Wisconsin Administrative Code
Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
ATCP 55-89 - Food, Lodging, and Recreation Safety
Chapter ATCP 79 - Campgrounds
Section ATCP 79.22 - Fire prevention

Universal Citation: WI Admin Code ยง ATCP 79.22

Current through August 26, 2024

(1) GENERAL. A campground shall be kept free of litter, rubbish and other flammable materials.

(2) FIRE EXTINGUISHER. At least one ABC rated fire extinguisher shall be available in a campground office or other building that is accessible to campers. The fire extinguisher shall be readily accessible and maintained in operable condition.

(3) CAMPFIRES.

(a) Except as specified in par. (b), a campfire shall be contained in a campfire ring and located a minimum of 5 feet away from all camping units, building structures, and motor vehicles.

(b) A campsite existing before February 1, 2016, is exempt from the requirements in par. (a).

(4) GRILLS. An operator-provided grill shall be maintained in good repair.

Note: The department of safety and professional services plumbing product approvals for RV transfer containers often require that transfer tank remain unburied. Consult with the department of safety and professional services concerning specific product approvals.

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