Dear OECians,

We thank all students for making our dorms a pleasant place to live comfortably. It is also our duty to keep it safe by following these safety regulations which are designed according to the safety management requirements of the University for the benefit of international students living within the University premises and off-campus. They are aimed at eliminating potential dangers such as harm to students, electric shock, accidents, and fire outbreaks. Therefore, all electrical equipment and appliances must comply with the standards below and we request you all to:

1. Electrical appliances which have a 3C certification mark (China Compulsory Certification);

2. Use electric water kettles and stoves/cookers only in public kitchen and not in rooms;

3. Avoid electrical appliances with power exceeding 700W.

4. Stay away from usage or possession of heating appliances or equipment which are strictly prohibited in the dormitory;

5. Take precaution while using electricity and refrain from distorting the connections and circuits in dormitory, corridor, laundry room and public kitchen. Modifying the power supply lines and facilities in the apartment are extremely dangerous;

6. Avoid using damaged extension cables and do not overload them by using heavy appliances or mutliple extensions. Please note that placing the extension cable on bed can make it hot or catch fire, making the fire spread even more rapidly.

7. Turn off all the appliances, plugs and lights when you leave the dormitory. For your safety, use the rechargeable appliances (including gadgets and laptops) only when you are in the room;

8. Inform the reception and please wait for the professional personnel for repairs or maintenance.

9. Cut off the electricity in case you notice smoke, sparks and burning odor while using electric appliances. Please inform the dorm reception immediately to avoid major damage.

10. Avoid the use of open fire such as candles, incense etc which endanger dorm security. Please do not smoke in the dormitory and remember to place the mosquito repellent incense inside the iron box;

11. Enhance the awareness of safe electricity utilization, grasp fire prevention knowledge both on-campus and off-campus.

Here are some electric appliances which are prohibited to use in the dormitoy due to safety concerns:

Electric Stove

Electric Cooker

Electric Kettle

Electric Heater

Immersion Water Heater

Egg Boiler

Humidifier

Microwave

Oven

Mixer/Grinders

Juicers

External Lights

Shoe Dryer

Electric Blanket

Hair Straightener

Other Electric Hair Equipment

Facial Streamer

E-bike Battery/Chargers

Rechargeable Flashlight

Electric Iron

Electric Boilers

Electric Handwarmers

Electric Cups

Electric Massagers

Hair Dryer etc.

We all wish that tragedies should not happen!

Please take fire prevention and safety as everyone's responsibility. Small negligence and carelessness could cause huge damage. Please follow the safety precautions and regulations so that we keep our dorm home safe!

(OEC)