Policies and Procedures

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Meetings & Banquets & Special Events

The purpose of this document is to let you know about our policies and procedures in advance so you can make the best possible use of our facility and our services while you are here. We hope this information will assist you in planning your event and in communicating with our staff. We have developed these policies and procedures to ensure that your event will be as safe and successful as possible. Of course, not all situations will be covered in this guide or may need special consideration by management. Any questions regarding policies and procedures not included here can be directed to the Century Center Events Department at 574.235.9711. We will be glad to clarify any of the enclosed information.

Air Conditioning/Heating
As full-time practitioners of energy conservation--and to keep our fees as low as possible-- we provide air conditioning and/or heating during show hours only. Air conditioning and/or heating is not provided on move-in or move-out days. Additional charges will be assessed for air conditioning and/or heating requested during non-show periods.

Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages must be purchased through the Century Center, who holds the liquor license for the facility. Additional security may be required for events where alcohol is served. The Century Center supports responsible drinking at all times.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
As a facility of public accommodation, the Century Center is sensitive to those with special needs, and complies in all respects with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and regulations issued there under. We also require our Customers to comply with all provisions of the ADA.

Animals
For the safety and comfort of all our visitors, animals are not permitted in the Century Center except in conjunction with an approved exhibit, display or performance, which absolutely requires the use of an animal. The Customer is responsible for obtaining all appropriate permits. Guide, signal or service dogs (as defined by Law) are allowed in the Century Center. All sanitary needs for animals are the responsibility of the Customer.

Audio System
The Century Center staff or their designees are responsible for the house audio system and they must supervise any connection made to this system. If an outside vendor needs additional hook-up to the house sound, there will be a sixty-five dollar ($65) per room fee assessed.

Banners/Signage
To keep our beautiful facility looking that way, banners, signs, pictures, notices or advertisements may only be placed in locations, and by methods, approved in advance by the Century Center.

Billing
For your convenience and clarification, an Event Settlement Sheet summarizing rent, additional charges and any credits is prepared after each event. For our financial well-being, final payment is due upon receipt of invoice.

Here's what is included in rental price:

General room lighting, heat and air conditioning on show day
One standard room set-up per day, including theater, classroom, or banquet style
Cleaning of public areas (lobbies, restrooms, parking lots, etc.)
Equipment provided will be limited to inventory on hand and availability.

Here's what is not:

Electrical service
Telecommunications service
Audio-visual equipment and dedicated labor
Natural gas, water and drainage service
Janitorial and Cleaning
Trash haul fees
Insurance
Security or police officer services
Emergency Medical Technician services
Damages to the Center and equipment
Additional equipment rental
Key and lock services
Water service for attendees
Table Linens
Coat check services

Booth Cleaning
The Century Center is happy to provide booth cleaning for a fee at a square foot rate. This service includes trash pick-up and vacuuming the carpet.

Bulk Trash
Somebody's got to take out the trash. In this case, we ask you, the Customer, to take responsibility for removal of bulk trash, crates, lumber, pallets, packing materials, oil and tape prior to show opening and following move-out. Or we'll be happy to do it for you. The goal is to keep your show as pristine and clean as it deserves to be. Any removal of these items by Century Center personnel will be charged to show management at the prevailing rate.

Capacities
Public Safety is at the top of our priority list. That's why all meeting rooms and exhibit halls have a maximum occupancy, which may not be exceeded. The Century Center reserves the right to deny further entry into these spaces in order to protect public safety.

Century Center Staff
To help ensure the highest quality of customer service, we require all Century Center employee wear Century Center photo identification badges while servicing events. Show management may refuse access to employees without visible and proper Century Center identification. Properly badged Century Center employees on Century Center business have the right of access, as needed, to all Century Center space at all times. Century Center employees are not obligated to wear additional identification for right of access.

Cleaning and Maintenance/Refuse Removal
The Century Center provides janitorial services during the course of the event in corridors, lobbies, concession areas and rest rooms. The Century Center provides refuse removal during show hours and immediately after daily show closing in exhibit hall aisles. For your safety and security, Century Center personnel do not clean and are not permitted to enter exhibit booths or show management areas such as registration without agreement.

Contractors Service Equipment and Motorized Vehicles
For the safety of our exhibitors and employees all carts, forklifts, bicycles, etc. are restricted to exhibit hall use. No liquid fuel powered vehicles should be operated outside the exhibit halls due to noise, air pollution and fire hazard. Forklifts are not allowed in the ballroom, pre-function, or meeting rooms. Only rubber wheel non-motorized freight carts are allowed in these areas.

Cooking (Demonstrations) and Commercial Cooking
For the safety of our exhibitors and employees, all cooking appliances shall be equipped with ventilating hoods and equipment as deemed necessary by the Fire Marshal and installed in accordance with the provisions of the City Building and Fire Codes. Cooking equipment shall be placed on a noncombustible surface, such as metal, hardwood board or glass and be separated from each other by a minimum horizontal distance of 2 ft. Countertop fryers not exceeding 288 square inches and single well may be used without the necessary ventilating hood and surface protection requirement, provided there are two (2) ten (10) pound B.C. extinguishers positioned on each side of said fryer. All cooking appliances shall be listed by a NATIONAL TESTING AGENCY, i.e., Underwriters Laboratory or Factory Mutual. All cooking equipment shall have regulator(s) at appliance and gas cylinder(s). All supply lines (tubing or hoses) shall be lead-tight and in good repair. Hoses shall be listed for the type of product it supplies

Crate Storage/Booth Storage
Storage of any kind is prohibited behind the back drapes or display walls or inside display areas. All cartons, crates, containers, and packing materials that are necessary for re-packing shall be removed from the show floor. The Century Center inspects all exhibits to ensure compliance. Crates, packing materials, wooden boxes and other highly combustible materials may not be stored in the Century Center. Items such as brochures, literature, giveaways, etc., within the booths are limited to a one-day supply. Consideration will be given for the storage of crates outside of the facility.

Damages
Sometimes, bad things happen to good facilities. We hope they don't, but when they do, The Customer is responsible for all damages, except normal wear and tear. For accuracy in billing, Century Center representatives and show management should inspect all leased space prior to move-in and during move-out to determine existing conditions. You will be informed of all damages, which occur, after your event with written reports and photographs as soon as they are documented. A final walk-through will take place at the conclusion of your event.

Decorations
The method and location of special installations must be approved in advance by Century Center management. Final approval will be determined after consideration of other building tenants occupying the space at the same time. It's just our way of making sure everybody has a successful, safe and cost-effective event.

(Following is what may appear to be a long list of official do's and don'ts below.
But please try to think of it as very, very specific advice from a good friend.)

Decoration guidelines include the following:

No one may tape, nail, tack or otherwise fasten to ceilings, painted surfaces, columns, walls or windows decorations of any kind.
Decorations may not block doors, fire extinguishers, sprinklers, emergency equipment signage, emergency exits or lighting systems.
Permanent installations in common spaces, such as telephone banks, information kiosks, and ATM machines may not be blocked.
All decorating materials must be constructed of flameproof material or treated with an approved fire retardant solution. Spot testing may be performed by the South Bend Fire Marshal.
No one may use adhesive-backed decals or stickers nor may they be distributed anywhere on the premises.
"Glitter" and confetti may not be used in carpeted areas of the building.
Only Century Center personnel may move planters, lobby furniture, and other Century Center equipment in the public areas.
Even though it may sound like fun, distribution of helium balloons in the Century Center is not allowed. If helium balloons become detached from a display, the labor cost to retrieve the balloons will be charged to the Customer (which helps hold down labor costs for everybody). For safety reasons, compressed gas cylinders used to inflate balloons must be properly secured to prevent toppling
All pools, decorative fountains, etc. must be waterproofed and may be tested by Century Center Engineering prior to installation.
Show management will be responsible for removal and clean up of any dirt, bark, mulch or similar materials used for decorating purposes.

Elevators
The Century Center has a freight elevator for transportation of freight, materials and equipment. Public elevators are for passengers only, and may not be used to transport freight, hand trucks, floats, equipment dollies or any other stuff that may cause cosmetic or other damage.

EMT (First Aid)
The Century Center recognizes that the safety, health and well being of convention center guests are our top priority. To deal effectively with emergency situations and protect public safety, First Aid services are required one-half hour before, during, and one-half hour after show hours for all events with exhibits utilizing exhibit halls.

The Century Center reserves the right to provide all necessary EMT personnel.
EMT's will be billed on your final settlement at prevailing rates.

Equipment Inventory
For your convenience, Century Center equipment such as tables, chairs, staging, etc. is available on a first-call basis as available in current inventory.

Event Estimates & Resumes
For your clarification, our Event Services Manager will provide an Estimate and Detailed Event Resume prior to your event. You will be asked to sign the Estimate and Event Resume, and agree to the charges prior to your event.

Event Floor Plan Approval Process
We truly believe in providing the highest quality of customer service. That's why we have organized a system that makes it as easy as possible, not to mention as efficient and accurate as possible, for you to obtain approval of your floor plan.

1. One (1) copy of the event floor plan must be submitted to the Century Center Event Management Department for review and approval at least 60 days prior to the first show day. The plans should be no smaller than 8 " x 11" in size, and should clearly show adjacent lobbies and exit ways.

2. After Century Center Management review and approval, the Event Management Department will forward plans to the Fire Marshal for review and approval.

3. After Fire Marshal review and approval, the Event Manager will return a stamped and approved set of plans to show management and to the official service contractor. The review process generally takes between three and four weeks.

4. Floor plans must have an official signed and stamped Approval from both Century Center Management and the Fire Marshal, and should not be published without this stamped Approval.

5. The Fire Marshal approval of a floor plan is conditional. The final approval is given after an on-site inspection by field inspectors.

6. The Fire Marshal will not accept floor plans for events at the Century Center that are directly submitted by show management or by service contractors. The Fire Marshal will only accept floor plans that have been approved by Century Center Management. The Fire Marshal will not meet with show management or service contractor representatives unless Century Center representatives arrange the conference.

7. If the final floor plan is different from the initially approved floor plan, it must be re-submitted, processed and approved before the first day of move-in.

8. All floor plans should clearly show the following:

o Name and date of the event

o Name of the area in use (e.g., Hall 1)

o Official service contractor

o Date of initial drawing and all revisions

o Labeled location of all exits

o Dimensions of all aisle widths

o Lobby and other public access layouts

o All contractor storage areas that will be maintained as on-site storage during exhibition hours.

9. Life safety guidelines for acceptable exhibit floor plans are as follows:

o A person should have to travel no more than 200 feet from any point in the hall to the nearest exit.

o Dead-end aisles may be no longer than 50 feet.

o All fire hose connections, extinguisher cabinets, and alarm call stations must be visible at all times.

o Any column located in an aisle must have a minimum of 10 feet clear passage on at least three sides of the column

Event Manager
For your convenience and to assure the highest quality of service, The Century Center will assign an Event Manager to coordinate your event. Your Event Manager will provide the most professional, efficient and courteous service you have ever experienced. Period.

Your Event Manager will:

Contact you following execution of your license agreement.
Be your primary Century Center liaison before, during and after your event.
Be responsible for gathering all event information and disseminating that information to all Century Center departments.
Generate an Estimate and Event Resume for your review and approval no later than 4 weeks prior to your event.

Event Personnel
The Center is committed to providing first-class customer service, maximum safety and effective cost controls. So we insist that show managers, exhibitors, and service contractors be responsible for the conduct of their employees, subcontractors, and subcontractors' employees. Employees not in compliance with Center policy may be barred permanently from the Century Center. This includes the following:

Restricted areas of the Center are labeled "Authorized Personnel Only" and are off limits to all personnel except authorized Center personnel. Unauthorized personnel found in restricted areas will be reported to the appropriate employer and may be subject to permanent dismissal from the Century Center.
Profane language and disorderly conduct are not permitted at any time.
The use of alcoholic beverages in the workplace is strictly prohibited. The use of illegal drugs is strictly prohibited at all times.
Cost of repair to any damages to the Century Centers equipment that may be caused by their employees.

To maintain security, all event personnel including show and service contractor staff, exhibitor-appointed contract staff, temporary help, exhibitors and other workers affiliated with an event must enter and leave the Century Center through the entrances and exits designated by Century Center management and show management.

Event-Related Equipment
As a courtesy to those holding the next event, each licensee is responsible to ensure the removal of any of its property, equipment, signs and props from the building at the end of the licensed period. If not, the Century Center may (and probably will) exercise the option to discard all such items.

Exhibitor List and Kits
To get the most out of our services, an exhibitor list and sample kit should be supplied to your assigned Event Manager sixty (60) days prior to the event. The Century Center service order forms (electrical, water, drain, compressed air, and telecommunications) are available and should be included in the exhibitor kit provided to Exhibitors by Show Management.

Floor Drilling
To maintain our beautiful facility, and control our costs, floor drilling is prohibited. (In case you were wondering, so are wall and ceiling drilling.)

Fog/Smoke Machines
For public safety, fog/smoke machine usage is restricted to water-based chemicals. Approval must be obtained from the Century Center and the South Bend Fire Marshal.

Food & Beverage
For obvious public health reasons and quality control, food and beverage services-including the Center Café, breakfasts and dinners-- are provided exclusively by Century Center.
The Century Center can provide banquet service, snacks, luncheons, beverage service and concessions.
No outside food/beverage is allowed in the Century Center.

Food Samples
Food and beverage samples must not be greater than 2 oz. and must be manufactured, processed or distributed by the exhibiting firm and must be related to participation in the event.
For public health (and common sense) reasons, restrooms, concession stands and/or facility kitchens may not be used as exhibitor clean-up areas. Costs associated with the disposal of trash, waste, grease, etc. from exhibitor sampling are the responsibility of the Client. Securing of all necessary licenses, permits, etc. is the responsibility of the exhibitor.

Exhibitors are responsible for complying with all South Bend and Saint Joseph County Health Department regulations regarding food sampling, storage, equipment, temperature, etc. If they are not in compliance or do not obtain the proper permits, the Health Department can shut down their booth.

Food Shows
There's nothing like a good, clean Food Show. (Plus, safety regulations demand it.) In this case, The Client is responsible for making arrangements to provide exhibitors with food waste containers. The container should be accessible for the exhibitors to use on a daily basis.
All food waste products should be contained in plastic bags, tied and disposed in the food waste container. Food waste will be dumped on a daily basis.

Guest Services
The Century Center provides an added value of highly trained staff to assist the customer with their event. Therefore, Century Center requires the use of its employees to be paid for by the Customer at the prevailing rate for the following categories: Security guards, emergency medical personnel, ticket sellers, ticket takers, ushers, and other similar categories of personnel. Determination of the number of personnel and the hours worked by the various categories shall be at the discretion of Century Center Management after consultation with the Customer. Fortunately, we already have trained employees familiar with our facility for emergencies and a high level of quality customer service.

All other persons employed by the Customer or affiliated with any event that takes place in the Century Center shall be the responsibility of the Customer. Event personnel rates are outlined on a separate rate schedule. All individuals working in the Center must wear an identification badge provided by their respective employer or obtained from the Century Centers Security Office.

Hanging Signs
Fire safety laws demand that all electrical and neon signs must conform to national electrical codes and are required by the Century Center. The Century Center graphic, signs or advertising displays may not be blocked in any manner. During move-out following the event, all wires, hooks, screws and hanging materials used to hang signs must be removed.

Hazardous Materials Labeling
For the safety of the public and all employees, OSHA requires that all containers of hazardous materials be labeled with the identity of the hazardous materials contained therein, and appropriate hazard warnings. Exhibitors displaying or using hazardous chemicals must submit material Safety Data Sheets and manifests to the Century Center no less than (60) Days prior to move-in.

Helium Balloons
Even though it may sound like fun, distribution of helium balloons in the Century Center is not allowed. If helium balloons become detached from a display, the labor cost to retrieve the balloons will be charged to the Customer (which helps hold down labor costs for everybody). For safety reasons, compressed gas cylinders used to inflate balloons must be properly secured to prevent toppling.

Insurance
For the protection of the Customer and the facility, the General Manager or his/her designee reserves the right to cancel the event upon failure of show management to provide such verification within the specified period.

As a courtesy and convenience, the Century Center does offer tenants, users and exhibitors the option of purchasing insurance through the Century Center. For more information about this helpful service, please contact the Event Manager.

Key and Lock Services
The Century Center's Security Department provides all locks for securing leased space. As a service to our customers, the Century Center can provide the added security of custom locks for leased space, at the request of show management, for published prevailing rates, which include $50 per lock change and $200 per lost key. Contact the Event Management Department for all special door lock requests.

Lasers
For public safety reasons, only Class I lasers shall be permitted. Class II or greater are prohibited within the building.

Leaving the Facility Room Clean
We don't ask for much. But we do ask you to do your part to maintain our facility. The building exhibition halls will be delivered to the Customer as specified in the Lease Agreement. The floor will be clean upon move-in. It is the responsibility of the Customer to return the exhibition hall to its original condition. Or, as part of our customer service, we'll be happy to do it for you.

Lighting
Rent includes lighting in public concourse areas and meeting rooms during move-in, show and move-out. During move-in and move-out, fifty percent (50%) lighting will be provided at no charge in exhibition halls. On hundred percent (100%) lighting will be provided in exhibition halls during show hours beginning (60) sixty minutes prior to show. This energy conservation policy helps control our utility costs which, in turn keep our rent low.

Mail
Exhibitor or Show Management mail should be addressed in care of the event and when applicable, booth number. As a customer service, mail will be held in Security until the first day of the client move-in date at which time it will be delivered to the show office.

Motorized Vehicle Operation
For the safety of employees and exhibitors, only trained and certified personnel must operate forklifts and material handling devices. Operating vehicles and engines shall not be left unattended.
Show Management operating the equipment is responsible for damages. And to help maintain our facility, any vehicles which drip oil or other staining solutions must have drip pans or dry absorption powder under the parked vehicles and engines.

Move In & Move Out
Move-in and move-out days will be charged at 25% discount of the daily rental rate. During move-in and move-out, the exhibition hall lighting level is set at 50%. Heating or air conditioning is not provided during move-in or move-out.
Additional lights, heat or air conditioning are available at the prevailing rate. The Century Center reserves the right to maintain sole control of the dock area during dock load in and out. Security staff may be required for everyone's safety at the prevailing rate.

Movable Walls
We're all about breaking down walls. In this case, we also don't want anyone to get hurt, or to disrupt an event. So the movable walls in the exhibition halls and meeting rooms must be installed and removed by Century Center personnel only.

Multi-Story Exhibit Booths
For safety reasons, exhibit booths that are multi-story or contain covered assembly areas, such as conference areas or theatres, must meet the following minimum life safety requirements:

Each enclosed or covered area must be protected by an audible smoke detector. This includes storage closets built into the exhibit.
Each enclosed or covered area must display a charged fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A20BC.
The maximum occupancy of the load-bearing area(s) in a multi-story exhibit shall be limited to one person per fifteen net square feet of floor space, not to exceed a total of twenty-five persons. This maximum occupancy shall be posted.
There should be at least two means of egress from each load bearing area(s) in excess of 200 square feet in a multi-story exhibit or from each covered assembly area.
A copy of the exhibit plans must be submitted to the Century Center no later than sixty (60) days prior to installation. The plans must be certified and sealed by a licensed structural engineer or licensed architect. These plans will be reviewed by the South Bend Fire Marshal and the City Planning and Development Service Department for approval and permit processing.
Exhibits may not be installed without approval and permit processing.

Novelties
The Century Center retains all rights and permissions for the sale of merchandise and novelty items sold within the facility and facility premises. Merchandise and novelty products include, but are not limited to T-shirts, programs, pictures, records, tapes and miscellaneous show promotion items. A facility merchandise fee may be applicable. This novel approach helps us make sure our rent is equitable for all users.
All negotiations to arrange for event sale and compensation procedures are to be directed to the Event Manager.

Package Inspection
For your safety and security, cartons, package or other containers brought in or removed from the Century Center by show personnel, exhibitors or service contractors may be subject to inspection.

Parking
The Century Center has over 350 parking spaces in the lot adjacent to the building. Motor home vehicles (RV's) may use the parking area for parking purposes only. Overnight parking on Century Center property is prohibited. Options are available for the rental of the parking lot areas for outside exhibits and/or exhibitor and patron parking.

Payment
As a service to our customers, cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card and American Express are accepted for all payments.
All exhibitors must pay in full at time of orders.
All clients must pay their rental deposit according to the Century Center Deposit Schedule.

In order to reduce (or, hopefully, eliminate) bad debt write-offs, the Center reserves the right to request payment in advance for estimated additional costs beyond minimum rental.

Pyrotechnics
The rules governing the use of pyrotechnics are very specific. So if you're considering adding pyrotechnics to your event, please spend a few minutes getting fully acquainted with them.
Any contractor that intends to use pyrotechnics in the facility shall hold a valid federal license issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury - Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, for the use of "low explosives." A copy of this license shall be provided to the Event Management Department at least one month prior to the event date. The use of pyrotechnics within the licensed area shall be approved by the Customer who shall who shall remain directly responsible to the Century Center for all activities as described in the License Agreement. A complete description of the pyrotechnic activity shall be prepared and submitted to the facility 30 days in advance of the event and include the following information:

Permit from South Bend Fire Department.
Plots showing exact location, type, and number of devices.
Protective materials and equipment for activity.
Location and number of fire extinguishers for activity.
Schedule of activities, number of certified pyrotechnic operators, and their locations.
Schedule for pre-show pyrotechnic test to be conducted in the presence of a South Bend Fire Inspector.
Pyrotechnic contractor shall provide a certificate of insurance to Century Center Management naming Century Center, Global Spectrum and it's employees and City of South Bend and their employees as additional insured.
In addition to the above requirements the contractor must be licensed by the State of Indiana.

Rigging
For public safety reasons, Century Center management must approve all rigging. The Century Center reserves the right to retain consultants at the Customer's expense to review or verify rigging specifications.
Nothing may be attached to any Century Center electrical or mechanical system. This includes ducts, electrical conduit or raceways, plumbing, acoustical baffles, or sprinkler pipes. Rigging may only be attached to structural members.

All rigging in the Century Center shall be in accordance with all national, state and local safety codes, including, but not limited to, OSHA, BOCA and Century Center policy.

No rigging is allowed in the meeting rooms.

Room Changeovers
As one of our services to you, ballrooms, meeting rooms and exhibition halls (used for meetings and/or banquets) shall be arranged in theater, classroom, conference, banquet or reception style one (1) time. Changes to the original set will be charged per day rental.

Safety/Fire Code Requirements
Of course, the safety of all occupants of the Century Center is of primary concern. Any unsafe condition or activity should be immediately reported to Century Center Security and supervisory personnel of the responsible party for corrective measures.

Those provisions of the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code 1994 edition and the 1997 Uniform Fire Code for public assembly facilities have been established as a standard for review of occupancies and events in the Century Center. The information contained in this outline is a summary of relevant provisions contained in these Codes as well as standard operating procedures established in cooperation with the Fire Marshal of South Bend. Reference copies of these codes are available in the Event Management Department.

1. All curtains, drapes and decorations must be constructed of flameproof material, or treated with an approved flame proofing solution. (Treatment shall be renewed as often as may be necessary to maintain the flame proofing effect.)

2. All exits, hallways and aisles are to be kept clear and unobstructed at all times.

3. A 20 ft. roadway shall be maintained for fire equipment access to all parts of the building displays.

4. No part of a stairway, whether interior or exterior, hallway, corridor, vestibule, balcony or bridge leading to a stairway or exit, shall be used to in a manner that will obstruct its use as an exit or that will present a hazardous condition.

5. Storage of any kind is prohibited behind the back drapes or display walls or inside display areas. All cartons, crates, containers, and packing materials that are necessary for re-packing shall be removed from the show floor. The Century Center inspects all exhibits to ensure compliance.

6. Crates, packing materials, wooden boxes and other highly combustible materials may not be stored in the Century Center. Items such as brochures, literature, giveaways, etc., within the booths are limited to a one-day supply. Consideration will be given for the storage of crates outside of the facility.

7. All outside displays that are under cover of the building roof or extension of the roof or porch area shall be governed by the same rules of an inside display.

8. No exit door shall be locked, bolted or otherwise fastened or obstructed at any time the Century Center is open to the public. Moreover, it shall be unlawful to obstruct, or reduce passageway or other means of egress. Additionally, all required exits shall be so located as to be discernible and accessible with unobstructed access thereto.

9. All sawdust and shavings shall be thoroughly treated with an approved flame-retardant product, stored and maintained in a manner approved by the Fire Marshal. Hay and straw are not allowed in the Century Center.

10. Automobiles, trucks, tractors, machinery and other motor vehicles utilizing flammable fuels, which are placed on display inside the Century Center shall have no more than 1/4 tank or five (5) gallons of fuel in the tank; all fuel tanks shall be locked or effectively sealed and at least one battery cable 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. Carpeting or visqueen must be placed underneath the vehicle for any possible leakage.

11. The use of liquefied petroleum gases inside building, tents or other areas is strictly prohibited, except for demonstration purposes when approved by the Century Center and the South Bend Fire Marshal. Maximum LPG allowed for exhibition purposes is a 16-oz non-refillable cylinder. There may be a maximum of 24 containers stored in any one location.

12. All trash and refuse shall be removed daily from the Century Center.

13. Provide and maintain approved fire extinguishing equipment in all areas as designated by the Century Center and the South Bend Fire Marshal.

14. All standpipe and hose cabinets shall be kept clear and unobstructed at all times.

15. All hydrants and fire department connections shall be unobstructed at all times.

16. All electrical connections shall be in accordance with the Electrical Code.

17. All electrical cords, sound cable or other trip hazards shall be safeguarded.

18. All appliances fired by natural gas shall be approved by the Facility Operations Manager, the Century Center and the South Bend Fire Marshal, and installed in accordance with NFPA 54 National Fuel Gas Code before being used.

19. The Century Center and the South Bend Fire Marshal must approve the use of welding and cutting equipment for demonstration purposes.

20. Cylinders of compressed gases are prohibited unless approved by the Fire Marshal and secured according to requirements outlined in the 1997 Uniform Fire Code. The Facility Public Safety Manager along with the Century Center and the South Bend Fire Marshal shall check egress of the facilities before it is occupied for any use. If such inspection reveals that any element of the required means of egress is obstructed, inaccessible, locked, fastened, or otherwise unsuited for immediate use, admittance to the building shall not be permitted until necessary corrective action has been completed.

21. There shall be no obstruction blocking exit doors from the outside of the Century Center, such as vehicles parked in front of the doorways or barricades across sidewalks, etc.

22. No curtains, drapes or decorations shall be hung in such a manner as to cover any exit signs.

23. No vehicles shall be parked in fire lanes outside the Century Center.