What are the rules for placing Christmas trees in a business?
Artificial Trees, Garlands and Wreaths: Place trees away from exits or aisle ways. Make sure that the tree stand or other support systems is sufficient to keep the tree from falling over. Secure wreaths and garlands sufficiently so that they won’t fall off or become dislodged during an emergency. Natural Trees, Garlands and Wreaths: NEVER PLACE CANDLES OR OTHER OPEN FLAME DEVICES ON OR NEAR NATURAL TREES, GARLANDS OR WREATHS! Use only fresh trees. Locate trees away from aisles and exits and away from furnace air outlets or other heating devices. Prior to placing the tree in a stand make a fresh cut across the base of the tree trunk 1″ or more above the original cut. Immediately place the tree in the stand and supply water. Tree stands or support devices must be able to support the tree firmly in an upright position (prevent the tree from tipping over), must not require removal or damaging the butt of the tree and must be large enough to hold a two day supply of water – enough to cover
