Fire Overview

Everyone is responsible for understanding and complying with SOAK’s Event Fire Policy if they are using fire of any kind. Failure to comply with the Event Fire Policy may result in the device being tagged out-of-service for the rest of the event, additional restrictions for continued use may impact current and/or future placement decisions, expulsion from the event, and/or additional penalties.

SOAK Fire Safety reserves the right to prohibit/restrict any/all fire for any reason.

See the Event Fire Policy for detailed info. If you have questions, email fire@soakpdx.com

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General rules for any fire usage:

  1. Use fire responsibly

  2. ALL fire must be monitored at all times by a responsible person

  3. Have a fire extinguishing device appropriate for the type of fire in plain sight

    1. A 5 pound ABC extinguisher will accommodate most things

  4. Be aware of your surroundings and what could catch on fire (tents, grass, brush, etc)

  5. The only approved fuels are gaseous fuels (propane, butane, and friends), gasoline (only for generators), and diesel (only for generators), white gas & ultra pure lamp oil (only for fire performers)

  6. Have a safety plan

  7. Have a LNT plan

  8. Any fuel spill must be reported to Fire Safety

  9. Any accidental fires must be reported to Fire Safety

  10. Do not leave behind any scars or residue

  11. Any use of a fire extinguisher must be reported to Fire Safety

  12. Spare fuel must be kept at least 20’ feet away from any fire and 10’ from sleeping areas

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The following are PROHIBITED:

  1. FIREWORKS, pyrotechnics, and similar things. Any type, any class, for any reason. Just don’t.

  2. Solid fueled devices. A non-exhaustive list of examples:

    1. Wood fueled fire pits

    2. Fireplaces

    3. Fire barrels

    4. Charcoal barbeques

    5. Wood stoves

    6. Pellet stoves

    7. Chimineas

    8. Candles

    9. Cooking devices that run on solid fuel

    10. Matches

    11. Flaming sticks to ward off non-fire monsters

    12. Flaming sticks to attract fire monsters

  3. Liquid fueled devices (except generators and fire performers). A non-exhaustive list of examples:

    1. Tiki torches

    2. Oil lanterns

    3. Cooking devices that run on liquid fuels (such as white gas)

    4. Handheld lighters that use liquid fuel

  4. Gaseous fueled devices used in enclosed spaces. A non-exhaustive list of examples:

    1. Propane heater used inside

    2. Camp stove used inside

  5. Fire performers outside designated areas

    1. Note this is never allowed in any tent camping areas

The following are GENERALLY APPROVED without registration or inspection:

  1. Device that are store-bought (with a UL stamp of approval), that have not been modified in any way, are being used as intended, are always attended, and are not otherwise prohibited or regulated in the Event Fire Policy

    1. Propane camp stove

    2. Propane fire pit

    3. Propane space heater

  2. Generators (with a UL stamp of approval) that run on liquid gasoline, diesel, or propane

  3. Propane tanks up to and including 40 pounds

    1. This includes most standard sized tanks for portable and RV use

  4. Liquid fuel up to 20 gallons

    1. That’s four 5 gallon gas cans

  5. Handheld lighters that use gaseous fuels

The following require ADVANCED REGISTRATION & APPROVAL and may require on-site inspection:

  1. Anything that wasn’t prohibited or allowed above

  2. Any fire art or custom/modified fire devices (See the forms page for the Fire Safety Form)

  3. Propane tanks greater than 40 pounds or totaling more than 100 pounds

  4. Liquid fuel totalling more than 20 gallons

  5. Mutant vehicles (See the forms page for the Mutant Vehicle Application Form)

  6. Fire performers (See the forms page for the Fire Performance Form)

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Additional rules for fire art, civic installations, & custom fire devices:

  1. Require advanced registration and approval before the event

  2. Require on-site inspection by Fire Safety before the device can be used

  3. Tag(s) will be affixed after inspection that must remain visible for the entire event

  4. Any changes after inspection require re-inspection before continued use

  5. A ¼ turn valve at the fuel source is required as an emergency shut-off

    1. Tank valves alone are not sufficient

  6. Keep spare fuel at least 20’ away from fire

  7. Evaluate the flame effects for proper ignition, flame height, and pattern

  8. Verify the functionality of safety features like flame monitoring systems and emergency shut-off valves

  9. Adequate ventilation to prevent the accumulation gas

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Additional rule for fire performers:

  • Require advanced registration and approval before the event