Natural Products Expo West / Engredea

Anaheim Convention Center

Friday, March 10 - Sunday, March 12, 2017

The deadline to order for this Show has already expired

Anaheim Convention Center Venue Rules and Regulations

Dishwashing and Food Prep Cleaning

Dishwashing, utensil cleaning and food dumping is not permitted in the Restrooms. Dishwashing stations are provided to assist with these needs.

Fire Regulations

Combustible Materials and/or Literature Storage
On-site storage of paper literature for display or distribution must be limited to a one day supply. Reserve supplies must be stored outside the Facility. Tenant must advise all Exhibitors that booths must be kept clean and cleared of all combustible material. Absolutely no storage is allowed in the electrical alleys located between the booths.

Compressed Gases
Tenant must obtain a permit from Anaheim Fire & Rescue prior to bringing any compressed gases into the Facility. All compressed gases must be contained in an approved cylinder, which must be properly secured to prevent tipping or falling over. No liquefied petroleum gases are allowed in the Facility for display or exhibit. (See Plumbing Contractors: Exhibits.)

Emergency Access Aisles
All floor plans for any area used for exhibits must show a minimum of two clear “Emergency Access” aisles that run east to west. Said aisles must align with the face of the columns (where applicable) containing fire apparatus designated on the floor plans for each area used. Adequate clearance must be maintained for the full length of the “Emergency Access” aisles to permit access by a paramedic crew with a stretcher and equipment.

Emergency Exiting Requirements
All space in the Facility has emergency exiting requirements. These requirements are based on the setup and projected attendance in each area. Please consult your Event Manager for clarification. No “Exit” or other signs relating to public safety shall be obstructed. If decorations or other equipment block or cover fire appliance signs, an adequate replacement must be put in place. All such substitutes are subject to the approval of Anaheim Fire & Rescue.

Exhibits – Motorized Equipment
In order to place on display any motorized vehicle powered by an internal combustion engine, a permit must be acquired from Anaheim Fire & Rescue. Also, once the vehicle has reached the final placement, the battery must be disconnected immediately. All motor vehicle tanks which contain fuel or have ever contained fuel must be equipped with a locking gas cap or have the fuel tank inlets sealed with tape. Fuel level must not exceed one-fourth (1/4) tank. Garden tractors, chain saws and any other gas powered equipment must be safeguarded in the same manner.
Floors under vehicles must be adequately protected from any leakage, spillage or any other type of potential damage. (See also Exhibits: Excluded Areas and Vehicles Inside the Facility.)

Fire Personnel and Equipment
When Event conditions warrant, Anaheim Fire & Rescue reserves the right to require that Anaheim Fire & Rescue personnel and/or equipment be present during an Event. This coverage shall be at Tenant’s expense.

Flame Retardant Treatment
All decorations, drapes, signs, banners, acoustical materials, hay, straw, moss, split bamboo, plastic cloth or similar decorative materials or any other potentially combustible material shall be flame retardant to the specification of Anaheim Fire & Rescue and the State Fire Marshal.
A California State Fire Marshal’s Flame Proof Certificate will be required. Field tests for flame resistance are not acceptable. All fabrics, whether treated or inherently flame resistant, shall be labeled, tagged, stamped, printed or stenciled with the following information:

  1. The Seal of Registration of the State Fire Marshal of California.
  2. Name and registration number of the company responsible for the job or production.
  3. Name of the registered chemical used or the registered fabric or material.
  4. Date chemical was applied, or the fabric or material was produced.
  5. The statement, “This article must be re-treated after washing or dry-cleaning by systems with soap and water added,” if treated with a Type II chemical.

Companies that treat or manufacture yardage goods may print their name, or the name of their fabric if registered, on the selvage (at least once every three yards) instead of affixing the label or tag as above. Combustible materials of 3/8” or more in thickness or glass cloth may be used without flame retardant treatment. Plywood which is ¼” or over is not required to be treated by flame retardant material. Oilcloth, tar paper, sisal paper, nylon and certain other plastic materials cannot be made flame retardant and their use is prohibited. Table coverings must be flame retardant unless they lie flat with an overhang no greater than 6”. If there is any flame retardant question and no Certificate or other recognizable identification readily apparent, the questionable material will be removed from the Facility. Please contact Anaheim Fire & Rescue at 714/765-4040 for further information.

Fully Enclosed Exhibit Spaces
Anaheim Fire & Rescue requires that all fully enclosed exhibit space be equipped with smoke detectors and an enunciator located on the exterior of that space.

Permits
A permit is required for any of the following:

  1. Display and operation of any heater, stove (electric or gas), heat producing device, open flame candles, gas lamps or lanterns, cooking equipment, etc.
  2. Display or operation of any electrical, mechanical or chemical device which may be deemed hazardous by Anaheim Fire & Rescue. Such hazards include but are not limited to: exposed gears, flying chips, exposed fans, and molten material.
  3. Use or storing of flammable liquids, compressed gases or hazardous chemicals.
  4. Motor vehicle activity or display.
  5. Operation of laser devices, theatrical-laser effects or any pyrotechnics. (See also Compressed Gases and Hazardous Materials and Wastes.)
  6. Plans for all two story booths must be approved and stamped by a licensed structural engineer or architect and must be submitted to Anaheim Fire & Rescue, Prevention Division. The second story of a two-story booth equipped with one staircase will be limited to anoccupant load of nine (9) persons. An occupant load sign will be required. (See also Two-Story Booths.)

Two-Story Booths
Anaheim Fire & Rescue requires that plans for all two-story exhibits in which both floors will be occupied receive approval from Anaheim Fire & Rescue prior to installation. All such plans must bear the stamp of a registered structural engineer or certified architect and be accompanied by a letter from the engineer or architect stating that the booth conforms to the current Uniform Building Code. (See also Fire Permits and Fully Enclosed Exhibit Spaces).

Lighter Than Air Balloons
Lighter-than-air balloons are prohibited within the Facility unless tethered to a fixed object. Metallic balloons are prohibited at all times. Exhibitor shall pay for the cost of removing balloons released into ceiling areas. Use of pressurized tanks must comply with public safety regulations. (See also Fire Regulations - Compressed Gases).

Procedure for Meeting Room Usage

Nothing may be affixed to any of the walls in the meeting rooms. No tape, nails, tacks, etc.

The use of duct tape or gaffers tape to secure wires and cables is not allowed. Please consult your Event Manager for information on approved tape.

Do not lean equipment against the walls.