Safety 
  • When a campus has an office of Environmental Health & Safety, that office will be the authority for the campus.
  • If the campus does not have such an office, Environmental Health & Safety (System) located at IU Bloomington will be the authority.
• Indiana University Police  - campus department
• Emergency Management & Continuity (which office depends on the campus)
When applicable, the Grounds section of the campus Physical Plant.

Sanctions

1. Anyone found in violation of applicable Indiana codes will be subject to arrest and prosecution as defined by law.
2. Any employee or student in violation of this policy shall be subject to established University disciplinary procedures.
3. Any other person found in violation of this policy will be deemed a trespasser and subject to enforcement by University Police or the nearest law enforcement office having jurisdiction.

History

This policy was established on June 1, 2012.

Last reviewed: 11-9-2015 and combined into omnibus policy FIN-INS-16.