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Smudging and Fire Prevention
黑料社鈥檚 Fire Prevention Office (FPO) supports the sacred practice of smudging through collaboration with the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. To ensure ceremonies are conducted safely and respectfully, all requests must be submitted using the Smudging Request Form at least five days in advance.
Purpose
The form ensures smudging ceremonies meet fire safety standards and preventing disruptive false alarms.
Required Information
Applicants must provide:
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Contact details and group affiliation
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Event location, date, time, and expected attendance
Fire Safety Commitments
By submitting the form, applicants agree to:
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Use only approved traditional medicines (e.g., tobacco, sage, sweetgrass, cedar)
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Smudge using fireproof, heat-resistant containers
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Store ashes in a fireproof container until fully extinguished and dispose of them safely
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Notify nearby occupants 15 minutes before, and post notices 48 hours in advance
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Identify the nearest fire extinguisher
FPO Review & Approval
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FPO assesses the room for smoke detector impact and may temporarily disable detectors听
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The ceremony may be confined to a specific room to control smoke spread
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Building Directors and Security Services are notified once approved
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A public notice is posted with event details and FPO confirmation
Key Fire Prevention Measures
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Smoke detector status verification and deactivation听
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Room containment to prevent smoke migration
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Emergency fire safety measures in place
