The information contained in this brief outline does not by any means cover completely the ordinances and regulations contained in the “City of Fort Worth Fire Prevention Code.” The following are basic rules governing concessions, exhibits and shows in any building open to the public.

1. All curtains, drapes and decorations must be constructed of flameproof material, or treated with an approved flameproof solution. (Treatment shall be renewed as often as may be necessary to maintain the flameproofing effect.)
2. No combustible materials, merchandise or signs shall be attached to, hung from, or draped over flame proof side and rear divider draperies of booths, or attached to table skirting facing aisles, unless flameproofed.
3. All exits, hallways and aisles leading from buildings or tents are to be kept clear and unobstructed at all times.
4. No exit door shall be locked, bolted or otherwise fastened or obstructed at any time.
5. All sawdust and shavings shall be kept damp at all times (except when used for animal bedding).
6. All hay and straw shall be stored and maintained in a manner approved by the Fire Prevention Bureau.
7. The demonstration or use of equipment using liquid fuel in buildings is prohibited.
8. Automobiles, trucks, tractors, machinery and other motor vehicles utilizing flammable fuels, which are placed on display inside any building shall have no more than two (2) gallons of fuel in the tank; all tanks shall be locked or effectively sealed and battery cables shall be disconnected from the ignition system. Ignition keys for vehicles on display shall be kept by a responsible person at the display location for removal of such vehicles from the building in event of emergency.
9. The use of liquefied petroleum gases inside buildings, tents or areas is strictly prohibited, except for demonstration by special permit.
10. “No Smoking by Order of Fire Chief” signs shall be posted and maintained in areas designated by the Fire Prevention Bureau.
11. Provide for daily removal and disposal of trash and rubbish from buildings, tents and areas.
12. All electrical wiring shall be installed in a manner approved by the City Electrical Inspector.
13. Provide and maintain approved fire extinguishing equipment in all areas.
14. All standpipe and hose cabinets shall be kept clear and unobstructed at all times.
15. All appliances fired by natural gas shall be approved by City of Fort Worth Plumbing Inspector and / or Fire prevention Bureau before being used.
16. The use of welding and cutting equipment for demonstration purposes must be by permit from the Fire Prevention Bureau.
17. Cylinders of compressed gases are prohibited unless approved by the Fire Prevention Bureau and shall be secured in an upright position.
18. There shall be no obstruction blocking exit doors from the outside of any building, such as autos parked in doorways or barricades across sidewalks.
19. No curtains, drapery or decorations shall be hung in such a manner as to cover any exit signs and/or exit door or exitways.
20. No vehicles shall be parked in fire lanes outside of buildings.
21. No flammable liquids shall be used or admitted inside buildings except by approval of the Fire Prevention Bureau.
22. Artificial lighting such as lanterns and candles are prohibited.
23. Where smoking is permitted, there shall be provided on each table and at other convenient places suitable noncombustible ashtrays or match receptacles.
24. Each exhibitor shall provide an approved metal container with metal cover for daily accumulation of waste material.
25. The use of all permanent gas-fired heating units shall meet the approval of the City Mechanical Division and the Fire Prevention Bureau. Liquid or gas-fired portable heaters are prohibited.
26. All cooking appliances shall be equipped with ventilating hoods and equipment as deemed necessary by the Fire Prevention Bureau, but in any instance such equipment shall be installed in accordance with provisions of the City Building and Fire Codes.

FORT WORTH FIRE DEPARTMENT - 817.392.6831