Temporary Concession Stands Online Application

GULFPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT

Temporary Concession Stands

PERMIT APPLICATION

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If you have any questions concerning the temporary concession stand guidelines, please contact the Gulfport Fire Department at 727-893-1062.

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An inspection will be performed by the Fire Department prior to beginning operations.

STAND OPERATORS WHO REFUSE TO COMPLY WITH THESE GUIDELINES WILL BE ASKED TO TERMINATE THEIR OPERATION AND REMOVE THEIR EQUIPMENT FROM THE SITE.

I further acknowledge that I have read and fully understand this. *Continue Application

TEMPORARY CONCESSION STAND PERMIT GUIDELINES

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Canopy is a temporary structure, enclosure or shelter constructed of fabric or pliable materials supported by any manner, except by air or the contents it protects, and is open without side walls or drops on 75 percent or more of the perimeter.

Combustible Decorative Materials are combustible materials used for decorative effects such as curtains; draperies; streamers; surface coverings applied over building interior ﬁnishes for decorative, acoustical or other effect; cloth; cotton batting; paper; plastics; vegetation; hay; split bamboo; straw; vines; leaves; trees; moss; and similar materials used for decorative effect. Combustible decorative materials do not include ﬂoor coverings, ordinary window shades, interior ﬁnish materials used as surface coverings (for regulations of such materials, see UBC Chapter 8, and materials 1/28 inch (0.9 mm) or less in thickness applied directly to a noncombustible backing.

Flame Retardant is an approved chemical, chemical compound or mixture which, when applied in an approved manner to any fabric or other material, will render such fabric or material incapable of supporting combustion.

Flame Resistant Material is material that has been modiﬁed in its chemical composition by impregnation, coating or has inherent composition that makes the material resistant to ignition and combustion when exposed to a small ignition source.

Temporary Membrane Structure is an air-inﬂated, air-supported, cable, or frame-covered structure as deﬁned by the Building Code, which is erected for less than 180 days and not otherwise deﬁned as a tent, canopy or awning. See Uniform Building Code, Appendix Chapter 31.

Tent is a temporary structure, enclosure or shelter constructed of fabric or pliable material supported by any manner except by air or the contents it protects.

Low Hazard Stands are stands which do not use electricity or heat producing equipment.

Medium Hazard Stands are stands which use equipment powered by electricity, ﬂammable gases, or ﬂammable or combustible liquids. Cooking, except for deep fat frying and similar operations, is permitted.

High Hazard Stands are stands where deep fat frying and similar operations are conducted.

A site plan must be submitted with the completed application 10 BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR to the date of the event. The site plan must include:

stand dimensions
location of all exits
location of cooking equipment
location of all open ﬂame devices
location and size of propane (LPG) containers
ﬁre extinguisher locations

CONSTRUCTION:

Temporary membrane structures, tents and canopies shall not be located within 20 feet of property lines, buildings, temporary membrane structures, other tents and canopies, parked vehicles or internal combustion engines. For the purpose of determining required distances, support ropes and guy wires shall be considered as part of the temporary membrane structure, tent or canopy.

In lieu of minimum separation, temporary membrane structures may be counted as one unit.

Fire lanes shall be maintained to a minimum unobstructed width of 20 feet. Posts, fences, vehicles, trash, storage and other materials shall not be placed or kept near ﬁre hydrants and ﬁre department connections. A minimum of 3 feet of clearance shall be maintained around the circumference of all hydrants.

Stands shall be structurally sound and constructed of ﬁre resistant material or material treated with an approved ﬁre retardant.

A label or certiﬁcate of ﬂame-retardant treatment is to be provided for each structure being permitted. If a label, similar to the one shown, is not permanently adhered, then a certiﬁcate is required. This certiﬁcate shall include:

Identiﬁcation of tent, canopy or temporary membrane structure, size and fabric type
Date the fabric was last treated with a ﬂame retardant solution
Trade name and type of solution utilized in the ﬂame retardant treatment
Name of persons and ﬁrm treating the
Make and manufacturer of the tent, canopy or temporary membrane
- Table cloths are not required to be ﬂame

EXITS:

All stands shall have at least one clear and unobstructed means of egress (exit) with a minimum width of 36 inches. Exits must be maintained at all times.

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS:

All medium hazard stands shall have at least one portable ﬁre extinguisher having a minimum rating of 2A:10B:C.
All high hazard stands shall have at least one portable ﬁre extinguisher having a minimum rating of 2A:10B:C and at least one 2 ½ gallon Class K portable ﬁre extinguisher.
Portable ﬁre extinguishers shall be installed where readily visible and accessible at all times.
ALL Portable ﬁre extinguishers shall bear a tag indicating that they have been serviced within the last 12 months.

FOOD TRUCKS/TRAILERS:

Personnel must be trained in ﬁre safety and ﬁre safety equipment.
All food trucks and trailers must be tagged and registered with the State.
All cooking equipment inside food truck/trailer must be inspected and tagged.

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GULFPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT

PRE-INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Please complete this checklist to prepare for your inspection.

All deficiencies shall be corrected prior to inspection.

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If you have any questions concerning the temporary concession stand guidelines, please contact the Gulfport Fire Department at 727-893-1062.

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General:Permit application and site plan submitted 10 days prior to event.An inspection has been scheduled.Approved “NO SMOKING” signs shall be conspicuously posted.No siting or loitering of any type around food trucks.

Construction:Stands shall be structurally sound.Stands, tarps and combustible decorative materials shall be constructed of Flame-resistant material or material treated with an approved ﬁre retardant. Documentation of proof of material or date of application performed must be available at the event site at all times.

Exits:All stands shall have at least one clear and unobstructed means of egress (exit) with a minimum width of 36 inches.Exits shall be located away from equipment used for cooking, or equipment which produces high heat or ﬂames. This includes equipment from a neighbor stand.Fuel lines, fuel tanks, or other hazardous storage shall be kept clear of all exits.

Fire Extinguishers: *All cooking vendors are required to have a tagged and up to date Fire ExtinguisherAll medium hazard stands shall have at least one (1) portable ﬁre extinguisher having a minimum Rating of 2A:10B:C.All high hazard stands shall have at least one (1) portable ﬁre extinguisher having a minimum rating of 2A:10B:C & one (1) portable Class K ﬁre extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2.5 lbs.Portable ﬁre extinguishers shall be installed where readily visible and accessible at all timesPortable ﬁre extinguishers shall bear a tag indicating that they have been serviced within the last 12 months.

Electricity: *The City of Gulfport provides electrical outlets throughout the event zone. Vendors must supply their own electrical cords.All electrical wiring must be covered across any walkway or sidewalk. All electrical wiring must be covered with the proper approved cord covers.Electrical wiring shall be protected against damage from foot and vehicle trafﬁc in an approved manner.

Flammable and Combustible Liquids and Gases: *All fuel tanks and devices shall be kept out of the special event area.Fuel lines shall be attached in a secure and approved manner and shall be protected against physical damage.All compressed gas cylinders, including CO2 cylinders used for beverage service, shall be secured against falling and protected from physical damage.Flammable and combustible liquids shall NOT be stored on-site in the special event area.LP-gas containers must be located outside. Safety release valves must be pointed away from the tent, canopy or membrane structure.Refueling of equipment shall be conducted prior to the start of the event. Fuel must be able to run the generator the entire event without refueling.No refueling will be conducted during the event.

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GULFPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT

TEMPORARY USE PERMIT APPLICATION

Fire Marshal’s Ofﬁce

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Business Name *

Contact Person

Phone

Email Address *

Set-up LocationThis is the area where you will be setting up.

Set-up Date & Time *

Date Permit Needed

Dimensions *

Will Cooking Operations Be Conducted Inside the Stand?YesNo

Are Materials Flame Resistant or Flame Retardant Treated?YesNo

Will Grease Laden Vapors Be Produced?YesNo

Will Fuel-Powered Equipment Be Used?If Yes, please refer to Generator usage.YesNo

I understand that this application is requested by the Gulfport Fire Department. I understand that this application is ﬁlled out separately along with the City of Gulfport Special Event Application. I will attach all copies concerning food vendor licensing from the state of Florida.

I have received and read the permit guidelines including the pre-inspection checklist on page 4. I understand the permit application and site plan must be submitted to Gulfport Fire Department 10 days prior to the event.

I understand that a site inspection must be conducted by Gulfport Fire Department prior to beginning operations.

City of Gulfport - Release and Hold Harmless Agreement *The undersigned, being over the age of eighteen (18) years of age, does hereby request permission from the City of Gulfport, FL to participate in this Special Event . I understand the beneﬁts of this program/ event and agree to obey all instructions, orders and commands given to me by any City employee or ofﬁcial in charge of the program/event. I acknowledge the risks of participation in this program/event and acknowledge the fact that I may be subjec t to physical injury or property damage, whether caused by an intentional or unintentional act or omission. In full consideration and acknowledgement of the risks of participation in this program/event, I freely and voluntarily agree to participate in this program/event and accept the risks of so doing. I have read and understood the Fire Safety guidelines and will keep the Checklist information with me at the time of the event. In consideration of being allowed to participate in this voluntary city program/event and receiving the beneﬁts thereof, I, myself, my heirs, personal representatives, next of kin or assigns, do hereby forever release, waive, discharge, hold harmless and covenant not to sue the City of Gulfport, its ofﬁcials, ofﬁcers, agents, employees, representative, assigns, and insurers, individually and collectively, hereinafter referred to as “releases”, of and from all liability for any and all losses or damages, including personal injury, property damage or death, whether caused by the negligence of the releases or otherwise, while I am in any way participating in the above described program/event. I further acknowledge that I have read and fully understand this release and hold harmless agreement, and that I have voluntarily executed the same without any further inducement or promise not contained herein. I expressly agree that this agreement shall be construed, as broadly as permitted by the law of the State of Florida, and that if any part hereof is declared invalid, the remainder shall remain in full force and effect

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