Delaware Administrative Code
Title 14 - Education
900 - Special Populations
938 - Regulations for Youth Camps
Part IV - PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND SAFETY
Section 938-IV-53.0 - Campfires

Universal Citation: 14 DE Admin Code 938-IV-53.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 3, September 1, 2024

53.1 A licensee shall ensure that campfires are only created in a fire pit or structure that is designed for the express purpose of safely containing a campfire. The perimeter of the fire pit must be defined and clearly visible to children, such as by rocks, a metal ring, or bricks.

53.2 A licensee shall ensure campfires are not located within 50 feet of any building.

53.3 A licensee shall ensure there is a clearly visible boundary at least three feet away from the outer edge of the fire pit or structure containing the fire.

53.3.1 This boundary may be defined by a rope, large rocks, or seating area of logs or camp chairs.

53.3.2 The area within the three-foot boundary must:
53.3.2.1 At all times be clear of tripping hazards such as bags or other materials; and

53.3.2.2 Have space between the logs, camp chairs, or other seating so that children and adults may easily move in and out of the seating area.

53.4 A licensee shall ensure campfires are built and extinguished according to safe fire practices provided by the U.S. Forest Service at: https://smokeybear.com/en/prevention-how-tos/campfire-safety.

53.5 A licensee shall ensure that campfires are not built during periods of high fire danger in the area.

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