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Open flame
Also known as naked flame.
Any exposed flame or fire effect that can ignite people, costumes, scenery, vapors, or structures.
Safety notes
- Obtain approvals, remove or shield combustibles, control fuel, establish distances, assign trained operators and fire watch, rehearse emergencies, and fully extinguish and inspect afterward.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Obtain approvals, remove or shield combustibles, control fuel, establish distances, assign trained operators and fire watch, rehearse emergencies, and fully extinguish and inspect afterward.
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Sources
- Safety Bulletins · Contract Services Administration Trust Fund
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.