Banners and Posters

Before purchasing a banner, ask the manufacturer to supply a fire-retardant treatment certificate

Provide the fire-retardant treatment certificate to notify the EHS Office)

Secure the lightweight poster to the wall. Facilities Management (FM) prohibits the use of duct or packing tape. Refer to the Decorations section for other options

Use rope or wire to secure heavy banners. It may be best to request assistance from FM with hanging posters or banners

Hang a long banner or poster so the bottom is at least 6 feet 8 inch above the floor

Make sure no one walks underneath while a heavy banner or poster is being hung

DO NOT USE three-legged easels to display posters in main or exit/entry corridors.  Floor poster holder displays should have a solid base to comply with the American with Disabilities Act standards

Fire code prohibits obstructing exit pathways

If the banner is heavy, make sure no one walks underneath while the banner is being removed. It may be best to request assistance from FM with removing posters or banners

Each group is responsible for removing its poster(s)

Re-use, recycle or dispose of posters or banners in the nearest compactor (Contact FM in S101, x8026 or Shipping and Receiving in N101, x8049)